dirt on my rocks??!!

renaldz · #1 (**permalink**) 01-05-2006, 01:17 AM

hello to everyone!!
First time on this forum and hopefully not my last!

my question is is that on all of my live rock i seem to have a lot of dirt/dust/waste like bits! it is really making the tank look unsightly and was wondering what i could do!
more hermits?? if so which 1's???

cheers
renaldz

SLCW · #2 (**permalink**) 02-05-2006, 07:56 PM

hello,

u can use a pump or powerhead and blow at the LR occassionally to remove the debris.

u can also siphon out the dirt when u perform your water changes.

it is ok to have so dirt.

hilk · #3 (**permalink**) 01-06-2006, 04:26 PM

hi.. try this DIY Siphoning Algae Brush
using toobrush & airtube to make a brush ...

http://saltaquarium.about.com/gi/dyn...diy%2Fdiy.html

kenkht · #4 (**permalink**) 05-06-2006, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by renaldz

hello to everyone!!
First time on this forum and hopefully not my last!

my question is is that on all of my live rock i seem to have a lot of dirt/dust/waste like bits! it is really making the tank look unsightly and was wondering what i could do!
more hermits?? if so which 1's???

cheers
renaldz

Your tank must be new, right?

I think its diatoms, always happens to new setup rich in waste products (nitrate and phosphate) and inadequate light.

Most of the time, just be patient. Give it a stronger and thorough water circulation and lighting not below 6500K and it should go away on its own.

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