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[Lynda B]

damn straight.....

 

[alessasavoca]

B)-->QUOTE(Lynda B @ Jul 18 2007, 01:42 PM) [snapback]1695327[/snapback]
It's always very evident when your company is flushing, because your water will be brownish or, at the very least, very cloudy and somewhat discolored. You can physically see the sediment in it. If I run my faucet and the water's not good enough to drink, I won't give it to my fish. Or the dogs. Or the cat. Or even my husband. [/quote]

I will have to agree with that! lol my partner acts as a 'tester' for anything

 

[rainbowpuddle]

Update..
After a night shift and a loooong medical appointment i got the bus to the fish shop and it was...
an office
so I topped up with the water in the kettle from yesterday
Fishy is ok, laying around as usual

 

[Lynda B]

damn fish store..... PM me if you want, and I'll see what I can find in your area.....

 

[-germ-]

http/www.google.com/maps?hl=en&rls=c...al&ct=image
Go here, make sure you check extra info on each shop...
I had a load of fish and chip shops up to start with.
It is Glasgow, Scotland?

 

[alessasavoca]

if there isn't a shop near you, maybe you could try ordering online and having next day delivery?

 

[rainbowpuddle]

Yeah am looking online much easyer
Glasgow
UK
Care to recomend some bits and peices, remeber Im a poor student.

 

[alessasavoca]

what bits are you looking for? If you give us all a shopping list im sure we'll so our best.

 

[rainbowpuddle]

Aquarium salt
de cholorinator
betta food..
get get other bits another day yes?
they are the essentials?

 

[dixiedawn]

bless his poor little heart, he looks so miserable! Slap that woman when she drops off that tank will ya!!!

if you don'thave the money for a syphon, i use a bit of that clear tubing for air pumps and cut the end so that it makes a fork and sypon with that. bout 2 quid at petshops or online, takes a little longer but it works just the same

good luck with the little man, he looks a bit like a what's his name from grumpy old men the movie, walter matthou lmao looks like a Walter

 

[rainbowpuddle]

this
TETRA SAFE START ( FOR KICK STARTING NEW FILTERS) TETRA SAFE START ( FOR KICK STARTING NEW FILTERS)
Tetra SafeStart allows you to rapidly stock a new aquarium with fish. It contains a patented blend of the bacteria responsible for removing harmful ammonia and nitrite from aquarium water. These bacteria are not found in any other product, and work to instantly activate the filter. By removing ammonia and nitrite they create a safe environment for fish, allowing you to enjoy your new aquarium with the minimal amount of maintenance.

For setting up new filters or following filter maintenance, water quality problems, or water changes: Add 5ml of SafeStart per 6 litres of water.


http/www.aquatics-warehouse.co.uk/cgi-lo...l%23a1400#a1400

Reef Crystals
Reef crystal sea salt is the first enriched sea water formulation to contain an extra measure of components important to reef aquaria: Calcium, Vitamins and trace Elements. It also has a special crystal structure that makes it the fastest dissolving. Highly Recommended

Available in different sizes


Spectrum Marine Fish Formula

Spectrum Marine Fish Formula
RefMFF

-1 mm sinking pellet
-Saltwater
http/www.tropicalfish4u.co.uk/acatalog/Spectrum.html


http/www.aquatics-warehouse.co.uk/acatal...TMENTS_121.html

 

[-germ-]

From what i've read so far heres my list in order of necessity with approximate price;
Small bottle dechlor (prime IMHO);£4.69
Aquarium salt 16oz (small API); £2.15
Melafix small; £4.94
Pimafix small; £5.94
Gravel vac; £3
Personally i'd have a look for a med containg phenoxyethanol.... I think King British do one but can't find it online...
Sure i'll have missed stuff or made mistakes.....
Anyone else feel free to cut and paste and upgrade whatever...
Don't buy the cycling product this is useless, only get refridgerated bacteria boosters like bactinettes/bio spira...

 

[alessasavoca]

Yep, germ's right there and remember that because you only have a smaller tank (even his proper tank will most probably not be humungous (or however you spell it) you won't need to buy big ones of everything!

don't bother with the safe start, you need bactinettes (proper, live bacteria) if you want to help the filter along. Don't know if it's available online but they sell it at Maidenhead aquatics, is there one near you? Don't buy it unless it's been kept in the fridge as otherwise the bacteria will be long since dead. It's about £5 for one treatment but that's all you'll need for up to 100 litres.

I feed my betta betta flakes but one pot of pellets/flakes will be no more than £3 (remember what i said about not needing big ones of everything) and it will last you ages


Edited to say: missed germs edit about bactinettes, i was typing

 

[rainbowpuddle]

Way to tired to understand this!
Can I but these and go to bed?

Tetra Aquasafe

At times it is necessary to add tap water to the aquarium, as part of a water change or a top-up. Tap water is designed for human use, and therefore contains high levels of chlorine to kill germs. In addition, it may contain varying levels of toxic heavy metals. Both chlorine and heavy metals are toxic to fish, and will cause them long-term damage and stress. Leaving water to stand will not remove all of these factors, and so is not an alternative to using a water conditioner. AquaSafe works by instantly neutralising these harmful substances, and should be used every time new water is added to the aquarium. In addition, AquaSafe also reduces stress, promotes wound healing and protects against infection, and adds a protective coating to the fish.

Interpet Aqualibrium


A Physiological Salt for the Aquarium with built in pH buffer. Aqualibrium is a unique balanced formulation of essential physiological salts for promoting the health of freshwater fish, safeguarding against disease and stabilising water conditions, including the essential pH value. It is one of the aquarists most versatile water treatments and can be used in a variety of ways: (1) As a general aquarium tonic and mild pH buffer, (2) To help minimise the effects of stress on fish, (3) As a supportive measure when treating disease. Aqualibrium can be used in conjunction with any other of the Interpet aquarium treatments. In many cases, a supportive does of Aqualibrium will enhance the effectiveness of aquarium treatments

 

[dixiedawn]

i use tetra aqua safe for my little man, don't see any reason why you can't either