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06/10/2012, 05:51 PM
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Using "old" water for water changes
I mixed 4 gallons of water about 8 days ago and just have it sitting in the homer bucket with a power head in it. Is it safe to use? Its been in the dark the whole time if that matters.
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06/10/2012, 06:11 PM
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I believe it will be fine, I've kept pre mixed water for 2-3 weeks before.
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06/10/2012, 06:36 PM
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How long does salt water keep? I have some in a 55 gallon barrel thats like 6 weeks old.
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06/10/2012, 07:35 PM
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That I'm not sure of. I have only used a few gallons that have set for a 3-4 weeks.
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06/10/2012, 08:24 PM
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I've been told that as long as you keep a lid on it and keep it cool and in a dark place, you should be good for a while. I keep 5 gallon jugs in my closet that stays around 66 degrees for weeks with no issues at all.
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06/11/2012, 07:33 PM
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I regularly keep 30g of mixed SW for 4 weeks (sometimes longer
 )I do keep it mixed and heated but thats just incase I have an emergency and need to use it immediately.   
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