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My Discus hid for weeks when I first got 'em. Turned out the black background I added freaked them out. Swapped it for light blue, now they're out all day. Maybe check if something's spooking yours? Even a shadow from outside can weird them out.

Re: Need Help with RO/DI Setup

wilde, I think you're missing the point. I'm setting up for Discus, not the other fish I mentioned. They were just examples because you asked for one. My water parameters were fine for them, but they still had issues. That tells me there's something else wrong with ...

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Wilde, like you said I need a starting point, but my water tests have always come back fine for the fish I had. No ammonia or nitrites, low nitrates which is what I aimed for in my planted tank. My gh and kh levels are spot on, and pH is mid 7s. My tetras, plecos, and ...

Re: Need Help with RO/DI Setup
Wilde, I'm not familiar with the term LFS - could you please clarify what that stands for? I've had issues with gourami in the past, they'd only last about a month before stressing out and dying after a random water change. Despite my water test results coming back ...

Re: Need Help with RO/DI Setup

I'd really appreciate it if someone could help me out with my original questions. I've done my research and I'm set on going this route, so I'd love to get some advice on RO systems and mineralization for my aging barrel. Also, any thoughts on tapping into the water ...

Re: Need Help with RO/DI Setup

I've been reading through threads about keeping Discus in well water and it seems like a lot of people struggle to keep them healthy. Those same threads suggest using RO as a way to start from scratch and then re-mineralize to get the water parameters just right ...

Re: Need Help with RO/DI Setup

I've actually been using softened water in my tanks, and I've found it works pretty well with some adjustments. I add fertilizers for the plants and keep an eye on how they react. For instance, if I notice magnesium or iron deficiencies, I make the necessary changes ...

I've searched the forums pretty thoroughly for this topic, but couldn't quite find the information I needed. If I've missed something, please let me know and I'll be happy to check it out.

I'm a complete newbie when it comes to RO/DI systems, so I'm hoping for some guidance. My well water is ...