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Old 01-09-2015, 07:49 PM
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So what is the alternative to acid bathing ? Simply allowing the rock to sit in a rubbermaid with a heater and powerhead ? If so how long does this process take vs acid bathing ?

I've got about 65lbs of magnificent pukani and shelf rock on it's way from Eli and want to make sure I understand both options ...
Bleach or vinegar might also work. Curing rock all depends on how much organics are left on your batch of rocks. You can put it in a rubber maid with heater and power head without doing anything but you will do to test your phosphate level until it reaches your prescribed optimum level. It could take up to a few month before you reach 0.02-0.05 ppm. Again, it all depends on the amount of water changes and phosphate removing agents you are using.
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