Do You Need Salt In Your Aquarium? Pros and Cons

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  • @KGTropicals
    @KGTropicals  3 роки тому +34

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    • @WirTrivedi
      @WirTrivedi 3 роки тому +2

      I have asked you a question about glow fish please please answer

    • @damiangrouse4564
      @damiangrouse4564 3 роки тому

      You mentioned that if you need hard water you would add salt. Does it follow that if you have hard water from the tap adding salt as medication would not improve the desease condition?

    • @connorcostello3864
      @connorcostello3864 3 роки тому

      When will milasion drift wood be on your website

    • @nicolelaframboise2281
      @nicolelaframboise2281 3 роки тому

      I have a 20gal long planted tank with large-small size rocks making caves with a large piece of drift wood. Plant light is on a timer kept on 12hr a day. Temp kept at a constant 78 degrees. I have 1 male betta fish, 3 sword tails(2 female,1 Male) 3 harlyquinn rasboras, 1 rescued fish(looks like an off bred guppy but not sure) 6 neon tetras and 4 salt and pepper corydoras. They are all very active. They are fed 1 time a day as well as they eat the plants. Sand substrate. Any recommendations for improvement? Overstocked? Thank you I love you channel!

    • @reptileguy8458
      @reptileguy8458 3 роки тому

      Not good for a planted tank.....I heard.

  • @jaidinblanish1521
    @jaidinblanish1521 2 роки тому +101

    I have a 3 gallon tank with a betta, 2 5 gallon tanks with goldfish and another better and a 20 gallon with guppies, mollies, and shrimp. I was the type of person that thought it was simply just water and a filter. After binge watching all your videos for the past few months and learning alot of new things my aquariums are healthier than ever! I'm the only 13 year old in my school with 4 fish tanks in my room. Thanks for all your help!

    • @ju3tind94
      @ju3tind94 Рік тому +8

      Gonna need a bigger tank for those goldfish

    • @jaidinblanish1521
      @jaidinblanish1521 Рік тому +8

      @@ju3tind94 yea I did way more research since then. Now my goldfish are in a 50 gal even tho I only have 3

    • @e-blittzzzz921
      @e-blittzzzz921 Рік тому +1

      @@jaidinblanish1521 I recommend a 5 gallon for the betta

    • @marykier
      @marykier 11 місяців тому +1

      What about if you have live plants?

  • @katherinepaige5186
    @katherinepaige5186 3 роки тому +101

    Recently found your channel and after a long break from keeping fish, you’ve reignited my passion. You’re just the breath of fresh air I needed in 2020. I can’t thank you both enough ❤️

    • @Roijuru
      @Roijuru 3 роки тому +3

      Since no one else bothered yet... let me be the one to welcome you back!

    • @katherinepaige5186
      @katherinepaige5186 3 роки тому +2

      @@Roijuru Thank you!

  • @grahamsmith2022
    @grahamsmith2022 3 роки тому +59

    If everybody in business was this honest and helpful,what a wonderful world this would be.👍✌

    • @uekikosuke3601
      @uekikosuke3601 3 роки тому +3

      Business is a game of tricks and trades sometimes

    • @grahamsmith2022
      @grahamsmith2022 3 роки тому +2

      @@uekikosuke3601 and sometimes much worse,but hopefully not in the aquarium business.😉

  • @sallyalfaro3401
    @sallyalfaro3401 2 роки тому +6

    I never care for fish keeping until I stumble on your channel. I got a 5 gallon tank and a betta. Then got a 10 gallon and added 11 neon tetras, 5 harlequin rasboras, 3 snails and 3 Cory's. Last weekend I bought a 29 gallons tank for them. Your passion for fish keeping sold me.

  • @kaitlyndavis2451
    @kaitlyndavis2451 3 роки тому +31

    I used salt for a 2 week treatment on my new goldfish. They had minor fin damage from being shipped and I dosed some salt just to prevent any infection from setting in while they were healing up. Worked like a charm!

    • @thegoonerz
      @thegoonerz 3 роки тому

      how do you pour the salt into it? Like do you have to separate the fish first or just pour it straight away?

    • @kaitlyndavis2451
      @kaitlyndavis2451 3 роки тому +3

      @@thegoonerz I dissolve the salt into some tank water first then pour the salty water into the tank. Aquarium co op has some good dosing guidelines if you're looking for how much salt to add. Also, when you replace salt after a water change make sure you only add salt for the new (unsalted) water not the whole tank volume. Remember, salt won't evaporate out with water so also don't add more salt if you're just topping off the tank. Hope this helps!

