I've been having trouble with a tank that's way too... Clean. Like 6 months already and it looks like it was just set up yesterday. I actually cycled it using Dr. Tim's and did it correctly, or so I believe so I'm not sure what's happening. I've been trying to look for good, low risk liverock or other potential bacteria products that might help establish some more dirt and growth. Someone also suggested adding a protein skimmer for stuff like oxygenation, but I'm not sure if adding a protein skimmer yet is a good idea if I'm struggling with getting the tank dirtier. Any suggestions? The tank is 145 gallons in total water volume. 125 main display and and a 20 gallon sump.
I know I need a lot more dry rock so I'm wondering if I should just get a bunch more rock then add another kind of bacteria starter? I'd really rather not risk liverock because I feel patience with dry rock leads to the same result without risk of pests but... Hm... Any suggestions?
I know I need a lot more dry rock so I'm wondering if I should just get a bunch more rock then add another kind of bacteria starter? I'd really rather not risk liverock because I feel patience with dry rock leads to the same result without risk of pests but... Hm... Any suggestions?