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Forum: Algae 05-11-2013, 02:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 359
Posted By stlouisan
I've read that keeping your CO2 high(30ppm) could...

I've read that keeping your CO2 high(30ppm) could control it, but I've also read that co2 fluctuations bring it back, so it needs to be kept high?
Forum: Plants 03-01-2013, 03:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 349
Posted By stlouisan
+1 java moss floating

+1 java moss floating
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 02-10-2013, 10:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 222
Posted By stlouisan
If you're doing regular water changes, isn't the...

If you're doing regular water changes, isn't the kh of the tap water going to undo the effects of the peat?
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 02-10-2013, 07:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 156
Posted By stlouisan
I had to think about is for a sec, because it...

I had to think about is for a sec, because it seems like hard water and soft water with ferts should be similar. Only thing I can think of are the carbonates are tied to the minerals in hard water...
Forum: Lighting 02-10-2013, 06:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 228
Posted By stlouisan
@Chunky: so I just reviewed the Ray2 and found...

@Chunky: so I just reviewed the Ray2 and found the 24" fixture has the same number of LEDs as the 30" fixture ::icon_cry:: Are all 30" tanks the stepchildren of fish tanks?
Forum: Lighting 02-10-2013, 06:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 228
Posted By stlouisan
@Chunky: From what I've read the LEDs (buying a...

@Chunky: From what I've read the LEDs (buying a readymade fixture not DIY) don't give sufficient light for the deeper tanks, 20-21" water column. Maybe they're not Intended for planted tanks, just...
Forum: Lighting 02-10-2013, 07:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 228
Posted By stlouisan
Question Opinions for T5HO fixture on 36G bowfront

I'm going to be biting the bullet and upgrading my light fixture from the Current 2x65W PC fixture to a T5HO fixture. I'm striving for Medium light, as right now I am using DIY CO2. I'm thinking...
Forum: DIY 01-26-2013, 02:52 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,345
Posted By stlouisan
from what I've read in the past, people add...

from what I've read in the past, people add baking soda to buffer the acidity of the alcohol when it builds up. I personally don't use it.
Forum: Plants 01-20-2013, 09:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 604
Posted By stlouisan
Is it possible that the small amount of crushed...

Is it possible that the small amount of crushed coral remaining is buffering the hardness and therefore masking the possible calcium/magnesium deficiency?
Forum: Plants 01-16-2013, 10:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 184
Posted By stlouisan
My Ozelot looks similar to yours. I suspect it's...

My Ozelot looks similar to yours. I suspect it's either lighting, ferts, or the substrate is culprit. Hopefully someone can shed some light on this, so to speak.
Forum: Plants 12-02-2012, 05:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 252
Posted By stlouisan
wow nice work! :proud: I've always had...

wow nice work! :proud:

I've always had trouble with any Cabomba, and to see you've got yours to flower, I'm jealous!
Forum: Equipment 11-12-2012, 03:09 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,768
Posted By stlouisan
dihydrogen oxide.... heehee!:tongue: that's funny

dihydrogen oxide.... heehee!:tongue: that's funny
Forum: Lighting 08-21-2012, 04:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 587
Posted By stlouisan
I was thinking the same thing. As I was reading...

I was thinking the same thing. As I was reading I was thinking tannins, but then you used Purigen. Then I was thinking plants and you said Frogbit. By chance do you have any small amounts of algae...
Forum: Algae 08-21-2012, 03:57 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,516
Posted By stlouisan
zombie apocalypse LOL well glad it's gone!

zombie apocalypse LOL

well glad it's gone!
Forum: Algae 08-18-2012, 02:51 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,516
Posted By stlouisan
hmm for me, where I've put when we moved, it was...

hmm for me, where I've put when we moved, it was in the path of there a vent was blowing. Maybe there's a commonality in our situations there, so perhaps whatever dust is blowing out lands and...
Forum: Algae 08-17-2012, 05:28 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,516
Posted By stlouisan
Vineagar mother is a jelly-like mushroomy mass...

Vineagar mother is a jelly-like mushroomy mass that forms in the process of natural vineagar making. It's what naturally ferments the sugars and makes the acid in grape juice or apple juice to make...
Forum: Algae 08-16-2012, 05:48 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,516
Posted By stlouisan
mine's is nothing at all like what you have. ...

mine's is nothing at all like what you have. mine takes about a week or so to develop, and so far i have been breaking it up for water changes. it's strange in that even though i have surface...
Forum: Algae 08-15-2012, 03:50 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,516
Posted By stlouisan
I'm definitely following this thread. I have...

I'm definitely following this thread. I have recently come across a slimy surface scum in my well established tank that develops over some time(week or so), but nothing near the extent of what you...
Forum: Algae 05-08-2012, 04:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 888
Posted By stlouisan
awesome. I'm coming to pick your brain LOL

awesome. I'm coming to pick your brain LOL
Forum: Algae 05-08-2012, 04:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 492
Posted By stlouisan
I've always thought was was early growth of BBA,...

I've always thought was was early growth of BBA, only becuase I get that too on my swords but they are in a 7year old tank. Aren't diatoms found in newly established tanks?
Forum: Algae 05-08-2012, 03:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 390
Posted By stlouisan
artifical lighting like what we use, air pump to...

artifical lighting like what we use, air pump to get ambient co2 in the water. just need to use strains of algae that works best. how easy can the setup be? after that it's all aesthetics.
Forum: Algae 05-07-2012, 10:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 888
Posted By stlouisan
Hey Hoppy, I have a question for the light guru....

Hey Hoppy, I have a question for the light guru. Is there a way to PM on here?
Forum: Algae 05-07-2012, 10:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 390
Posted By stlouisan
Same thing with the trees, no? I've heard of...

Same thing with the trees, no?

I've heard of the idea of sending frozen methane to the bottom of the ocean there the pressure tends to lock it up, perhaps it can be done with other forms of...
Forum: Algae 05-07-2012, 09:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 390
Posted By stlouisan
The summary of the article and the video of the...

The summary of the article and the video of the interviewed scientist are not the same. The summary is saying that the algae is providing energy derived from CO2 to produce light, but the research...
Forum: Shrimp & Other Invertebrates 04-06-2012, 04:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 537
Posted By stlouisan
I've read some threads about using cut bamboo...

I've read some threads about using cut bamboo used for zen themed tanks, and people have said that it breaks down really fast, probably with some nasty results. I would think that the bamboo...
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