    • @thegoonerz
      @thegoonerz 3 роки тому

      @@kaitlyndavis2451 Oh, thx. Very helpful! ^^

    • @thegoonerz
      @thegoonerz 3 роки тому

      @@kaitlyndavis2451 Oh, thx. Very helpful! ^^

    • @jaydeef5187
      @jaydeef5187 3 роки тому

      @@kaitlyndavis2451 if salt doesn't evaporate why does stuff rust at a much faster rate near the beach?

  • @dennyAK47
    @dennyAK47 3 роки тому +18

    I moved my fish yesterday to a 150g and was looking like crazy for this video. Loved it and really think that salt is necessary for controlling stress and the internal and external health of the fish. Keep this informative videos going 👍🏼

  • @trumptruffles4560
    @trumptruffles4560 3 роки тому +26

    I "micro dose" with salt. I use it to add minerals and the good stuff fish need, but I only do a tablespoon for my 30 gallon, 1/2 tablespoon for my 20 gallon, and a pinch for my nano planted tanks. Since doing so I do notice a difference in my fish. I think salt is great preventive care. I'll say it like this, I've never had a sick fish, but my husband who doesn't use salt has. He's dealt with ich, hole in the head, dropsy, fungal infections, and I have not.

    • @ChessArmyCommander
      @ChessArmyCommander 3 роки тому +1

      He said to follow the directions. Mine said one rounded tablespoon for every five gallons.

    • @musk-eteer9898
      @musk-eteer9898 Рік тому

      i use 1/2 dose as you are.

    • @Sungroove
      @Sungroove Рік тому

      @@ChessArmyCommander those directions are to ensure that people don’t overdoes the aquarium with salt. Using less than recommended amount is completely ok to do.

    • @Gamer_Goth_Girl
      @Gamer_Goth_Girl Рік тому

      Maybe i should try micro dosing my tank, do you add salt with each weekly change or every other change? ☺️

    • @zachburger7126
      @zachburger7126 Рік тому

      Is my yoyo loach going to die if I use aquarium salt. I have some fish that seem to have signs of fin rot and I'd like to does the whole tank

  • @TheScienceguy77
    @TheScienceguy77 3 роки тому +60

    "aquarium salt" or as it is more commonly known: regular sea salt

    • @aarongonzalez4458
      @aarongonzalez4458 3 роки тому

      Is it really? I got a ton of sea salt in the kitchen free out preservatives

    • @aarongonzalez4458
      @aarongonzalez4458 3 роки тому

      Its pink Himalayan sea salt. How much can I use for a 55 gal

    • @TheScienceguy77
      @TheScienceguy77 3 роки тому +2

      @@aarongonzalez4458 Yes it really is; and the dosage mainly depends on what you're using it for (dips, treating the main tank, for livebearers, etc.). Just search for the dosage directions for API aquarium salt or something similar to get an idea of how much to use.

  • @legaltenderradfem
    @legaltenderradfem 3 роки тому +12

    You guys are my most trustworthy channel for information.

    • @EchoSevenNine
      @EchoSevenNine 3 роки тому

      Agreed. You know the info is always going to be spot on from these guys.

  • @deathdecorvid9926
    @deathdecorvid9926 3 роки тому +12

    Crazy how I just ordered fritz A+ yesterday to treat my fresh water fish for diseases and here we are talking about it .

  • @jessicaclark5968
    @jessicaclark5968 3 роки тому +13

    i absolutely love and appreciate that you recommend watching other videos and reading articles (aka research ;) ) for people to come to their own opinions. Thank you so much for all you and Lisa do for the hobby! Your videos are massively helpful

  • @vincentthomas7142
    @vincentthomas7142 3 роки тому +9

    I had a 10 gallon, 20 gallon & a 55 gallon at one time with mostly platies, some guppies, tetras and assorted danios. I would put regular sea salt from the grocery store & never had any problems. Your channel really makes me want to get back into the hobby. Great stuff!

  • @skippitydoodah7881
    @skippitydoodah7881 3 роки тому +15

    I've been using salt for 15 years my fish are 15 years old and I've never had an itch problem or any other problem due to illness they are very healthy and they are very big now

  • @pauldefazio3480
    @pauldefazio3480 3 роки тому +34

    I would really like it if you did a video on how aquarium salt affects live aquarium plants and algae

    • @methujeraya
      @methujeraya 3 роки тому +3

      That's a rabbit hole you don't wanna get into. Basically almost all plants die from salt.

    • @jaydeef5187
      @jaydeef5187 3 роки тому

      @@methujeraya I can show you 3 tanks that are loaded with live plants and I add salt every water change.

    • @beh4846
      @beh4846 2 роки тому

      @@jaydeef5187 This is my BURNING question of the week. :) What about the plants?

    • @jaydeef5187
      @jaydeef5187 2 роки тому

      @@beh4846 what about them? They grow. A lot. A lot of your fertilizer comes from salts. I just removed 13 rooted val plants and prob 100 leaves from all my swords and crypts so I'd say it works well. I've had planted tanks since I was 16 some 33 years and have been using it since then. Sure I've had plants die but more than likely were choked out due to lack of light from overgrown plants.

