Jaybaum Posted March 11, 2018 Share Posted March 11, 2018 Hey so I make my own salt water using distilled water and instant ocean. I was curious.. if I do water changes weekly do I have to let the water mix with the instant ocean and my power head for 6 hours every week or is there a way to store water? Just curious, i have no problem doing it every week but wasnt sure if i can let already made water sit. Thanks in advance Quote Link to comment
Clown79 Posted March 11, 2018 Share Posted March 11, 2018 With instant ocean it's safe to store after it's been made. Keep it in a bucket with a lid. Before use I often add a heater and powerhead to get it aerated and at proper temp. There are other brands of salt that shouldn't be used after 5days storing. Quote Link to comment
JBM Posted March 11, 2018 Share Posted March 11, 2018 I've stored IO for a week with little to no consequence. Generally speaking however. I make my amount 12-24 hours in advanced. Sitting in a sealed container with a air pump for circulation (no air stone, just hose) Quote Link to comment
Clown79 Posted March 11, 2018 Share Posted March 11, 2018 Instant ocean is the one salt that can be stored with no limitations. Red sea coral pro and aquaforest are 2 brands that aren't to be stores for more than 5 days. Quote Link to comment
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