Should I use well water for my saltwater tank?

Discussion in 'Water Chemistry' started by LAR, Jul 27, 2012.

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  1. LAR

    LAR Plankton

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    I'm setting up a 55 gallon saltwater tank and I'm wondering if well water is fine
     
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  2. missionsix

    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    I would stay away from well water...
     
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  3. Kevin_E

    Kevin_E Giant Squid

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    Wouldn't suggest it. I had all kinds of algae issues when I used my well water. It's really not worth it. I quit the hobby for a year because of it.
     
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  4. LAR

    LAR Plankton

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    What should I substitute for it?
     
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  5. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    Most people buy an RODI unit, or buy water from the store.

    I use distilled water from Walmart and mix in Red Sea Coral pro salt mix.
     
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  6. Jlobes

    Jlobes Coral Banded Shrimp

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    ro/di. never know what is in the H2O coming out of that tap. usually leads to high phosphates and algae outbreaks.
     
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