Can i use saltwater that was mixed 5 days ago and sat in a bucket

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  1. Steven896s

    Steven896s Bristle Worm

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    I forgot to use it so it has been sitting there no pumps or anything
     
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  2. schackmel

    schackmel Giant Squid

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    through some powerheads and heater in there and then just test prior to using. Should be fine
     
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  3. Steven896s

    Steven896s Bristle Worm

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    Ok thank you
     
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  4. 55gfowlr

    55gfowlr Zoanthid

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    They collect up Natural sea water and store it in a box for months, then sell it, so yours should be fine. Just test it first.
     
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  5. steve wright

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    +1

    I would want to circulate it for a while with power head as it may be deficient in Oxygen and also have a much lower PH than your DT has

    Steve
     
    steve wright, Aug 28, 2012
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