Hi all-
I'm having an issue with algae growth (cloudy water, greenish tinge, testing revealed algae) due to phosphates in my tank. I moved the tank to a new location about a month ago and the tap water source here appears to be loaded with phosphates. The water clouded up almost immediately, I've done several water changes, and finally got it tested tonight at the local aquarium store (well-reputed).
All my levels were spot-on, except for the phosphates. An icky 2.0. Definitely explains the cloudy water and the greenish tinge my poor fishies have been stuck with!
The gentleman there recommended Phosguard, I took his advice, purchased it, and put a small amount in a mesh bag between the carbon filter and back of the tank. Water appears to be flowing through it well, though I had to use a lesser amount than recommended in order to get it to fit!
My question is- has anyone else dealt with this high-phosphate tap water issue, how did you solve it, and has anyone else had experience using PhosGuard? I'd like to know how well it worked for you/how long until I should see results! Thanks!
P.S. My tank has only artificial plants so I am not worried about effects on plant life. It seems on the 'Net most people really focus on the effect it may have on coral.
I'm having an issue with algae growth (cloudy water, greenish tinge, testing revealed algae) due to phosphates in my tank. I moved the tank to a new location about a month ago and the tap water source here appears to be loaded with phosphates. The water clouded up almost immediately, I've done several water changes, and finally got it tested tonight at the local aquarium store (well-reputed).
All my levels were spot-on, except for the phosphates. An icky 2.0. Definitely explains the cloudy water and the greenish tinge my poor fishies have been stuck with!
The gentleman there recommended Phosguard, I took his advice, purchased it, and put a small amount in a mesh bag between the carbon filter and back of the tank. Water appears to be flowing through it well, though I had to use a lesser amount than recommended in order to get it to fit!
My question is- has anyone else dealt with this high-phosphate tap water issue, how did you solve it, and has anyone else had experience using PhosGuard? I'd like to know how well it worked for you/how long until I should see results! Thanks!
P.S. My tank has only artificial plants so I am not worried about effects on plant life. It seems on the 'Net most people really focus on the effect it may have on coral.