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Overlook reef
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The whole purpose of this thread was for conversation. It was not meant to suggest either NSW or Salt mixes was the way to go. Just like some people use IO and others use Red Sea Coral Pro
.Each persons situation is different and we all have our opinions. Getting a conversation about it is interesting. Thank you all for posting your opinions and thoughts!As for the person who gives misinformation, we are all on the same page about that person.
STiTCH87
Saltwater OCD Victim
I personally feel like Petco water isn't worth it. Synthetic salts have grown massive coral colonies and kept wild and domestic fish/coral healthy for decades.
Not to mention, at far less than $1 a gallon for saltwater (depending on if you buy it from an LFS or mix it yourself), it's FAR cheaper too.
I suppose if you don't have any corals, have a tank less than 5 gallons in size, and don't mind paying extra cash for something you can get cheaper, then it's decent.
But far beyond that point, it's Petco, and i'd rather not ever give them my money. Cruelty to animals is not my thing.
I used to use IO Reef Crystals with great results (still do in the 5g pico) but in the 40g I now use Seachem Salinity (since it's free for me) and still have fantastic results. Look up the chemical makeup of their salt vs. others. It's impressive.
If you have to buy expensive natural water, then add all these supplements just to keep coral alive and healthy, is it worth it? Not to mention, you never know the chance of bad stuff that could be in that water.
0 TDS RO/DI and an exact salinity mixed by myself gives me the piece of mind I prefer.
I know everything I just said, was already said, lol. So IDKY I really even resaid it. Guess to just throw my own experience in.
That being said, owning a 5g pico that barely needs any water for the WC, maybe I will try a box of this just once and see if I too notice a change in anything. If I can get it for under $18 that is... Lol.
What's the salinity inside the box?
Not to mention, at far less than $1 a gallon for saltwater (depending on if you buy it from an LFS or mix it yourself), it's FAR cheaper too.
I suppose if you don't have any corals, have a tank less than 5 gallons in size, and don't mind paying extra cash for something you can get cheaper, then it's decent.
But far beyond that point, it's Petco, and i'd rather not ever give them my money. Cruelty to animals is not my thing.
I used to use IO Reef Crystals with great results (still do in the 5g pico) but in the 40g I now use Seachem Salinity (since it's free for me) and still have fantastic results. Look up the chemical makeup of their salt vs. others. It's impressive.
If you have to buy expensive natural water, then add all these supplements just to keep coral alive and healthy, is it worth it? Not to mention, you never know the chance of bad stuff that could be in that water.
0 TDS RO/DI and an exact salinity mixed by myself gives me the piece of mind I prefer.
I know everything I just said, was already said, lol. So IDKY I really even resaid it. Guess to just throw my own experience in.
That being said, owning a 5g pico that barely needs any water for the WC, maybe I will try a box of this just once and see if I too notice a change in anything. If I can get it for under $18 that is... Lol.
What's the salinity inside the box?
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Overlook reef
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"I used to use IO Reef Crystals with great results (still do in the 5g pico) but in the 40g I now use Seachem Salinity (since it's free for me) and still have fantastic results. Look up the chemical makeup of their salt vs. others. It's impressive."
Just looked up Seachem Salinity. It is impressive and I guess you can not beat free!!!
Just looked up Seachem Salinity. It is impressive and I guess you can not beat free!!!
STiTCH87
Saltwater OCD Victim
The only thing I dislike about it is that it has so many additives that when you mix the water, it literally bubbles and gets hot from chemical reaction so if you like to hand mix like me, you can get a mean chemical burn. Lol. Live and learn. I was told it's from the magnesium but idk. But yeah if it's free it's for me! Lol. I still prefer I though if I need to buy one. It's cheap and works lol. Didn't know Red Sea PRO was from evaporated sea water. Very interesting info.
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karoly0829
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If anyone buys the Petco Ocean Water, right now until 6pm EST, everything in the store is 30% off plus free shipping.
http://www.petco.com/product/11884/Petco-Real-Ocean-Water.aspx?CoreCat=OnSiteSearch
http://www.petco.com/product/11884/Petco-Real-Ocean-Water.aspx?CoreCat=OnSiteSearch
free shipping on water too?
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Overlook reef
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When I bought the box of water that started this thread, I got it for $11.99 in the Woburn Petco.
Is the store price cheaper?
Is the store price cheaper?
I think the store is cheaper or at least equal to the online sale price. At $12.59 online, it's not worth stocking up.
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CrypticLifeStyle
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I glanced at the price after reading this thread at the hanover, and pembroke location, and it was $10.99 for the 5 gallons. Apparently so
mchartier
Non-member
You should try a batch of ESV salt, that mixes with no residue at all. I have been using it the past year and love it. The mixing is more steps than a normal salt but does not take an extra time from when I was using Coral Pro after making adjustments. I have no left over residue in my bucket or mixing pump. I make 30 gallons at a time and use that up in about 4-5 weeks (I keep it mixing the entire time), its about $85 for 200 gallon mix. I mix everything by weight except the water. I fill my Brute up a little less than 30 gallons, then add the first component and walk a way. When I remember later that day I add the second and do the same. The last two I add probably 5 minutes apart. let it sit then top it off to 1.026. The parameters are spot on every time as you add each individually by weight or volume.
ESV is a good salt. I use Salinity because of its stability in the mixture. I wouldn't say it gets hot but it does generate a little heat but barely noticable from my experience. I add it slowly as well as I find that it mixes much better and super clear so that may cut down on the heat generation too.
MURedhawk
Reef Rookie Forever
I ordered 80g of this Petco Catalina Water in April. It is great. However I notice they have jumped up the prices. It was 12.99 for 5g and 24.99 for 10g. Although I paid 4.99 shipping so still about the same overall price. More expensive than salt mixes but great product and long shelf life. Good for safety or convenience.
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