Question: Adjusting GH and KH

Kerry M

Kerry M

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Hi there

I have tested for GH and KH.
I am very new to this so would appreciate any assistance from those with experience.

My GH reading is 4
My KH reading is 2

PH 7.2; Ammonia 0, Nitrite 0, Nitrate 20.

I assume that I may need to raise GH and KH. My little axie looks a bit unhappy (his gills have been a bit forward and there is no water flow concerns) so I thought my levels may be a bit low.

I have some Epson salts handy but don't want to start using them without guidance.

?
 
So I see that my GH is 71.6 ppm and my KH is 35.8 ppm.
I really don't know what that all means yet.
 
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