"Koi-lo" wrote in message
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"Richard Sexton" wrote in message
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Dick Sharp wrote:
hello all. I have a Whisper Diatomagic filter and instead of using the
packaged filter powder I am using bulk media (much cheaper) My
question is how much to use? I have ben using two heaping tablespoons
full with good success.

I use swimming pool diatom powder too and have for yeras, uh, decades.
Works
fine. Can't beat the price.
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You can also use the gravel and rock from Home Depot or Lowe's in
tanks. It's a fraction of the rip-off prices the pet/aquarium stores
charge. They have a beautiful small brown pea gravel I love and it's
only around $2.99 for a 50lb sack. I love the "river rocks" and "egg
rocks" they also sell. Mixed with the gravel it gives the tanks a very
natural look. Check them out the next time you're at one of these
stores.
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Koi-Lo.... frugal ponding since 1995...


But not for a filter ;~)
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