sp0ng3r
Aquarium Advice Regular
I have been doing some research, and wanted to put some wood in my tank. It seems the couple best choices are Mopani and Mylasian. I have a large tank 135g, and would like for this to be a centerpiece. I have located an option for large pieces that are 2-3 feet each.
I have a few concerns. I really would like to avoid the tea stained tannin water. I know the fish often prefer it, but it is really not my "cup of tea" I small amount is fine, but I am not going for a black water look.
From what I have read, it seems that Mopani can leech for years. Since it is large, I do not really see boiling it as an option. The only other option I read was to buy a black trash can, and soak it for weeks at a time, drain, then repeat. Does anyone have advise? I know Purigen is an option, but honestly, I have hang on filters as opposed to canister filters as they are my preference. Can Purigen be used with these?
Ideally, I want a large piece of wood without an extreme amount of tannis. I would rather not use purigen unless I have to. Does anyone have any experiences or advise for me?
I have a few concerns. I really would like to avoid the tea stained tannin water. I know the fish often prefer it, but it is really not my "cup of tea" I small amount is fine, but I am not going for a black water look.
From what I have read, it seems that Mopani can leech for years. Since it is large, I do not really see boiling it as an option. The only other option I read was to buy a black trash can, and soak it for weeks at a time, drain, then repeat. Does anyone have advise? I know Purigen is an option, but honestly, I have hang on filters as opposed to canister filters as they are my preference. Can Purigen be used with these?
Ideally, I want a large piece of wood without an extreme amount of tannis. I would rather not use purigen unless I have to. Does anyone have any experiences or advise for me?