nitrate control for corals

[Dynamox]

Bruh, just add more live rock. The bacteria will handle it. No need to overcomplicate things.

Live rock helps, but it's not a magic bullet. If your bioload's high, bacteria alone won't keep up. What's your fish stock like?

[SunDay]

Exactly. Also, test your source water. Sometimes the nitrates are coming from there. I've seen tap water with 10 ppm straight outta the faucet.

[reelz]

Good point. I use RODI with a 0 TDS reading, but my buddy had nitrate issues from his well water. Dawnly, you on city or well?

[dawnly]

City water, but I run it through RODI. Just checked the TDS, and it's at 1 ppm, so that's probably not the issue. Gonna try the increased water changes and cut back on feeding.

[Ravenox7]

Solid plan. Keep us posted. If that doesn't cut it, we can brainstorm other options. Your Acros will thank you.