  • @danielhairiri2535
    @danielhairiri2535 3 роки тому +2

    In asia, mostly Malaysia and Indonesia we use ketapang leaves. It help fish recovery and lower pH lvl but might turns water cloudy. But it beneficial to fish.

  • @Antsandy96
    @Antsandy96 3 роки тому +5

    The other week I had no idea what was wrong with my betta, but he was hiding and not eating. There was no sign of obvious illness. So I dosed my tank with aquarium salt and put the temperature up. A few days later he was back to normal. Not sure if the salt did anything, but added to peace of mind.
    Aquarium salt is a good first aid medication.

  • @samiflitton608
    @samiflitton608 3 роки тому +21

    I found your channel two days ago and haven't stopped watching them! I am new to the hobby and learning as much as I can before I bring a Betta home! Hoping to get a white opal for my 10 gallon zen tank! Subscribed!

    • @samiflitton608
      @samiflitton608 3 роки тому +1

      @omdarne00 cbc can yep! 4-6 weeks! I plan to also use quick start as well

    • @vort3xdowny322
      @vort3xdowny322 3 роки тому +1

      10 gallon you can put otocinclus or something if your algae gets out of control and don’t be scared to increase the amount of fish instead of a betta making a community tank isnt that hard if you take care of it

    • @vort3xdowny322
      @vort3xdowny322 3 роки тому +2

      I watch girl talks fish and I agree it’s a really good channel and she does videos on betta fish

    • @marypaigeflynn4512
      @marypaigeflynn4512 3 роки тому +1

      You have definitely come to the right place!!

    • @samiflitton608
      @samiflitton608 3 роки тому

      @@vort3xdowny322 what about algae eaters? Like those little bottom feeders?

  • @douglasrobson3875
    @douglasrobson3875 Рік тому +1

    I bought a few Betas from KGT and I can honestly say I was very impressed with the quality of fish that arrived. They are still doing well and I plan on ordering more before summer starts.

  • @debbiemcwilliams2789
    @debbiemcwilliams2789 3 роки тому +12

    Timely video for me....I haven't added salt in a while and was debating on whether to do it with today's water change...got my answer

  • @rejiluz3465
    @rejiluz3465 3 роки тому +1

    Just bought an api aquarium salt. And now Im more confident of using it because of this video. Thank you.

  • @stojancedezalekov1840
    @stojancedezalekov1840 3 роки тому +45

    I have put salt in my tank and it helped with my ich problem

    • @spart361
      @spart361 3 роки тому +3

      me too

    • @user-ui9cd3uv2s
      @user-ui9cd3uv2s 3 роки тому +1

      Sameee here..

    • @es361j4
      @es361j4 3 роки тому

      how much salt would you guys use in 10 gallon tank?

    • @stojancedezalekov1840
      @stojancedezalekov1840 3 роки тому

      @@es361j4 1 tablespoon

    • @teng_03
      @teng_03 3 роки тому

      @@es361j4 depends on how serious the ich condition is already. I did 1 tbsp per 2 gallons for about 2 weeks

  • @FKJ_WORLD
    @FKJ_WORLD 2 роки тому +3

    Greetings from Jamaica bredda, salt in aquarium also brings out colours in some aquarium fish example Mollies and Chromide cichlids. This is based on actual personal experiences I have had. Love the presentation couldnt said it better myself. Nice work

  • @robertlefler6644
    @robertlefler6644 3 роки тому +2

    I use it with my endo pacific tarpon and it’s doing great, followed the directions and that tarpon is thriving in freshwater

  • @JoeGiz64
    @JoeGiz64 3 роки тому +5

    Ive been using aquarium salt with my fancy goldfish for 5 years now...my original fish are still fine!

  • @shomeanirban
    @shomeanirban 3 роки тому +11

    Will adding salt cause any harm to the beneficial bacteria already existing in the Aquarium? And can adding to a planted tank cause any issues for plants?

  • @palacinkasmarmeladou
    @palacinkasmarmeladou 3 роки тому +1

    That really helps. I did get salt yet almost never used it as I was worried it could hurt the fish. Now I understand it more. Thank you

  • @alexanime1220
    @alexanime1220 3 роки тому +4

    Your channel is really helpful for beginners and both professional Thank you for guiding us

  • @FlipnotesNshit
    @FlipnotesNshit 3 роки тому +41

    with Canada not allowing a lot of fish medications salt is a life saver!!

    • @CoffeeTimeBrian11
      @CoffeeTimeBrian11 3 роки тому +2

      I've treated many conditions with just salt. I believe it only works when you catch the fungus, bacteria, parasites or ich quickly.

