intrestering algae solutions

[dblzz]

found this it might help some out with certain algae problems i have used peroxide for cleaning used filters and such thought it was intresting to think if any one ever had this problem and tried this for algae control [Only Registered Users Can See Links.]

[PostalPenguin]

I believe member Nic is treating his tank with peroxide. I think the reason the person in the article lost so many plants was that the plants were covered in algae, hence, the leaf underneath is nearly dead already. I think people have had great success treating minor algae before the plants are covered. Plus many people recommend treating, waiting about 30min then doing a 50% water change.

I think if I had to I would stick with Flourish Excel since it is less likely to kill the fish and plants but it is obviously more expensive.

[dblzz]

i dont think i would try that to risky for the fish i thought also, and i really try to keep on it before i gets way out of hand like that guys did it does do a good job at cleaning parts off of filters that are hard to reach and clean with out breaking or leaving residue like bleach clean and haveing to worry, i just never heard a lot about h2o2 used to kill algea in a tank with fish in it i wouldnt try it personally just thought he might be on something for last resorts

[DrNic]

I've tried both treating the plants out of the tank as well as dosing an entire tank. Both have advantages and both worked pretty well once I got the hang of it.

For dipping just the plants I mixed peroxide 1:3 with water, and dipped the plants for 5 minutes then back into the tank. It worked to clear the algae, but it took a toll on the plants and I had to do a bit of trimming.

For dosing an entire tank I pulled my filter media, dosed with 3ml/gallon for 1 hour then did a 40% water change. Within a few days most of the algae just up and disappeared. I will probably have to dose twice though to clear out a couple of spots that were really dense. The plants seem totally unaffected though.

I was just as surprised that this option worked as well as it did. It took me a few times to find doses that worked for me though. For the most part it is almost completely harmless to the fish as long as the dose isn't really high. It can actually also help clear infections your fish might have. Most of my fish seem a lot more lively after the treatment. Adding an air stone, if you don't have one, also helps the peroxide to make sure there is enough oxygen around.

I have a couple threads under the Algae topic regarding this if you want to check them out.

[Wild Turkey]

I use this method as well. Works fine, none or almost no damage to plants ever.

I think PP is correct is his assumption that the others plants were destroyed by the algae, not the treatment.

I also use the dipping method, I dont even liquor the H202 down, i just use the regular 3% mix to dip them whenever i move plants from a tank with algae to a tank without. Still no negative effects that I can see

[DrNic]

I use this method as well. Works fine, none or almost no damage to plants ever.

I think PP is correct is his assumption that the others plants were destroyed by the algae, not the treatment.

I also use the dipping method, I dont even liquor the H202 down, i just use the regular 3% mix to dip them whenever i move plants from a tank with algae to a tank without. Still no negative effects that I can see
When you dip in straight 3% how long do you dip the plants for?

[Wild Turkey]

When you dip in straight 3% how long do you dip the plants for?

Only a few seconds, its literally a "dip" so just long enough to completely submerge the plant.

[dblzz]

have you ever did that with the lace type plants or the very thin leave plants

[Wild Turkey]

have you ever did that with the lace type plants or the very thin leave plants

Ive done it with a few mosses