I do run a DSB. On occasion when ready to do a WC I sometimes push it out of the way to use my scrub pad for a whiter sand bed look around the edges only.
It does put a little cloudiness in the water column but I am to the ready to pump out ~15g. The water is soon clear due to temporary insert of filter floss then the protein skimmer finishes it off.
I use Stability after every water change. I'm not saying this is 100% the right thing to do when it comes to water chemistry but I do only the edges around the tank and it works for me.
My nitrates stay at ~5.
I see some differences of opinion which is to be expected and I believe we know our tanks and what might be right for some is not right for others.
I respect everyone's reason not to do so or to do so. Personal choice for whatever reason.
It does put a little cloudiness in the water column but I am to the ready to pump out ~15g. The water is soon clear due to temporary insert of filter floss then the protein skimmer finishes it off.
I use Stability after every water change. I'm not saying this is 100% the right thing to do when it comes to water chemistry but I do only the edges around the tank and it works for me.
My nitrates stay at ~5.
I see some differences of opinion which is to be expected and I believe we know our tanks and what might be right for some is not right for others.
I respect everyone's reason not to do so or to do so. Personal choice for whatever reason.