reybie

Is this normal, I got some buildup in my TE mix. I used RO water to make the solution. Any concerns with this gunk at the bottom of the bottle? I used CSM+B btw.

 

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Engold

Did this occur while you where mixing it or did it occur later? If it occurred later - this could be mold forming.

reybie

It was after the mixture was about 3-4 days old. If this is mold, what's the fix?

Engold

I had this problem as well, after I make the new solution---- I stored it in my frig.

Later!

cfreeman

Hello,

I experienced the same problem the first time I made a stock solution of CSM+B. To resolve this, I did two things. First, I used hot water (just shy of boiling) for mixing the solution. Next, I added a few drops of Malachite Green to the solution. The stock I use is relatively concentrated, so I only get a fraction of a drop of the Malachite Green each time I dose. Anyway, since making these two changes I have never again experienced the problem of buildup in my TE mixes. I hope this helps.

reybie

Thanks guys. I'll try the Malachite Green in my solution next time. Storing it in the fridge is kind of inconvenient... and dangerous LOL.

hoppycalif

I hear it makes good salad dressing

DaveS

Storing in the fridge is inconvenient for me as well, but it is the only way I have found to keep mold from forming in a short period of time. I have even tried adding several drops of anti-fungal medication to the solution, but whatever that mold is, it doesn't mind the meds one bit! What I do now is store most of the TE mix in the fridge, but keep about 5 days worth in a small bottle closer to the tanks. Any more than a weeks worth will grow mold for me every time at room temps.

Dave

Engold

You can always buy a digital scale (look for one in Ebay, cost you about 14 bucks) and add the ferts (1st dissolve in water)

Later!

 

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