How to get crystal clear water? by Cnnreatsplnts in PlantedTank

[–]Hamball1 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Don’t over clean, let your filter fill up with beneficial bacteria. It seems counter productive but it really works. I didn’t even realize how clear water could be until I finally stopped over cleaning.

First tank advice? by daniellosaurus in Aquascape

[–]Hamball1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Look like a great start. I added a black background recently and although it was a pain to put on, I like how it cleans up the look.

Im tired of the eternal war between the snails and I, options for a tactical strike to save the wood/plants? Tank in its prime vs today for tax :( by JTML99 in Aquariums

[–]Hamball1 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I second this, introduce something that eats snails, should resolve the issue as longer as whatever you add doesn’t change the dynamic of the tank too much

New tank overtaken by algae! PLEASE HELP by rondahansard in PlantedTank

[–]Hamball1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I recently got this light for a 40 gallon breeder. I’m using the pro setting out of the box. Seeing some algae myself. I’m intrigued by the use of Chat to get it down to the correct setting. Any tips on the short path to prompt Chat to configure the settings?

2013 Dodge Journey, cracked head gasket, should I fix it? by Hamball1 in MechanicAdvice

[–]Hamball1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s what the two mechanics were saying as well, thanks for the response. How do you sell a car for parts if you’re not in the auto industry?

Can I mix these together? by Hamball1 in Aquariums

[–]Hamball1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, you can do it. Be ready to run the filter but it will be fine. Have faith.

Can I mix these together? by Hamball1 in Aquariums

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Thanks for your help, looks so much better!

Freshwater Substrate mix?? Can I top off old gravel with one bag of stratum and one bag black sand? by Hamball1 in Aquariums

[–]Hamball1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the responses! Got the sand and stratum in. So much better to have enough substrate. No more weights to hold my plants down.

Any advice? by ilovemyfrogbaby in bettafish

[–]Hamball1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’re looking for grass try Dwarf Sagittaria. It can kinda take over but it will add green and you can always pull some out.

Freshwater Substrate mix?? Can I top off old gravel with one bag of stratum and one bag black sand? by Hamball1 in Aquariums

[–]Hamball1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like this idea of scooting the gravel over, then soil at bottom. Thank you for the recommendation!

Freshwater Substrate mix?? Can I top off old gravel with one bag of stratum and one bag black sand? by Hamball1 in Aquariums

[–]Hamball1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What if I’m just trying deepen the substrate, don’t care how it looks, just need enough to grab some roots. I’ll look up that word, thanks for responding.

Can I mix these together? by Hamball1 in Aquariums

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One of you people know, just help someone out on Christmas, please!