Guest ssaldana May 12, 2004 Share May 12, 2004 I was first introduced to Mrs. Wages Pickling Lime by a local reefer. I tried to do a search on some forums on directives for its use but I couldn't find anything in depth. Could someone point me to a link or direct me on the following: Specific Brand (knowing what to look for) Where to get it Dosages (dissolve in vinigar? how many tsp/gallon?) Effectiveness is it in comparison to leading vendors (Kent etc) Its affect on pH in general Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelg May 12, 2004 Share May 12, 2004 read the pinned thread in this column- Kalkwasser, everything you wanted to know. FWIW, Steve had issues with Mrs. Wages. I have always used Ball's pickling lime, so can't make any direct comment. Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquariareview May 12, 2004 Share May 12, 2004 Mrs Wages is less fine than Balls and it does not disolve as well. It also seems to raise PO4 levels (this is a problem I don't have with Balls) I us Balls mix 2 tblsp Balls 1tsp white vineger 1 cup fresh water stir for a min then add to 1 gal make up water do not add other additives to this water as the calcium in the mix will bond to them and render the useless. Add to tank in strong current, or add to return pump intake area in sump The first few times you add it you will get some clouding of the water. This is from the calcium bonding to the phosphates in your water . After you use it you will see a big drop in those levels. I have been using this stuff for years without any issues Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikS May 12, 2004 Share May 12, 2004 Where to get it Safeway, in the baking aisle (sugar, flour, etc) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ssaldana May 12, 2004 Share May 12, 2004 After you use it you will see a big drop in those levels. Phosphate levels? and what other levels drop (if any)? Safeway, in the baking aisle (sugar, flour, etc) Have you found it in Giant as well? Thanks for the info guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Stearns May 13, 2004 Share May 13, 2004 Look at Kalkawasser in the sticky on this board. Use pickling lime just as you would Kalkawasser. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caribbean Jake May 13, 2004 Share May 13, 2004 Saldaña, this is a NICE Thread. [dr] Kalk thread Pinned in General Discussion section Jacob ild Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grav May 13, 2004 Share May 13, 2004 I use Balls Nathan, Do you mean: 2 Tblsp Vinigar and 1 Tsp Balls ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ssaldana May 13, 2004 Share May 13, 2004 Thanks for taking notice in my last name Carribean :D I will run to the store and grab some p.lime today, thanks guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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