Salts

[ReeferRob]

I need another bucket of salt and Im not sure which I want to buy.

Whats the latest and greatest right now?

Did BW finally get the Alk numbers down to advertised numbers?

What are you using, why, what you like etc.

[jimsflies]

Rob-

If you want to post a list of salts you are/would consider, I will (figure out how to) setup a poll.:D

[ReeferRob]

BrightWells
Reef Crystals
Red Sea Coral Pro
D-D H2Ocean
Tropic Marin

Ive been using RC for ever, tried RSCP and had some major issues but couldn't definitivily tie back to the salt mix.

Every one is talking about low Alk right now and my RC test out on fresh mix in the 8-9 range.

[ReeferRob]

Kick butt you got the poll working!! I see a few votes already but what about,

What are you using, why,how long, what you like etc.
Pro's or Con's

[thefishgirl]

I also have a box of Crystal Sea MarineMix. I've been hesitant about using that after reading some threads on it from a few years ago. I think if I start a new tank with it, I'll be OK. Something about mixing salt brands can be bad news for a tank. Not sure, would definitely expect someone with more experience than me to comment on that.

[hardcz]

screw reef crystals.... Red Sea Coral Pro is where it's at!

[Rook]

I also have a box of Crystal Sea MarineMix. I've been hesitant about using that after reading some threads on it from a few years ago. I think if I start a new tank with it, I'll be OK. Something about mixing salt brands can be bad news for a tank. Not sure, would definitely expect someone with more experience than me to comment on that.

Don't use it. I used it for a long time with no problems, but I saw too many local reefers have horrible problems with this salt. While no one can certainly pinpoint the salt as the problem, the evidence was enough for me to switch.

I use and have used Tropic Marin for years and I'm very happy with it. Preuss uses this as well. The only problem, is that I don't know who sells it in SE Michigan

[Bluwinghawk]

been using RC after IO only for convence @ pet store in the few 1st post with stats notice 12 dhk on rc mine tested at 8 will be running more test tonitehope more post in poll and thanks for info

[Jason c]

I only use. SALINITY made by Seachem. It is awesome, and mixes very nicely. The magnesium level in it is suoer high and I never have to dose it. My tank stays at 1500 mag just from water changes. I pay about 90 bucks for their big bucket of salt, ya that may seem like alot but it makes 225 gallons of water at 1.026 salinity versus the other brands that may be cheaper up front but will not produce that many gallons at 1.026 I get mine at Preuss Pets, not many other shops have it though. I highly recommend giving it a try.

[dknuckles]

ESV all the way! (Although not on list)

Used RC for years until numbers went all across the board from bucket to bucket. Not to mention the clay sludge residue left.
Colors and coral health had a noticeable improvement!

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Oops
Just noticed thread from '09'