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Unread 11/29/2017, 04:59 AM   #9
emilese
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All very good suggestions that have been previously posted. Usually, it's not a one cure method but, a combination of several.

1. Removing as much of the algae manually. Blowing, pulling it off rocks, etc.
2. Using RODI water. This is SO important.
3. Controlling phosphate and nutrient export. This includes using a protein skimmer. Take a look at how much your feeding the tank as well. Overfeeding can cause outbreaks
4. As someone mentioned, take a look at your lighting. Maybe reduce your lighting periods. If you can reduce certain spectrums (like red), that can help.
5. Out competing the algae with other macro algae. A refugium is great for this. Also, a good cuc crew with can help control algae.
6. There are some media and chemical solutions that others have tried with varying degrees of success. I have heard of success with Seachem's PhosGuard and GFO

Just some ideas


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