Hi, I want to replace my regular pool filter sand with either Eco Complete or Seachem flouriute substrate. In doing this task, will fully replacing teh substrate harm the fish at all? Do i need to rinse the new plant specific substrate or is it ok to just dump it all in? And also, I know it has minerals and fertilizer stuff in it, but how long does that last for before the plants use it all up? Thanks!
Replacing with Seachem Flourite Substrate or equivalent
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You do not rinse ecocomplete at all. Flourite you need to rinse the bejeezus out of and it will still be cloudy for awhile. As long as you tank has been established for awhile, your filter should be able to handle the switch of the substrate (good bacteria wise). If you are concerned, you could always put some of the sand in a filter sock to hang in the discharge of the filter for awhile or remove your substrate in sections.
