New Tank

[lReef lKeeper]

i agree with James.

what are you planning on keeping in the tank ?? softies ?? LPS ?? SPS ??

there are all types of ways to raise calcium, the key is not throwing your ALK, or Mag. off at the same time.

[Psychojam]

You might also check out this article to learn more about Calcium and alkalinity.

Calcium and Alkalinity by Randy Holmes Farley

[Psychojam]

Actually, this article might be a bit better.

[chris]

i have read the randy holmes farley article but the advanced aquarist is a good article. i was wondering if it would be easier for a beginner with a smaller tank to just use a 2 part dose for calcium and alk. like b-ionic. i've never had a nano but i would imagine kalk could very easily be overdosed without a ph controller and a good reactor.

[poppin_fresh]

I would use the B-ionic in a small tank. The gallon two part kits should last quite a while on a smaller tank. Plus its a balanced system, so its easier for a beginner (with a decent test kit) to use.

[veriann]

most definately, some of the bottle or dry store edditions are perfect for small tanks, & many will not overdose you Alk or PH even with mis-management

[CarmieJo]

I use a 2-part in my nano and drip kalk in my 54 corner.