mixing salt

[Fish]

According to a list of latin phrases:
"fere libenter homines id quod volunt credunt" means
"as a rule, men willingly believe that which they wish to"
or
"People believe what they wish to be true, even if it isn't." Attributed to Julius Caesar

Hey, I only know as much about this hobby as the next guy (less actually) but I have done a fair amount of research and the suggestion to let your water 'cure' for 24 hours before adding it to the tank seems to be a little more than just superstition or something I wish to be true.

It is recommended in numerous FAQ's and threads:
http://www.reefcorner.com/Manual/making_saltwater.htm

Also, I have personally observed different refractometer readings from the same bucket of saltwater from when it was mixed to several hours later.
Finally, that white cloud of newly mixed water added to the tank, doesn't look like it would be a lot of fun to 'breath' if you happen to be a sensitive marine animal.

I'm not suggesting that you can't or shouldn't add freshly mixed salt - I merely shared my experience with Clair and she can take it for what it's worth (if anything).

- Chad

[clair]

the topic is about the mixing of salt water quickly & thoroughly & nothing of whether to add right away or even 2 days later. Just thought a simple idea could help. maybe a section for "venting frustrations" should be added.

[Fish]

Sorry Clair, I was actually posting on the subject of mixing, not storing. What I was trying to suggest was that might take 24 hours to 'thoroughly' mix new saltwater. The only reason I posted was because I pictured you there with a drill in the bucket for hours and thought I could save you some time ( :

- Chad

[Chaotic Cricket]

Originally Posted by Fish

According to a list of latin phrases:
"fere libenter homines id quod volunt credunt" means
"as a rule, men willingly believe that which they wish to"
or
"People believe what they wish to be true, even if it isn't." Attributed to Julius Caesar

Hey, I only know as much about this hobby as the next guy (less actually) but I have done a fair amount of research and the suggestion to let your water 'cure' for 24 hours before adding it to the tank seems to be a little more than just superstition or something I wish to be true.

It is recommended in numerous FAQ's and threads:
http://www.reefcorner.com/Manual/making_saltwater.htm

Also, I have personally observed different refractometer readings from the same bucket of saltwater from when it was mixed to several hours later.
Finally, that white cloud of newly mixed water added to the tank, doesn't look like it would be a lot of fun to 'breath' if you happen to be a sensitive marine animal.

I'm not suggesting that you can't or shouldn't add freshly mixed salt - I merely shared my experience with Clair and she can take it for what it's worth (if anything).

- Chad

Oops the translation part didn't go through...didn't notice sorry. I can write latin but speaking it well I can't roll n R worth a damn. Anyways I don't agree with the even if it isn't part. All i meant was people can tell peopl whatever they want and until they find out for themselves they will believe what they want. I have done both mix right away and dump as well as condition the water for a few days. In my experience it makes no difference or little at the most. Anyways did not mean for my message to be taken the wrong way or anything so no hard feelings..if there were any in the first place.
Now if someone could help me with my Russian.....damn it

[clair]

As the once wise pumba & timone said;"Hakuna matata".

[Chaotic Cricket]

Originally Posted by clair

As the once wise pumba & timone said;"Hakuna matata".

experto crede



ex scientia tridens


anyways just practicing....no more latin from me