a few DIY idea need input on

[DoctaQ]

you can treat the water after she does her magical water change, and i wouldnt go with those GB sponges, blue pad thingys from petco and stuff are pretty good last a long time since you can just squeeze them out

 

[bgcoop8784]

actually the prime is cheaper, the bottle might cost a dollar or 2 more but will last through many bottles of the aqua safe, aqua safe treats 20 gallons with 10ml, prime treats 100gallons with the same dose, actually a whole lot cheaper than aqua safe, use whatever you have, but the next time you buy, consider the prime, and if you drain and clean the whole tank, you'll probably be hit with a big cycle and not just a mini cycle.

 

[JimL]

Call your water company and ask them what's in your water. They'll tell you if you have chlorine or chlormine, and anything else they may use to treat your water. With that information your Grandma should let you add the treatment nessisary.

 

[livebearerfreak]

2.99 http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3295907
well i can get the betta conditner
or
6.99 http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3295903http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3295903
aqua safe
or
6.49 http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2752352
easy balance nitraban
or
6.49 htp://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2752207
top fin water conditiner
or
5.99 to 9.99 http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2753920
prime

 

[livebearerfreak]

wow alota positive feedback on the prime i may go with that tomm

 

[livebearerfreak]

so which is better?

 

[bgcoop8784]

the aqua safe will work fine, the only reason i say prime is because of the small amount it takes. Anything that you use will be better than nothing at all, i personally use the prime on all my tanks.

 

[livebearerfreak]

This water conditioner works fast to make tap water safe for fish. It neutralizes chlorine, chloramines and heavy metals that are harmful to fish. Contains BioExtract with natural biopolymers which support the development of beneficial filter bacteria for healthy, clear water. Enhances fish's natural protective slime coating and helps heal abrasions with unique colloid ingredients. Ideal for all fresh and marine aquariums. Principal ingredients: Sodium hydroxymethane sulfinate, chelating compounds, polyvinyl pyrollidones, seaweed biopolymers, organic hydrocolloids.
Directions for use: AquaSafe should be used when setting up a new aquarium and with every partial water change or evaporation replacement. Shake well before using. Add one teaspoon for every 10 gallons of water. Top of bottle cap can be used for measuring.
Made in Germany.

8.45 oz bottle treats 500 gallons

aquasafe WOW treats up to 500 gallons i think i kno what im gunna get then

 

[bgcoop8784]

what size tank is this?

 

[bgcoop8784]

and just for info.. 8.4 oz of prime will treat 2500 gallons