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12/27/2014, 11:33 PM
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Location: Buffalo NY
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New tank can you use Poland spring
I just got a new tank (30 gal) first saltwater and have been searching to see if you can use Poland spring water. Every one says why pay for spring water but I have about 30 5gal jugs so it's free. Would that be safe to use in my new saltwater tank, then let it sit testing the water?
P.S - tap water around my house is no good has tons of metal water guy said not to drink and I don't think fish should live in it!! |
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12/27/2014, 11:49 PM
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I would suspect that the "spring water" also has a fairly high TDS even if it is RO since most companies add back minerals to make it taste better. You can always get a TDS meter to test it.
In the long run you will want a RO system and TDS meter anyway so you might as well pay up front and get your tank running right. |
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12/27/2014, 11:56 PM
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A fast google search found that they contain " naturally occurring minerals" according to their website and you can get a complete analysis if you jump through several hoops. I would steer clear.
If you must buy water I'd go with a LFS (but test with a meter since some don't keep up with their filter changes) or buy distilled water. |
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12/27/2014, 11:59 PM
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Thanks
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12/27/2014, 11:59 PM
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Ro/Di water from a LFS is cheaper. And cleaner. I pay 50cents a gallon...
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12/28/2014, 03:10 PM
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Location: Buffalo NY
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Thanks you guys for the help I think I'm just going to invest in the system so I don't have to make constant water trips
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12/29/2014, 12:22 AM
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Location: Brookline, MA
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If you don't get your own RODI unit then you can use DISTILLED water. In condo and no way to install RODI so that's what I do. I have it delivered.
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