Cheaper alternatives for media?

[Trioracles]

i was watching King of DIY's channel on youtube on how to make a filter.

I was wondering if anyone knows a cheaper method for media? Can i cut up a kitchen sponge into tiny pieces or cut drinking straws into pieces as media? Thanks!

 

[ImACoolguy]

i was watching King of DIY's channel on youtube on how to make a filter.

I was wondering if anyone knows a cheaper method for media? Can i cut up a kitchen sponge into tiny pieces or cut drinking straws into pieces as media? Thanks!

Yeah you can use those dish scrubbers as media.


Caleb

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[cgthebeast]

Any brand new house sponge will work, make sure it has no soap residue though


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[Sniperhank]

Any brand new house sponge will work, make sure it has no soap residue though


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Be careful. Some sponges come with anti-fungal/bacterial additives that will be harmful towards the tank. Very cheap sponges shouldn't have these, but it is always best to check first.

 

[coralbandit]

Try searching "kaldness filter".
I've seen straws.

 

[Trioracles]

thanks all!