Tannins...

[Torred1771]

I soaked both peices of wood that I have in my tank for 5 days solid, refreshing the water in the bucket 3 times a day with the hottest water possible from the tap, then on the final day before putting it in my tank, I replaced the water with boiling water twice in 2 hours. They did release alot of tannins in those few days but slowed down. I have noticed an increase in Tannins in my water, which isnt necessarily a bad thing, just wondering if it has any effect on the fish and what you guys think of tannins...

 

[N0body Of The Goat]

Many fish, especially those from soft water, are supposed to benefit from the tannins. Some fishkeepers add things like Purigen to their filter to mop the tannins up because they hate the "tea" look, personally I think it makes things a little more natural and just lets the tannin release run its course over however long it is leached, I bought ~30Kg of bogwood from a local breeder back around October and it still turns the 540l tank water brown.

 

[cynic]

Personal preference if you ask me.

Some fish prefer it as it happens in their enviroment, my collumbians prefer it apparently as their habitat is heavily wooded. I tried it but didn't like the look.

 

[Torred1771]

Many fish, especially those from soft water, are supposed to benefit from the tannins. Some fishkeepers add things like Purigen to their filter to mop the tannins up because they hate the "tea" look, personally I think it makes things a little more natural and just lets the tannin release run its course over however long it is leached, I bought ~30Kg of bogwood from a local breeder back around October and it still turns the 540l tank water brown.

Im not sure I like the look, yea it looks good but I prefer a clear tank. What is this Purigen stuff you speak of? I may look into it, does it harm the fish at all?

 

[Torred1771]

Does anyone have any suggestions on how to make it go away?

 

[fluttermoth]

I can't comment on Purigen, as I've never used it, but some carbon in the filter will remove most, if not all, the tannins.

 

[Aqua Tom]

Does anyone have any suggestions on how to make it go away?

Patience & water changes. Works for me.





Tom

 

[FishFanatic04]

I love the look of tannins....I also love when my water is crystal clear...Luckily on for 2 days after water change day I have nice clear water...the rest of the time it looks like a piece of a natural river or lake. So both.

 

[Torred1771]

I can't comment on Purigen, as I've never used it, but some carbon in the filter will remove most, if not all, the tannins.

Will a peice of carbon in the filter have any negative effect on the water stats or health of the fish?

 

[Xraymark]

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<br />I can't comment on Purigen, as I've never used it, but some carbon in the filter will remove most, if not all, the tannins.<br />

<br /><br />Will a peice of carbon in the filter have any negative effect on the water stats or health of the fish?<br />

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No. Most filters have it as standard. Then the manufacturer would like you to change it every couple of weeks to get your money as it has a limited life span.

 

[Torred1771]

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<br />I can't comment on Purigen, as I've never used it, but some carbon in the filter will remove most, if not all, the tannins.<br />

<br /><br />Will a peice of carbon in the filter have any negative effect on the water stats or health of the fish?<br />

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No. Most filters have it as standard. Then the manufacturer would like you to change it every couple of weeks to get your money as it has a limited life span.

My Eheim filter didnt have carbon in it, but I have carbon so I could try that. How well does it work?

 

[Torred1771]

Ive added some carbon to my filter just now, i really hope this helps clear up the tank.

 

[Torred1771]

Carbon has been in since Thursday, doesnt seem to be doing anything, in fact it seems as though there are more tannins in the water!

 

[Rummynose]

I've used carbon in my filter and it did not seem to do anything in regards to removing the tannins. I removed the carbon and the water cleared on its own. Weekly water changes, and patience for a few months is all that is needed.

The tannins are harmless! Blackwater habitats are full of tannins, they come from the leaves and wood that have fallen into the water, the fish thrive in it!

 

[Torred1771]

I know it causes no harm to the fish, I just really do not like the way they look, i think it makes my tank look dirty.