Switching salt mix

[slipknotgrrl83]

I have been using IO reef crystals and looking to switch to Aquafresh. What is the best way to transition to new mix without any issues. I have never switched since starting my tank 3 years ago. I change out 10 percent weekly.

 

[Kershaw]

Just start using the new salt in your water changes. That's it. Don't change size of water changes. Just do as normal with new salt

 

[MaiReef]

Why change?

 

[slipknotgrrl83]

Why change?

My coral growth is not much even with supplementing. I'm going to research more first and see if there is an another cause for it first

 

[slipknotgrrl83]

I have heard other people have issues with growth on IO but will do my research first!

 

[slipknotgrrl83]

Just start using the new salt in your water changes. That's it. Don't change size of water changes. Just do as normal with new salt

Thanks, i wasn't sure if it needed to be slowly changed over or not

 

[MaiReef]

Some of the most successful use IO. Good luck though. I went to Aqua Forest Reef , but I am not convinced that is was the salt mix.

 

[Kershaw]

I switched from reef crystals to salinity. About a year ago for no reason really I always heard good things about it. I am considering going back because since then my alk has been very hard to keep up. Over the past 5 years I have tried, reef crystals, Kent, salinity, microblift, and one other I can't think of name right now. And I always go back to reef crystals. My tanks just seem more stable.

 

[saltyfilmfolks]

Thanks, i wasn't sure if it needed to be slowly changed over or not

I belive you want to look at the difference in alk/cal. Ie, IO to red sea coral plus.

 

[slipknotgrrl83]

Some of the most successful use IO. Good luck though. I went to Aqua Forest Reef , but I am not convinced that is was the salt mix.

Yeah I hear mixed reviews, some successfull some not. I am not convinced it's my salt yet but will be researching fully before I change anything

 

[slipknotgrrl83]

I switched from reef crystals to salinity. About a year ago for no reason really I always heard good things about it. I am considering going back because since then my alk has been very hard to keep up. Over the past 5 years I have tried, reef crystals, Kent, salinity, microblift, and one other I can't think of name right now. And I always go back to reef crystals. My tanks just seem more stable.

Good to know! Stability is definitely a must. Mine does stay stable so now I'm second guessing changing

 

[slipknotgrrl83]

I belive you want to look at the difference in alk/cal. Ie, IO to red sea coral plus.

Thank you

 

[Blmain]

I have used Instant Ocean Reef Crystals without any issue. If you decide to switch, I don't think you can go wrong with Red Sea Coral Pro or Aquaforest Reef Salt. I think the reason why myself and other reefers switch is because we are all chasing the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. At the end of the day, they all get the job done. Good luck in finding out what works best for you!

 

[Kershaw]

Another thought. When I buy reef crystal. I buy the box and pour it into a bucket. This allows the salt it self to be mixed. I have read that when you buy the buckets you should roll them on there sides to mix them. This could be the reason I have not had stability with the salt I use now.

 

[slipknotgrrl83]

I have used Instant Ocean Reef Crystals without any issue. If you decide to switch, I don't think you can go wrong with Red Sea Coral Pro or Aquaforest Reef Salt. I think the reason why myself and other reefers switch is because we are all chasing the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. At the end of the day, they all get the job done. Good luck in finding out what works best for you!

So true! Thanks

 

[slipknotgrrl83]

Another thought. When I buy reef crystal. I buy the box and pour it into a bucket. This allows the salt it self to be mixed. I have read that when you buy the buckets you should roll them on there sides to mix them. This could be the reason I have not had stability with the salt I use now.

I store mine in a bucket and always stir the salt up a bit before using