Tigerlily
Aquarium Advice Freak
I am confused about the best type of water to use for water changes. I do small (10%) water changes twice a week on my 29 gallon. I've always used tap water, with a water conditioner to remove the chloramine. No problems yet, but changing water always makes me nervous. I probably shouldn't change what works, but I want to do what is best for the fishies!
I've read that distilled water is missing certain minerals that the fish need, but I also have read on these posts that some people use spring or distilled water. Since chlorine and chloramine is toxic I'd rather avoid it altogether. I've also read that for small water changes like mine, a water conditioner is not necessary because fish can handle a low dose of chloramine. 8O Help!
Any thoughts on what the safest water is?
Thanks!
I've read that distilled water is missing certain minerals that the fish need, but I also have read on these posts that some people use spring or distilled water. Since chlorine and chloramine is toxic I'd rather avoid it altogether. I've also read that for small water changes like mine, a water conditioner is not necessary because fish can handle a low dose of chloramine. 8O Help!
Any thoughts on what the safest water is?
Thanks!