How much pH Up will it take to raise my pH?
The amount of pH Up required to raise the pH of pond water depends on several factors. The primary cause of low pH is a low carbonate hardness (KH) level. Carbonate hardness, also known as alkalinity, is found in tap water and may also leach from soil. If the carbonate hardness level is low, pH will tend to drop over time or fluctuate up and down. Natural acids also lower the pH. Each dose of pH Up neutralizes some of the acid and raise pH. It may take several doses of pH Up to adjust the pH.
Why does my pH level increase after adding pH Up then drop again after a few days?
Natural acids will neutralize pH Up and keep the pH low. Make a partial water change (10-15%) every three or four weeks and use activated carbon in the filter. This will improve water quality and help stabilize the pH.
Does pH Up contain phosphates?
No. pH Up contains no phosphates.
