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Old November 30th 03, 10:40 PM
Inkidu
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Default Algea in the undergravel filter (on purpose)


Harry Muscle wrote:
*I was just reading one of the post on the krib
(http://tinyurl.com/x4nc) about growing algea in an
undergravel filter. It apparently eliminated the algea bloom usuall
ountered when setting up a new tank, as well as preventing algea
from
ever setting in (I know you can prevent algea by over planting and
making
sure the plants grow perfectly, however, this method seems really
interesting too, without the need to control everything just so). I
was
wondering if the original poster (Wright Huntley) might still be
around and
maybe have an update for us as to how things have turned out over the
last
two years. Or if he's not around, maybe we could discuss this idea a
bit.
What does everyone think of it? Does it seem reasonable?

Thanks,
Harry
Algae control and nutrient control go hand and hand. I use a tray
with lights that run at night that is oppsite tank lights. The
algae removes the NH directly and nitrate levels are zero. Make
sure to keep an eye on PH and adjust light time. Higher the PH the
less light on tray. Good luck.




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