BBradbury
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pH Question
Hello V...
Some driftwood would help lower the pH in the tank naturally. The tannic acid in some of the commercial pieces will lower the pH a bit. But, the vast majority of aquarium fish will adapt to the vast majority of public water supplies, so don't fret over acidic or basic water. Large, frequent water changes will guarantee safe water properties.
A steady pH between 6 and 8.5 is fine unless you plan to keep and breed rare fish species.
B
Ok. That is right around where it was when i tested it before I did a water change.
Hello V...
Some driftwood would help lower the pH in the tank naturally. The tannic acid in some of the commercial pieces will lower the pH a bit. But, the vast majority of aquarium fish will adapt to the vast majority of public water supplies, so don't fret over acidic or basic water. Large, frequent water changes will guarantee safe water properties.
A steady pH between 6 and 8.5 is fine unless you plan to keep and breed rare fish species.
B