Sam's 2Nd Fishless Cycle

[sam_ward0611]

Hey all,

Started a new fishless cycle today in a 180l Juwel. Ive had this tank for ages now but with a house move been on the cards for the past 6 months I decided to wait until I had moved house before cycling it. So here I am all moved and excited about my new venture.

I started with sand as substrate which was tiring to wash but looks fab now its all clean.

24.07.12
Tested ammonia parameter with api test kit before adding ammonia: 0ppm
Added ammonia (9.47ml used calculator on this site)and tested: 4.0ppm

25.07.12
Ammonia: 4.0ppm
Temp raised thanks for the advice Doresy

26.07.12
Ammonia: 4.0ppm

27.07.12
Ammonia: 4.0ppm

 

[doresy]

Turn heater up to about 30-32* to help things along.........just remember to reduce again before adding fish later on!