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Post by Storm Fri 4 Sep 2009 - 20:01

When i clean my tank out the water is perfect for a couple of days, but goes green really quick. What can i do to improve it.

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Post by Wilsonnw8 Fri 4 Sep 2009 - 22:54

Is your tank near a window per chance?
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Post by lilacamy931 Fri 4 Sep 2009 - 23:00

Yes what kinda of lighting does it have access to, do you have many live plants in there?
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Post by Loony Fish Fri 4 Sep 2009 - 23:13

UV s the answer. try to filter a filter that has it, but not worth it for a tank less than 40 gal.
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Post by Storm Sat 5 Sep 2009 - 11:37

The tank is near a window yes, and it has about 7 live plants in it.

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Post by Vandraco aka Bronzecat Sat 5 Sep 2009 - 12:39

Its probably due to the sunlight coming through the window. Can you block of the side nearest the window?
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