whats the soonest i can mix and put in saltwater

Discussion in 'Salt' started by ranger2806, Jan 7, 2009.

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  1. ranger2806

    ranger2806 Fire Shrimp

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    my tank is low from a leak due to my skimmer and i want to know how soon can i mix and put in the water thanks
     
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  3. ZachB

    ZachB Giant Squid

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    I just mix, let sit for a while, and dump. 10 minutes for me, maybe.
     
  4. LCP136

    LCP136 Sailfin Tang

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    I don't understand what you're asking exactly. If your asking what I think you are then as soon as the leak is fixed.
     
  5. bmshehan

    bmshehan Fu Manchu Lion Fish

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    I always wait overnight. If it is a 911 emergency then shorter could work. The salt has to mix in well before it should be added.
     
  6. james37128

    james37128 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    I usually wait overnight also. In your case, just wait until it's all the way dissolved and add away.
     
  7. RemickJ

    RemickJ Teardrop Maxima Clam

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    How much do you have to add?
     
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  9. Aqualung

    Aqualung Stylophora

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    Sucky! I like to aereate the water before I even put salt in. Do this for two hours, maxijet heats up the water too. Then mix for another two hours... sometimes overnight. That's how I roll, but you could mix it up in about ten to fifteen. Good luck!
     
  10. RHorton

    RHorton Pajama Cardinal

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    Just mix it up wait for ten to fifteen min ,to make sure the salt is dissolved and put in.
     
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