{"title":"Live Bacteria\/Aquarium Cycling","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"seachem-safe","title":"Seachem Safe – Concentrated Water Conditioner","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeachem Safe™ – Super Concentrated Dry Water Conditioner\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"432\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"150\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eSeachem\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e is a complete, super-concentrated \u003cstrong data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"219\"\u003edry aquarium water conditioner\u003c\/strong\u003e for both freshwater and marine systems. Designed for serious hobbyists, breeders, and fish stores, Safe™ removes chlorine and chloramine while detoxifying ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate — all without impacting pH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"596\"\u003eUnlike acidic conditioners, Safe™ is non-acidic and reef-safe, meaning it \u003cstrong data-start=\"508\" data-end=\"548\"\u003ewon’t over-activate protein skimmers\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it ideal for marine and reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"598\" data-end=\"601\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"639\"\u003e💧 Complete Tap Water Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"666\"\u003eSafe™ works instantly to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"876\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"706\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"706\"\u003eNeutralise \u003cstrong data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"706\"\u003echlorine \u0026amp; chloramine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"748\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"748\"\u003eDetoxify \u003cstrong data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"748\"\u003eammonia, nitrite \u0026amp; nitrate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"798\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"798\"\u003eRender nitrogen compounds temporarily non-toxic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"855\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"855\"\u003eAllow biological filtration to remove toxins naturally\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"876\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"876\"\u003eMaintain stable pH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"996\"\u003eIt can safely be used during \u003cstrong data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"923\"\u003etank cycling\u003c\/strong\u003e to reduce ammonia and nitrite toxicity while your biofilter establishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003e🧪 Ideal for Large Systems \u0026amp; Fish Rooms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003eBecause it’s a highly concentrated powder, Safe™ treats extremely large volumes of water with tiny doses — making it far more economical than liquid conditioners for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003eLarge aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eFish rooms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003eCommercial systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003eFrequent water changes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003eUse at start-up and whenever adding or replacing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003eFor transporting or quarantining fish, consider pairing with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003eStressGuard\u003c\/strong\u003e. When introducing new fish, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003eStability\u003c\/strong\u003e helps support biofilter establishment. Both are ideal companions to Safe™.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003e📏 Dosing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1619\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003eStandard Dose:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 mg per 100 L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003eRemoves 1 mg\/L chloramine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003eRemoves 1.4 mg\/L chlorine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003eDetoxifies 0.33 mg\/L ammonia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003ePractical Measure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003e200 mg (1 included scoop) per 200 L for chlorine\/chloramine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1815\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e200 mg per 50 L when detoxifying ammonia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1916\"\u003eAlways measure carefully due to its high concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1921\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"1950\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; 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Nitrite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"795\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"831\"\u003eReduces New Tank Syndrome Risk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"831\" data-end=\"834\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong data-start=\"836\" data-end=\"878\"\u003eSafe for Freshwater \u0026amp; Marine Aquariums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"881\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eIdeal for New Setups \u0026amp; After Filter Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"957\"\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"984\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"984\"\u003eCycling new aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003eAdding new fish safely\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003eAfter water changes or filter cleaning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003eEmergency ammonia spikes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003eUsing \u003cstrong data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003eAPI Quick Start\u003c\/strong\u003e helps create a stable biological filter faster, giving your fish a safer, healthier environment from day one.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Simply Fish","offers":[{"title":"Quick Start 118mL","offer_id":41905068015693,"sku":null,"price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Quick Start 237mL","offer_id":41905068048461,"sku":null,"price":42.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Quick Start 473mL","offer_id":42596467015757,"sku":null,"price":64.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/2180\/0269\/files\/KP26_b828b819-5fe9-4af8-b30b-412dade2a173.png?v=1751669397"},{"product_id":"seachem-prime","title":"Seachem Prime Aquarium Water Conditioner","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeachem Prime is a highly concentrated aquarium water conditioner for freshwater, saltwater and planted aquariums. Use Prime whenever adding tap water, setting up a new aquarium or dealing with an ammonia or nitrite emergency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrime removes chlorine and chloramine and detoxifies ammonia, nitrite and nitrate, helping protect fish while your biological filter processes these compounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Use Seachem Prime?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMakes tap water safe for aquarium use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemoves chlorine and chloramine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetoxifies ammonia, nitrite and nitrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for freshwater and saltwater aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill not affect aquarium pH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan be used during aquarium cycling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly concentrated and economical\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt Simply Fish, Prime is one of the first products we recommend for new and established aquariums. It is simple to use, extremely concentrated and provides additional protection beyond a basic dechlorinator.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeachem Prime Dosage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 mL of Seachem Prime for every 40 litres of new water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 mL for every 200 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen treating replacement water in a bucket, calculate the dose based on the amount of new water being added.