- Mix Teco Marine Sea Salt with reverse osmosis or distilled water for optimal results. Tap water can be used, but it must be treated with a high quality dechlorinator, such as TECO Marine Water Conditioner, prior to use.
- Stir vigorously to thoroughly mix salt and water. Although the solution can be used immediately after mixing, we suggest that you aerate the water with an air pump to adequately oxygenate the water prior to use.
- Adjust salinity with an accurate hydrometer. Recommended specific gravity range: 1.020 to 1.023 at 75F (24 C). If specific gravity is too low, add more Teco Maine Sea Salt. If too high, add more dechlorinated water.
- Tightly reseal bucket to keep moisture out. Be sure to store remaining salt in cool dry place.
NEVER mix salt in an aquarium containing animals. In new aquariums, transfer animals to the aquarium only after salt is completely mixed, the solution aerated, and specific gravity adjusted correctly.
If mixing Teco Marine Sea salt in dechlorinated tap water that contains high levels of minerals, a white precipitate may develop while magnesium and calcium salts find ionic equilibrium. In most cases the salt will clear within an hour but may persist for longer periods of time depending on the hardness of the makeup water.
Water changes
We recommend monitoring your water parameters (nitrites, phosphates, alkalinity, and pH) and performing 25% water changes as necessary. To prepare small quantities of TECO Marine Sea Salt, use 1/2 cup (approximately 140 grams) of TECO Marine Sea Salt for each U.S. gallon of water (3.781 l). Mix as directed above.
