This is a thread I came across on R2R
Cleared this to make sure it was OK to link. I've found some threads on here that have involved the topic but this one gives the formula and how to for DIY "coral snow". Used as described it will clear your water and there is a cyano formula as well.
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Summarization:
Bottle with lid or container with lid...I used a liter plastic bottle
500 ml batch:
425-450 ml rodi water
10 level tablespoons of calcium carbonate
Shake well
Let sit for 2 hours
Ready to use
I ordered this from amazon
Directions:
Clean glass, turkey baste rockwork, change water/siphon sand..whatever gets some particles in the water.
I just cleaned my glass and blew out rockwork for starters
Turn off main pump/sump
5ml of diy per 50 gallons, it says there's no need to worry about an overdose
Leave powerheads on to blow mixture around tank for about 30 minutes.
Turn on main pump and skimmer
I added filter floss to my filter socks to get all the bound particulates quickly
You can use filter floss if you don't have a skimmer
Water should be crystal clear within a couple hours.
The cyano treatment is the same except you add 10 drops of microbacter 7 or another bacteria or amino per 5 ml of diy.
This is just a quick overview. The details are far better explained in the thread but thought I would share.
My water was already pretty clear but I have a small bit of cyano on the sand.
No ill effect on any coral..sps, softies, lps, euphyllia. Others have clams and they are fine too.
First pic is about 20 minutes after dosing..it was a good bit cloudier at first.
EDIT: PH WENT DOWN .05 NOT .5
No parameter swing or level change..ph went down .5 but I think it was just because my sump was off..back up right after
Tank Cleared in about an hour
Cleared this to make sure it was OK to link. I've found some threads on here that have involved the topic but this one gives the formula and how to for DIY "coral snow". Used as described it will clear your water and there is a cyano formula as well.
Extreme Water Clarity and Cyano Eradication, Made Easy!
Edit 10/092023: Note that I have tweaked the formula a bit. You can find an updated video here: Coral Snow Link: Coral Snow Hello all! I have been reefing now for about 25 years, and over those many years I have picked up many tips, tricks, and best habits/practices. From a hobbyist and...
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Summarization:
Bottle with lid or container with lid...I used a liter plastic bottle
500 ml batch:
425-450 ml rodi water
10 level tablespoons of calcium carbonate
Shake well
Let sit for 2 hours
Ready to use
I ordered this from amazon
Directions:
Clean glass, turkey baste rockwork, change water/siphon sand..whatever gets some particles in the water.
I just cleaned my glass and blew out rockwork for starters
Turn off main pump/sump
5ml of diy per 50 gallons, it says there's no need to worry about an overdose
Leave powerheads on to blow mixture around tank for about 30 minutes.
Turn on main pump and skimmer
I added filter floss to my filter socks to get all the bound particulates quickly
You can use filter floss if you don't have a skimmer
Water should be crystal clear within a couple hours.
The cyano treatment is the same except you add 10 drops of microbacter 7 or another bacteria or amino per 5 ml of diy.
This is just a quick overview. The details are far better explained in the thread but thought I would share.
My water was already pretty clear but I have a small bit of cyano on the sand.
No ill effect on any coral..sps, softies, lps, euphyllia. Others have clams and they are fine too.
First pic is about 20 minutes after dosing..it was a good bit cloudier at first.
EDIT: PH WENT DOWN .05 NOT .5
No parameter swing or level change..ph went down .5 but I think it was just because my sump was off..back up right after
Tank Cleared in about an hour
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