PH Won't Lower!

[Raul-7]

Originally Posted by Brilliant

The pH scale is logarithmic. Which means when the value changes only 1 point that is either 10 times more acidic or alkaline. The difference between 6 and 7.6 seems high to me. Neutral would be 7.0 and anything close to that would be slightly acidic or slightly akaline. I agree that none of this pH nonsense is vital to success with the planted tank .

But most fish can adapt to that, unless of course they are extremely susceptible to parasites when kept above a certain pH, such as Altums or the delicate Gourami sp.

I think KH and GH are what matter most to fish.

[Brilliant]

Originally Posted by Brilliant

The pH scale is logarithmic. Which means when the value changes only 1 point that is either 10 times more acidic or alkaline. The difference between 6 and 7.6 seems high to me. Neutral would be 7.0 and anything close to that would be slightly acidic or slightly akaline. I agree that none of this pH nonsense is vital to success with the planted tank .

Originally Posted by Raul-7

But most fish can adapt to that, unless of course they are extremely susceptible to parasites when kept above a certain pH, such as Altums or the delicate Gourami sp.

I think KH and GH are what matter most to fish.

But what? LOL...

Originally Posted by Brilliant

One is alkaline the other is acidic. There is a difference. Your right it is not critical however I decide to keep optimal parameters for my fish.

I think pH does matter or rather lack of KH if you want to say it that way.

The best reason for not adding pH down is because it makes your soft water rock hard just like every other "pH buffer" product.

[fresh_lynny]

so sorry Frank...I am a die hard Aints fan, season ticket holder for 15 years.....I am happy as a little girl.

[andrewwl]

Switched out the flourite tainted with reptile sand and in with fresh flourite. Peat pellets in the canister filter and co2 sizzling. 6.0 PH!

[nater3]

Good to hear you sorted out the problem!