My alkalinity is really low, how do I raise it?

[yellow tang]

My alkalinity is really low, what do I use to raise it?And how do I do it safely without harming my fish?

 

[plah831]

again, i would recommend a liquid test kit. there are GH/KH tests for less than $10, even $6. they're really a must-have if you're serious about your aquarium and REALLY want to know what your water chemistry is like.

 

[yellow tang]

Getting a liquid test kit this weekend

 

[plah831]

good! If you still have problems with nitrates or low hardness, let us know! We'll discuss solutions then.

 

[Mgamer20o0]

how low is the ph? why do you want to make it higher.