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen adding Prime directly to the aquarium while refilling, calculate the dose based on the total aquarium volume.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Treatment Capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTreats Up To\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 mL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4,000 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e250 mL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10,000 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e325 mL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13,000 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e500 mL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20,000 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e80,000 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways follow the directions on the product label. In certain emergencies, Seachem permits higher doses, but the underlying cause of elevated ammonia or nitrite must still be corrected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen Should You Use Prime?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Seachem Prime:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring every aquarium water change\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen filling a new aquarium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen adding tap water directly to an aquarium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring fish-in cycling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen ammonia or nitrite is detected\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen transporting aquarium water or livestock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter an accidental exposure to untreated tap water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrime temporarily detoxifies ammonia, nitrite and nitrate rather than physically removing them. Your biological filter and water-change routine must still process or remove the underlying waste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhich Size Should You Choose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 mL:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Best for nano aquariums and smaller tanks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e250 mL or 325 mL:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A good general-purpose size for most home aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e500 mL:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Better value for larger aquariums, multiple tanks or frequent water changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 L:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Best for fish rooms, large systems and commercial aquarium maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy does Seachem Prime smell like sulphur?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrime naturally has a strong sulphur-like smell. This is normal and does not mean the product has expired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre black particles in the bottle normal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall black specks can occasionally appear in Prime and are considered normal by Seachem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes Prime remove ammonia from the aquarium?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrime does not physically remove ammonia. It binds or detoxifies it temporarily, allowing the aquarium’s biological filter time to process it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow long does Prime detoxify ammonia?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeachem states that Prime can bind ammonia, nitrite and nitrate for up to approximately 48 hours. Prime is an emergency safety measure, not a replacement for proper biological filtration and water changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Prime be used in saltwater aquariums?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. 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the waste produced by your livestock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't assume a tank is fully cycled simply because you've finished seven days of Stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Do I Use Seachem Stability?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShake well before use.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a new aquarium:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDose \u003cstrong\u003e5mL per 40 litres\u003c\/strong\u003e of aquarium water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays 2–7:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDose \u003cstrong\u003e5mL per 80 litres\u003c\/strong\u003e once per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor ongoing biological-filter support:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDose \u003cstrong\u003e5mL per 80 litres\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce per month\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a water change\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen adding new fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing medication\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter events that may have disrupted the biological filter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEasy Dosing Examples\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e40L Aquarium\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5mL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays 2–7:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5mL per day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e80L Aquarium\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10mL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays 2–7:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5mL per day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e100L Aquarium\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5mL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays 2–7:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.25mL per day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e200L Aquarium\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25mL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays 2–7:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5mL per day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e400L Aquarium\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50mL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays 2–7:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25mL per day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're unsure, slightly overestimating the Stability dose is generally far less concerning than underestimating the ammonia and nitrite in an uncycled aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich Bottle Size Should I Buy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the complete initial seven-day dosing programme, you will use approximately \u003cstrong\u003e0.5mL of Stability for every litre of aquarium volume\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes choosing a bottle pretty easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100mL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnough for the initial seven-day programme on approximately \u003cstrong\u003e200L of aquarium volume\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat for smaller aquariums or someone setting up one tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e250mL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnough for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e500L\u003c\/strong\u003e of initial cycling treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good choice for medium-sized aquariums or keeping some Stability on hand afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e325mL Limited Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnough for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e650L\u003c\/strong\u003e of initial cycling treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e500mL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnough for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1,000L\u003c\/strong\u003e of initial cycling treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood value for larger aquariums or customers who regularly use Stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnough for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e4,000L\u003c\/strong\u003e of initial cycling treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to multiple aquariums, fish rooms, commercial systems or customers who go through a significant amount of product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStability vs Prime – What's the Difference?