Reducing Ph Levels

[exilemalc]

I just done a water test and the PH levels ar 8.0
how can i reduce this all the other readings were fine

 

[finchfarm]

A water change, assuming the water you use to change it with has a lower pH than 8.0 can lower the pH in your tank.

I would suggest going to your LFS and buying some driftwood through. Driftwood lowers the pH naturally.

 

[exilemalc]

finch i done a 40% change 3 days ago i think i live in a acidic water area

thanks for the dritwood tip

 

[darknirvana217]

Peat moss is another natural acidifier, which can be placed in your tank. Seachem makes some buffers that will lower your Ph as well. I have been using the buffers and have never had a problem. I also have a lot of wood. Between the two my Ph is 6.6. If you can't find these items in your lfs, then check out an online store like www.liveaquaria.com or www.bigalsonline.com.