While Waiting For The Cycle....

To me this didn't sound like enough time and there would still be harmful bacteria in there....
Just in case you meant that...

What is LACKING from a new tank is good bacteria, be it in the substrate, on the glass or in the filters.
There are no issues with bad bacteria per se because a new tank will be more or less sterile.
To get the good bacteria going, add Mulm to the substrate & filters (if you can - the best kick start and will greatly reduce the cycle time) and then get them growing by adding pure ammonia on a daily basis.

Regualar testing from then on will tell you if your tank has cycled and you can add fish, a process that will take longer than 2 weeks.

If you knew all that then apologies.... :blush:

Andy

Sorry Underwurlde, yes i did know that but did write it quite right. I meant that in 2 weeks without helping things a little there wouldnt be enought GOOD bateria for the fish. Think i got it that time, this cold is really messing my head up :crazy:
 

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