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Old 01/09/2008, 07:58 AM
lilchris lilchris is offline
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Originally posted by jcpatella
My pH has ALWAYS been low, but I haven't done much about it. I don't like to add things to the system unless I fully understand what may come of it. I've been trying to read articles on kalkwasser, which may also help bring up my pH and alkalinity. My calcium seems alright, which is also a first....
Do you have any windows near your tank? If so you should try opening a window for about a day or so and let the fresh air get into the house. CO2 is what lowers the PH and if you replace the C02 in the room/house with fresh air, your Ph should rise. That is another alternative to raising the PH w/o adding anything to your tank.

Last edited by lilchris; 01/09/2008 at 08:06 AM.