sailfish1095
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I came across this in a BRS article: "Always rinse NEW filter socks before use in your tank to wash away manufacturing residue. You can use RO/DI water but tap water is probably fine as long as you let it dry before using it."
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I have been rinsing new filter socks in tap water and hand wringing them out immediately before putting in my tank without completely drying. I haven't noticed any ill effects, but probably worth mentioning the tank (65G) is only about 2 months old and has a single blenny in it.
What is commonly done to prepare new socks? I think I will discontinue this practice and let them dry out completely.
How to Clean Filter Socks So You Can Reuse Them Over and Over Again
The basic idea of filter socks is that your water will drain through them and the large debris will be pulled out before it moves through your filtration.
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I have been rinsing new filter socks in tap water and hand wringing them out immediately before putting in my tank without completely drying. I haven't noticed any ill effects, but probably worth mentioning the tank (65G) is only about 2 months old and has a single blenny in it.
What is commonly done to prepare new socks? I think I will discontinue this practice and let them dry out completely.
