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	removing tannin
devon7 Big Fish Posts: 475 Kudos: 356 Votes: 4 Registered: 31-Aug-2004	what are some good ways to remove tannins from the tank water? mine is caused by driftwood
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:19
OldTimer Mega Fish USAF Retired Posts: 1181 Kudos: 1294 Votes: 809 Registered: 08-Feb-2005	Add charcoal to your filter. Water, taken in moderation, cannot hurt anybody. -- Mark Twain
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:19
krige Big Fish Posts: 405 Kudos: 1088 Votes: 377 Registered: 24-Jul-2003	Charcoal and time are the onlw ways to remove tannins and believe me it can take time.My tank has been up for 9 months and is only just getting to the point of being clear. Gibson SG you know you want one!!
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:19
Babelfish Administrator Small Fry with Ketchup Posts: 6833 Kudos: 8324 Votes: 1570 Registered: 17-Apr-2003	If you've just added the driftwood I'm going to suggest the easy way....might not be your favorite though... Remove the wood, treat it to a soak in hot, but not boiling water, change the water as often as the water colors. It may take a few hours to a few weeks depending on the type of wood and the size. Hot water will help release the tannins faster as it will open up the pores of the wood (much like a facial). If that's not possible then as was mentioned your only resort is to do frequesnt partial water changes and or run carbon. ^_^ [hr width='40%']"Put your soul in the water, And join me for a swim tonight"
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:19


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