    • @TorryGood
      @TorryGood 3 роки тому

      Did you try buying the stuff from united states to get around it?

    • @asherkarr5096
      @asherkarr5096 3 роки тому +1

      Most of the over the counter fish meds are actually not tested the bottles can say something that it's been proven not to do

    • @carlowehermosa956
      @carlowehermosa956 3 роки тому +1

      Always my 1st course of intervention...have to order other medications online as Canada only sell herbal/natural derivative forms of medicinal therapy!

    • @HellBent069
      @HellBent069 3 роки тому +1

      Melafix and pimafix are natural and can fix almost every problem you have

  • @lizreyes7252
    @lizreyes7252 3 роки тому +7

    Was thinking about this last week. Perfect timing

  • @ethanalaban
    @ethanalaban 3 роки тому +7

    I also use salt for bettas.. it's good for medication and color molting and mutation.. well that's what I believe, base on my experience 😅😁😁👍

    • @hkh2316
      @hkh2316 3 роки тому

      how many gram per little u put?

  • @marypaigeflynn4512
    @marypaigeflynn4512 3 роки тому +3

    This is a topic that seems to come up daily on Father Fishes show... So I really appreciate this video!!I'm going to watch this a few times and add it to my mental notes and now I have a video I will share when it comes up again. Thanks John and Lisa I hope you all are having an amazing and blessed weekend 👍🌿🐟🌿💚

  • @RyanRoux
    @RyanRoux 3 роки тому +3

    I've recently started using salt to treat some diseases in my quarantine tank and it works well.

  • @melissaborst4726
    @melissaborst4726 3 роки тому +3

    Yes I use aquarium salt I always have. My brother to Marine biology in school

  • @janickcruz9655
    @janickcruz9655 3 роки тому +3

    wonderful video!!!! thanks for making the salt confusion much more clearer!!!

  • @stephanserfontein4832
    @stephanserfontein4832 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much.. this is the best channel on the web.. you guys rock...

  • @BKWhite07
    @BKWhite07 2 роки тому

    you're a genius with your delivery lol subtle humor on point

  • @Karactos
    @Karactos Рік тому +2

    Aquarium salts do differ from your regular table salt because they have more trace minerals and salts than just NaCl (albeit in very small amounts) that are also important for fish health. If you want to just use a supermarket salt, make sure it is the larger grain/chunks of lake salt or sea salt, and not your usual shaker, more purified salt. The non-purified lake/sea salt is also better for humans too btw.

  • @Alec678
    @Alec678 3 роки тому +7

    thank you for the very informative videos! i started watching about a month ago and i got my first fish a few days ago :,) can’t wait to get more into this hobby:)

  • @30Ravi
    @30Ravi 3 роки тому +2

    My fishes got itch when weather started changing. I went to my pet shop & asked for all type of meds. He simply said to put non iodine salt in the water and increase heater temp. He did not sell me anything. It worked wonders and all itch vanished on the 3rd day

  • @k-qq1bn
    @k-qq1bn Рік тому

    im somewhat new to fish keeping and i have a gold fish and 3 black skirted tetras in a 10 gallon tank (im gonna upsize soon) it has a filter but ive been struggling with nitrite and nitrate levels in the water and ive changed the water twice now in the past about 4 weeks. this has helped me very much

  • @Kabaladamawomasp
    @Kabaladamawomasp 3 роки тому +1

    Ive had great success with aquarium salt with improving fish health after a nasty chemistry crash, really helped them to recover from the stress

  • @feralon9570
    @feralon9570 3 роки тому +7

    I use it in quarantine tank but not in my planted tanks! I keep two types of salt on hand for my fish one is aquarium salt and the other is epsom salt. Epsom for salt baths for a sick betta who had serious swim bladder issues. The epsom salt worked wonders for her. (There are places on line where you can look up dosages for both baths) It took the poor girl 2 months to be able to fully swim again but she did survive and is thriving. So I have to agree there are definitely situations where salt is great for your fish.

    • @jeffereyhopkins750
      @jeffereyhopkins750 2 роки тому +3

      Epson salt is magnesium sulfate. Does wonders for vegetable plants too.

    • @typicallyusual6984
      @typicallyusual6984 2 роки тому

      @@jeffereyhopkins750 Yeah it’s great way to add magnesium for aquatic plants I hear. Just gotta be care and add a little at a time to not shock more sensitive plants like crypts.

    • @L3TITBE
      @L3TITBE 11 місяців тому

      How often did you give your betta wisdom salt baths(daily, or every other day?) & How often did you feed Betta during those 2 months?

    • @feralon9570
      @feralon9570 11 місяців тому

      @@L3TITBE, Daily baths, no more than two. I fed her once per day, but small amounts. 1 TBS epsome salt per gallon of water.

