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Unread 11/05/2010, 08:03 PM   #1
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no light over corals for a few days?

I am planning on removing my canopy in an attempt to sand and reseal the inside of the canopy. How many days could my sps corals be without light and not cause any damage to the corals? Thanks in advance.


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Unread 11/05/2010, 08:13 PM   #2
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I have left my sps in total darkness for a week without issue.


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Ok, thanks for responding.
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I have left my sps in total darkness for a week without issue.



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Unread 11/05/2010, 08:23 PM   #4
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Yea, should be no problem it may even take care of any algae you may have.


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