Magnesium Chloride and Sufate ?

[ScallopKing]

I just got the bulk supply of Mg chloride - hexahydrate flakes to start raising my Mg up from 1100.

Can I just use this one or do I need to add the chloride and sulfate to ionically balance the two for proper raising of Mg?

I bought the flakes not thinking I needed the other one too.

Any help is appreciated. Thanks!

[mixed_reefer]

Walmart carries Mag sulfate, Epsom Salt.

[Randy Holmes-Farley]

The MAG flake alone is OK, but combined with mag sulfate (Epsom salt) is even better. Epsom salts alone is not a good way to go, IMO.

I compare the different DIY recipes here:

Do-It-Yourself Magnesium Supplements for the Reef Aquarium
http://reefkeeping.com/issues/2006-07/rhf/index.php

[ScallopKing]

Thanks Randy, good to know! Checked that link, I see it'll be some light bedtime reading. :)

[Randy Holmes-Farley]

:thumbsup:

Good luck. :)