  • @jamiehaycix8407
    @jamiehaycix8407 3 роки тому +1

    IV always used table salt an always works one or to tea spoon gose into a cup of tank water let is fade away then put it in the tank works better then most treatment in the shops 👍

  • @t_MattMan
    @t_MattMan 2 роки тому +1

    You are awesome! I really like how down to earth you are and your honesty. It's refreshing to hear advice from an expert who also maintains a level of humbleness, too. I'm now subscribed to your channel and when I have the extra money (this 8% inflation is such a b*tch) I will also join as a monthly member. Thank-you for the free advice and for being an awesome person. I look forward to learning more from you in the future. Namaste, sir!

  • @raychelwoodhams-vasquez6731
    @raychelwoodhams-vasquez6731 3 роки тому +1

    This is awesome.... I have been using salt for my Black Moor. She has a couple white spots and it's been great...

  • @ChrisWhite.fishing
    @ChrisWhite.fishing Рік тому +1

    Have had aquarium for 27 years, just added my first teaspoon of super basic - you can tell is straight out of the ground - kitchen salt.
    In short: you don’t need salt, unless you are sophisticated enough and decide to play with it.

  • @18Naomibrown
    @18Naomibrown 2 роки тому +2

    Can Himalayan salt be used? (Pink natural rock salt)

  • @letstalkaquariums1837
    @letstalkaquariums1837 3 роки тому +1

    I been using table salt since i got into the hobby.i never had a problem but i switched to aquarium salt recently

    • @thatoneguy12986
      @thatoneguy12986 3 роки тому

      It's the same thing. aquarium salt is non-iodized salt. Both are sodium chloride. Pickling salt is the same thing.

  • @cynthiadavis9589
    @cynthiadavis9589 Рік тому

    Hey John...I love salt period!!! Aquarium salt rocks!! Thank you for sharing your intelligence!!! Much love!

  • @vidili68
    @vidili68 Рік тому

    Hi there
    I've been using table salt over 40 years have a good day

  • @AnthonyPerez-go5gg
    @AnthonyPerez-go5gg 2 роки тому +2

    Love your videos only thing I don't like is finding out that everything I've been doing for all these years is wrong but it works for me and it's a hard thing to change my fish seem happy I hardly ever lose one but I do mainly during water changes

  • @zacharysprague3872
    @zacharysprague3872 3 роки тому +1

    Hey KG topicals, you should have talked about how if you have a zeolite mixed media you shouldn't use salt as the salt will potentially release the ammonia back into the water column

  • @aubreym3315
    @aubreym3315 3 роки тому +1

    I usually use it for meds. And to me it works. Do tablespoon per 3 gallon. I use Epson salt the plain no scented.

  • @rovillewenaden4111
    @rovillewenaden4111 2 роки тому

    thanx guyz, you really helped me understand the basics .... as i faced these issues and lost 100 s of fish in the past week, so now um aware...... thanx again

    • @thomaxtube
      @thomaxtube 6 місяців тому

      @@Lookin4LoveInAllTheWrongPlaces
      I don’t do water changes, I don’t use filters, just an airstone for 30min/ day to move the water.
      the secret to this is living plants everywhere ! plenty inside the water and suitable house plants growing out of the water, nitrites 0 phosphate almost 0 nitrate very low and I need to add some occasionally.
      moderate stocking of fish, and living microorganisms from nearby pond.
      It’s a nice hobby without toil- if approached in more holistic ways..

  • @adalberto.valdez
    @adalberto.valdez 3 роки тому +5

    Yes and no haha. I’m adding right now to help my orandas with ich plus ich-x, but small amounts as I have plants. But I agree it’s a must have

    • @jg7589
      @jg7589 3 роки тому +1

      I have a 30gal. And a few plants how much would you cut that 1/4 cup

    • @adalberto.valdez
      @adalberto.valdez 3 роки тому

      @@jg7589 I’d do a tablespoon or half. I did a tablespoon for my 40g, as I figured a little was better than nothing. All my tanks are planted, so I go with less to be on the safe side, but still add some

  • @_F0XTR0T
    @_F0XTR0T 3 роки тому +2

    Can you do a video on microorganisms, parasites and other tiny life in the aquarium.. beneficial or not! I was really caught off guard by copepods!

  • @brianalvarado2484
    @brianalvarado2484 3 роки тому +4

    I love aquarium salt in my non planted tanks. I would never consider trying any table salts lol like you said the cost isn’t to different. Next video should be how to effectively use aquarium salt in a planted tank with out over doing it, or details about what plants are more sensitive to aquarium salt than others.. idk lol sorry just random thoughts

    • @I-P-777
      @I-P-777 3 роки тому

      i actually just use regular table salt..

    • @sandidsaman7723
      @sandidsaman7723 2 роки тому

      @@I-P-777 so ?how is the result?

