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    Jan 10, 2008, 03:23 PM
    Aquarium water hardness
    My aquarium water tests out as very hard. I use well water that is in an area known for lime content. I add water to the tank that has been run through a Brita filter. Can I use aquarium salt to soften the water?
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    Jan 10, 2008, 06:51 PM
    Aquarium salts also hardens water by raising the alkalinity levels.
    If you have a freshwater aquarium, it would be best not to use the freshwater aquarium salt as it will not soften the water.
    Happy Fishkeeping:)
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