renman303 Posted January 22, 2007 Share Posted January 22, 2007 Just wondering whom out there uses these large "Mineral Blocks" to replenish calcium, magnesium, etc.... If these work, why mess with 10 bottles of chemicals? I know of someone that adds one of these blocks to his 180 gal until dissolved (about 3-4 weeks) and adds nothing more. Has a beautiful reef setup (I'll get pics) and nothing more than live rock. No bio-balls, no chemicals, etc.... Thoughts? Best Regards, Dave "RenMan" www.nonnas.net Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caferacermike Posted January 22, 2007 Share Posted January 22, 2007 Or do you mean "deer licks"??? Oh man I wouldn't think they'd be very pure and free of nitrates, trites, ammonias, or phosphates. I'd bet they are not batch tested either. Where you referring to salt licks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renman303 Posted January 22, 2007 Author Share Posted January 22, 2007 Yes, I guess I was referring to "Salt Licks". Ha, never heard them called that but, makes sense! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wryknow Posted January 23, 2007 Share Posted January 23, 2007 No! You should be able to satisfy 99% of your chemical needs with a good salt mix and kalkwasser. I occasionally need to add a little calcium chloride, baking soda (for alkalinity) or magnesium, but that's about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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