  • @trevorwillis8131
    @trevorwillis8131 2 роки тому +1

    Just a little useful information I picked up about using salts personally I use plain Epsom salts I desolve in a bucket using a small amount of hot water or the fish try to eat it. Don't use salts if u are running activated carbon in your filter, only use one or the other. I like to cycle salt and carbon from time to time but generally if my fish are not showing injuries or scale damage I stick to carbon. If I see a fish or two that have had a fight and have a hazy eye or scale damage I remove the carbon and use Epsom salts till recovered. It definitely works. My tank is 300litre so I generally add about a tablespoon when I do a water change.

    • @diannaleigh9914
      @diannaleigh9914 2 роки тому

      What is 390 liters? I am American

    • @diannaleigh9914
      @diannaleigh9914 2 роки тому

      I have a fish that may have fish bladder abs need to treat ASAP so this may come too late.

  • @chuxtuff
    @chuxtuff Рік тому

    I bought a small box of Morton Kosher salt the other day. I was getting ready to put some in my tank when I saw on the label that "this salt contained anti caking ingredients". So I went to their website and sure enough their Kosher salt contains some anti caking agents. What I found interesting was the warning on the website that if it's used underwater it can affect plants negatively though they didn't mention aquariums specifically. So my local Petco is unbelievably out of aquarium salt so I ordered some through the big box store and purchased one of those Lee's small plastic hang on the aquarium convalescent tanks while I was at it. Anyway I've kept aquariums and fish for 30 years and I've always added a small amount of aquarium salt to them. I never had any sick fish and in fact they died from old age and I've always felt the addition of aquarium salt was part of the reason why...

  • @chrstopherthomas6952
    @chrstopherthomas6952 3 роки тому +12

    I've been in the hobby 40+ years. I have always used salt. Knowing it gets removed with water changes. Its an easy thing. It has it's purpose. I'm out right now and want some for my newest tank.

    • @lisarandall3278
      @lisarandall3278 3 роки тому

      I've just started up again n tbh I never knew about adding salt to fresh water. I'm intrigued. Should I add it to my tanks? Many thanks xx

    • @chrstopherthomas6952
      @chrstopherthomas6952 3 роки тому +2

      @@lisarandall3278 you can but you don't have to. I like to use it in a new tank. Or when fish get ick. I have doubled the dose and raise the temperature for ick. Remember water changes removes the salt. Or will at least lower the level of it. Good luck. 🤘

  • @valsarte
    @valsarte 7 місяців тому

    watching you for a long in your numerous videos sometime over and over again and again but its only now I subscribed.

  • @antonyroshan4409
    @antonyroshan4409 2 роки тому +5

    How often does one need to use aquarium salt for general water conditioning purposes (not for any treatment)?

  • @steveasti5041
    @steveasti5041 3 роки тому +6

    Any thoughts on using salt in a planted aquarium?

    • @radiantpudding4457
      @radiantpudding4457 3 роки тому +1

      for most plants you want to keep salinity low. less than 2tps per gallon which doesn't treat a lot of issues. There are some brackish water plants that can handle higher salt load but they need to be slowly acclimated.

  • @phoebeh3watkins464
    @phoebeh3watkins464 3 роки тому

    if i am at the pet store and remember to buy the salt it is like the bigger pieces .. i take a Table spoon of salt put it in a half cup of very hot water to dissolve it set it aside until i clean the tank .. but my tank is 29 gal . so i don't need to move the monster hoses out . ! once i get the tank cleaned plastic plants work best for me . i have to fill a bucket up and take it to the tank , carefully add water and salt mixture . repeat adding water until your tank is full . if you take 3 buckets out you put 3 buckets in . i don't put salt in every time only if one of my fish are not acting right . i f that doesn't help i put her in a separate tank sometimes it is just stress . i do a partial change on the 29 gal to get some of the salt out . i pay a lot of attention to the one fish to make sure there is no disease .. if after 2 weeks if she is better i put her back in the 29. gal she mixes right in with them . a lot of work but i love my fish !

  • @jimcarnese2974
    @jimcarnese2974 3 роки тому +1

    John great info but I wish you would have touched base on plants,inverts and scaleless fish and salt

  • @pinrainbow6994
    @pinrainbow6994 3 роки тому +1

    Great video. I agree , salt does heal minor nibs and prevent infection. In my tank I have 3 guppies and 3 glo tetra , one tetra is a bully and constantly attacking playful guppies. Few days ago I see a tear on one of my guppy like she has two tails, I put salt in it and separated bully glo out from the rest of the fish and guppy healed his tail back to normal. Now here in Canada they don’t take fish back due to COViD and I am not going to let fish free anywhere so I had to invest in another aquarium to keep glo fish separately from guppy aquarium until I figure out how to keep harmony in between as I can afford only one aquarium tank

  • @ddbear8786
    @ddbear8786 4 місяці тому +1

    Does adding aquarium salt to a freshwater tank have any negative effect on beneficial bacteria and the biofilter? This question is why I have stayed away from salt, unless I can be reassured the biofilter will remain strong.