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese two products are often bought together, but \u003cstrong\u003ethey do different jobs\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSeachem Prime\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrime is a concentrated water conditioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe use Prime primarily when adding tap water because it removes chlorine and chloramine and can temporarily detoxify ammonia and nitrite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSeachem Stability\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStability adds beneficial bacteria designed to help establish and support the biological filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA simple way to think about it is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrime = makes tap water safe and helps protect against toxic compounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStability = helps establish the bacteria that biologically process waste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a new freshwater aquarium, we very commonly use the two together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStability vs Seachem AmGuard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you already have a significant ammonia problem, Stability isn't necessarily the only product you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStability supports the biological bacteria that process ammonia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/simplyfish.store\/products\/seachem-amguard?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=amguard\u0026amp;_psid=703aed9d8\u0026amp;_ss=e\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeachem AmGuard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is specifically designed for emergency ammonia detoxification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your aquarium is showing measurable ammonia, test the water properly and address the cause rather than simply adding more bacteria and hoping for the best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere Should I Add Stability?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can dose Stability directly into the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a new filter or after filter maintenance, we also like getting some of the product into the area around the filter intake so water carrying the bacteria passes through the biological media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood biological filter media provides surface area for beneficial bacteria to colonise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I Turn Off My UV Steriliser?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're using Stability during the seven-day cycling programme, turn off UV sterilisation and ozone while dosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUV and ozone can kill or damage the bacteria you're trying to introduce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor routine Stability dosing after adding fish or performing a water change, Seachem recommends keeping UV\/ozone off for at least 24 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Stability Need to Be Refrigerated?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStability does \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e need refrigeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bacteria remain in a dormant state inside the bottle and become active after being introduced into the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore the bottle normally and keep the lid closed between uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I Overdose Stability?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStability has a very wide safety margin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeachem states that it is difficult to seriously overdose the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very large dose may occasionally contribute to a temporary bacterial bloom that makes the water appear cloudy, but this generally clears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat said, there's still no reason to waste product unnecessarily — follow the recommended dosing schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I Add Fish While Using Stability?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeachem states that livestock can be introduced while following the seven-day Stability dosing programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Simply Fish recommendation is still to use your test kit rather than relying entirely on the bottle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery aquarium is different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTank size, number of fish, filtration, feeding, temperature and existing bacterial population all affect how quickly the biological filter establishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticularly with a new aquarium, monitor ammonia and nitrite carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Long Does an Aquarium Take to Cycle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no exact number of days that applies to every aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeachem notes that many aquariums take roughly \u003cstrong\u003e4–6 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e to fully cycle even though the initial Stability dosing programme lasts seven days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's an important distinction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeven days of dosing does not automatically mean the aquarium has completed the nitrogen cycle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTest the water and let the aquarium tell you when the biological filter is ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSimply Fish Recommends\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStability is one of those products we keep coming back to because it's straightforward and useful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a new aquarium, our basic approach is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet up the aquarium and filtration correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition any tap water with \u003cstrong\u003eSeachem Prime\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd \u003cstrong\u003eSeachem Stability\u003c\/strong\u003e following the seven-day dosing programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the filter running continuously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTest ammonia and nitrite regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock the aquarium sensibly rather than adding a massive fish load overnight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue monitoring the aquarium as the biological filter matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe biggest mistake we see is customers thinking adding bottled bacteria means they never need to test their water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStability helps the cycle. Your test kit tells you what's actually happening.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe'd rather see a customer buy Stability and an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/simplyfish.store\/products\/api-freshwater-master-test-kit?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=ae2033f47\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAPI Freshwater Master Test Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e than blindly keep adding products…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Seachem Stability used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's used to help establish and support beneficial bacteria in the biological filter of freshwater and marine aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much Stability do I use on the first day?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse 5mL for every 40 litres of aquarium water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much do I use after day one?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor days 2–7, use 5mL for every 80 litres once daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Stability instantly cycle a fish tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo product should replace proper water testing. 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