Discus tank odor problem solver

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Frost
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Re: Discus tank odor problem solver

Post by Frost »

Driftwood can definitely funk things up. Boiling it before adding helps, but if it's been in there a while, might be time to replace it. Also, consider adding activated carbon to your filter for a week or two to absorb odors.
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Lido
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Re: Discus tank odor problem solver

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Man, I hate tank smells. Had a similar vibe last summer. Turned out my filter intake was clogged, so flow was weak. Cleaned that, added an airstone, and boom—smell gone. Maybe check your FX6 intake too?
Darego
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Re: Discus tank odor problem solver

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Airstones help a lot with gas exchange. If you don't have one, grab a cheap one and see if it makes a difference. Also, how's your surface agitation? Low oxygen can make things smell worse.
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