  • @manuelamarinello3651
    @manuelamarinello3651 3 роки тому +2

    I have a planted tank with ranchu and nerite and it has API aquarium salt in it.

  • @rozlynjones4021
    @rozlynjones4021 Рік тому

    I thought I knew something, so I did something, then I did even more enjoyable research and now I have to do a water change.
    And I feel like that is the humorous side of fish keeping in a nutshell.

  • @sudarshanbanerjee5455
    @sudarshanbanerjee5455 3 роки тому

    NICELY ILLUSTRATED AND HONEST CONCLUSIONS
    ANYWAYS LOVE FROM INDIA 🇮🇳

  • @gdorfxoxo9657
    @gdorfxoxo9657 2 роки тому

    I keep it around but haven't had to use it yet. Just make sure you keep up on your water and you wont have too many problems. I do top off with Dasani water sometimes though and that does have salt in it

  • @stevennguyen9152
    @stevennguyen9152 2 роки тому +1

    When using Aquarium salt to treat a sick fish, when temperatures water do you use? Do you raise it up?

  • @garyfredrick6789
    @garyfredrick6789 3 роки тому

    Where I live in Canada the aquarium salt is 14 dollars for a small container. So I use pickeling salt which is about 2 dollars for a large bag. I've been in the hobby for over 55 years.

  • @seemantinimahendrakar7120
    @seemantinimahendrakar7120 3 роки тому +3

    I use rock salt and I haven't seen my fish sick for a long time. Before, my fish used to die due to ich or parasites but because of the salt, its not my concern anymore.

  • @willp942
    @willp942 3 роки тому +5

    How does a normal amount of aquarium salt affect plants, snails and shrimp?

  • @stewartrood3633
    @stewartrood3633 2 роки тому

    I have discus with no salt in my aquarium however I do believe that salt is beneficial in an isolation tank. As you say each to their own. I enjoy very much your videos sometimes agreeing with you and sometimes not.

  • @noahmorris5139
    @noahmorris5139 2 роки тому

    New fish owner here and I literally ONLY trust you and your videos. Thanks a lot bro

  • @devin5381
    @devin5381 2 місяці тому

    I have an 1,100 gallon tank with koi and goldfish. How much salt would you recommend me adding? Enjoy your channel, thank you.

  • @topfloorstudio2684
    @topfloorstudio2684 2 роки тому

    You have a 360 gallon aquarium *UPSTAIRS?* lol ,you must have an *I* beam directly under that tank or something. I've had 125 longs & a 120 reef upstairs before so I've ran heavy tanks. Love the vids man

  • @betsybenson6417
    @betsybenson6417 2 роки тому

    I used Morton’s kosher non iodized salt in my 3.5 gallon tank about once a month and it’s never hurt any of the male bettas I’ve kept since 2003

  • @ReaperDan88
    @ReaperDan88 3 роки тому +1

    I love your guys' vids its nice to watch 'em when sick and stuck at home keep up the great work, Also my brother absolutely LOVES your videos his names Ivan Felix. I honestly think its your videos that got him into the hobby!

  • @Sandman3136
    @Sandman3136 3 роки тому +5

    I've always added salt with every water change on my African Cichlid Tanks.

    • @aaronwood3540
      @aaronwood3540 3 роки тому +2

      Do you treat the tank again or just treat what you took out. Example: if you have a 55 gallon tank, when you do a 50% water change, do you treat back for 55 gallon or just the 20 or so you changed out?

    • @Sandman3136
      @Sandman3136 3 роки тому +1

      @@aaronwood3540 I only treat the new water that I'm putting in.

    • @aaronwood3540
      @aaronwood3540 3 роки тому +1

      Ok thank you. That's how I did it. New with the salt thing in fresh water but I can definitely tell a difference in how the fish act. Certainly seem to feel better. Thanks again.

    • @GaZaGaMer1876
      @GaZaGaMer1876 3 роки тому +1

      Me too ever water change I add salt

    • @tabmost
      @tabmost Рік тому

      Is salt good in a tank with fry?

  • @Mary-qs8hr
    @Mary-qs8hr 3 роки тому +1

    Please make a video about Brackish tanks !! I keep one and would love to see what kind of fish or plants you recommend

  • @larrycopeland1
    @larrycopeland1 3 роки тому +2

    Can I add salt in my filter? Will it still do the same as if I put it in the tank directly, and how much in a 55 gallon tank would you recommend? Thanks

  • @dattolala2009
    @dattolala2009 3 роки тому +6

    Table salt does not effect your fish.
    Its same as aquarium salt.
    I use table salt and its good.

