I've had my tropical tank for a while now and have recently put some pieces of Bogwood in there. As advised by my local fish shop i let them soak for a few days, then put them in the tank. Since putting them in the tank the water discolours and turns a minging yellow colour! Any ideas how to get rid of the discolour?? I've done a half water change and it was ok for about a week or so, then went back to as it was!

Help!!

Chris

 

No foolproof way Chris, bogwood will stain the water for months, if not forever to some extent, but it does thin down as the months go on. The better option, whilst not much use to you after the event, is Mopani wood, this is dye free and doesnt leach at all, although it is about 50% more expensive again.

 

as above its what i did kept weekly water changes and in time it got better but does take time but its worth it as it provides good cover and looks good

 

Ah right cool cheers! I didnt know if it was worth taking them out of the tank and pressure washing them to speed the process up?

Chris

 

lmao,....

last night i threw a fuck off big fucker log in mine,,...

looks sweet,....

but water has discoloured,....a pal did the same about 2 weeks ago, and his water is crystal again now...
so hopefully, it should only be a couple of weeks,....will keep you posted

carl