I am using my first bucket (my first one was IO) and the values are always on the mark (atleast that's what my API kit says). Then again I only check calc and alk. Initially when I mix it, alk is well above 13 but after the solution is mixed for like 24hours or less, it goes to around 11dkh which is written on the label. No clarity issue or anything. And I use tapwater :P
Well since my tank is only 20 gallon and I do 2-3 gallon wc every two weeks (alk decreases to 9-10), this bucket is going to run me over a year so till then, I can be happy I guess
And all my corals are doing great, good polyp extension and good growth on montis and birdnest.
I am the odd one out over here