    • @jaydeef5187
      @jaydeef5187 3 роки тому

      No it's not. Table salt contains iodine and isn't good for fish tanks.

    • @dattolala2009
      @dattolala2009 2 роки тому

      @@jaydeef5187 it works for me .
      For well water.

  • @Grayson_Paris
    @Grayson_Paris 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks bro! I was just about to add salt to my tanks

  • @tallterrilaw8646
    @tallterrilaw8646 Рік тому

    I've used kosher salt and epson salt whatever I have that's pure sodium chloride. Rule of thumb is 1 tablespoon per every 5 gallons of water. So for a 20 gallon tank that's 4 tablespoons. I ran out of kosher salt so used the epson when I run out of that I may use my Dead Sea salt. As long as it's pure sodium chloride it's fine from what I've learned.

  • @tett4486
    @tett4486 2 роки тому

    Hello guys. Thank you for amazing video but still have some questions. 1. Can I use salt for everyday or just for treatment. 2 can I add salt in planted aquarium with fish.

  • @Blshsj
    @Blshsj 3 роки тому +7

    i dont use salt because corydoras are sensitive to it

    • @Micahmancer
      @Micahmancer 3 роки тому

      I didnt know this!!! Thank you!!!

    • @Lookin4LoveInAllTheWrongPlaces
      @Lookin4LoveInAllTheWrongPlaces 3 роки тому

      I have corydoras, a couple plecos along with other fish in one of my setups and I use aquarium salt. But very minimal. I am only about 7 months into the hobby. I have learned a lot, but still have a lot to learn.

  • @ottojones591
    @ottojones591 3 роки тому +6

    What’s the difference between marine salt, aquarium salt, and epsom salt?

    • @MockingByrd97
      @MockingByrd97 3 роки тому +9

      Here’s what I know: Epsom salt is magnesium sulfate, used for treating bloating and constipation. Marine salt has everything a saltwater tank needs to mimic ocean water, so high levels of calcium, magnesium, alkalinity etc. Standard aquarium salt is table salt without additives. It’s only sodium chloride. I hope that helps :)

    • @kalebpiper8107
      @kalebpiper8107 3 роки тому +3

      Epsom salt is magnesium sulfate which can act like a laxative. Aquarium salt as far as I know is processed in such a way that you can use it in your freshwater aquarium without fear of poisoning your fish (it's like the kosher salt of fishkeeping). Marine salt is salt I'd assume is to replicate ocean water.

    • @faizalarief3418
      @faizalarief3418 3 роки тому +1

      marine salt is like mimicry of sea water, aquarium salt commonly use for fresh water, epsom salt if u have discus or other fish with bloating problem.. it helps with their constipation...

  • @jamesson6623
    @jamesson6623 3 роки тому

    In our place we use tap water(chlorinated) then do 50% waterchanges..then add salt..no anti chlorine or water conditioners

  • @mylesw3909
    @mylesw3909 6 місяців тому

    This was great and well put together

  • @stateniland
    @stateniland 3 роки тому +1

    How often should I add salt?

  • @SweetnessMechanics
    @SweetnessMechanics 3 роки тому +4

    I cured my injured molly fish (it has been bullied) by puting a pinch of table salt while it is inside my hospital tank. All you need to do is not to put a lot of table salt (1 table spoon per 10 gallon will do). Hope this help you, Guys! Happy fish keeping! ♥️

    • @ChessArmyCommander
      @ChessArmyCommander 3 роки тому +1

      The directions on mine says one rounded tablespoon for every five gallons.

  • @Siforce
    @Siforce 3 роки тому +1

    i used to use salt for food and it good

  • @melintondadivas8420
    @melintondadivas8420 3 роки тому +2

    I put table salt to treat my betta's fin rot and it works ☺️

  • @jimharrow8104
    @jimharrow8104 3 роки тому +1

    Does salt have a negative effect on live aquarium plants ???

    • @thenstarve7084
      @thenstarve7084 3 роки тому

      a lot of plants and snails dont work well with salt. i’d look it up

    • @plantedlife
      @plantedlife 3 роки тому

      Stem plants don't like salt very much. 1 tbsp per 4 gallons killed my bacopa. My dwarf sag aren't too happy with salt either. Funnily enough, my cabomba thrives

  • @givemetruth4310
    @givemetruth4310 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much. This is a great video, very informative and on time. I just purchased aquarium salt but I was scared to use it. You have eased my mind about it. I have a tetra with full blown wool cotton disease and a swordtail with possible signs of wool cotton disease starting on it's tail. I will use my salt. I just subscribed to you! =-)

  • @wasemdds
    @wasemdds 2 роки тому

    "better to have it not need it then to need it and not have it"
    Thank you soo much