My suggestion would be to go here:
http://www.csd.net/~cgadd/aqua/articles.htm
You will note that the first two entries are for dosing calculators.
The first one is a down loadable one for a desktop. I use it frequently as a nutrient calculator and as a CO2ppm calculator.
The second is for a calc. on that site which you can use as a reference for dosing the major elements needed to balance a tank.
In either case I suggest you dose some K, and P at half the strength recommended on the calc. You could also pick up some Seachem Flourish(not Flourish 'Trace') at the LFS and dose that according to the directions.
The best way to combat algae is to balance nutrients and grow plants well. I think you'll see an improvement in plant growth and less algae as a result.
I know it's difficult with DIY, but if possible, and increase in CO2ppm will also help a great deal. Shoot for a pH of 6.7 if possible.
Len
http://www.csd.net/~cgadd/aqua/articles.htm
You will note that the first two entries are for dosing calculators.
The first one is a down loadable one for a desktop. I use it frequently as a nutrient calculator and as a CO2ppm calculator.
The second is for a calc. on that site which you can use as a reference for dosing the major elements needed to balance a tank.
In either case I suggest you dose some K, and P at half the strength recommended on the calc. You could also pick up some Seachem Flourish(not Flourish 'Trace') at the LFS and dose that according to the directions.
The best way to combat algae is to balance nutrients and grow plants well. I think you'll see an improvement in plant growth and less algae as a result.
I know it's difficult with DIY, but if possible, and increase in CO2ppm will also help a great deal. Shoot for a pH of 6.7 if possible.
Len
thanks again