I'm considering switching to a kalkwasser drip to maintain my Calcium and Alkalinity levels but the pH in my tank runs around 8.1-8.3 already. If I start adding kalkwasser will it cause my pH to go too high?
Also if I understand it how it works correctly for the kalkwasser to increase alkalinity the hydroxide has to combine with carbon dioxide in the tank. If my pH is already at a reasonable level does that mean I have a lower amount of carbon dioxide in the tank and the kalkwasser won't raise alkalinity as effectively?
Also if I understand it how it works correctly for the kalkwasser to increase alkalinity the hydroxide has to combine with carbon dioxide in the tank. If my pH is already at a reasonable level does that mean I have a lower amount of carbon dioxide in the tank and the kalkwasser won't raise alkalinity as effectively?