Marine Maintenance

In a reef tank, corals and other invertebrates constantly use calcium, carbonates and magnesium to build their skeletons. If these are not replaced, the levels fall and growth slows. The products in this section help return what has been used, prepare water for changes and feed the corals.

The Balling method adds three separate solutions, usually with a dosing pump, which makes sense when corals consume a lot. In a smaller tank, ready-made supplements are an easier start. Trace elements and amino acids support coral colour and growth but do not replace keeping the main parameters steady.

The most common mistake is adding something that has not been tested, or correcting too quickly. Test KH, calcium and magnesium regularly, write the results down and change a dose only once the trend is clear.