Algae in the aquarium is not pretty. They can inhibit the growth of aquatic plants. They also have a long-term negative effect on the biological balance of the aquarium. People often change both the water and the filter. Too much water change leads to algae, but there is a simple way to control algae: Tetra AlguMin. Below you can read our review of this algae control agent.
If you often suffer from algae explosions and don’t know what to do about it, AlguMin can be the solution. Tetra, the makers of this product, describe it as “ an optimal treatment for all types of algae ”. They state that thanks to the liquid formula and highly active ingredients, the product is optimally distributed in your aquarium water.
The advantages of AlguMin
We tried AlguMin and we immediately noticed that AlguMin is a fast-acting water agent. It only takes a few days to see the first results. This is due to its unique formula. It works fast and shows amazing results. AlguMin also helps fight almost all types of algae. So regardless of the pest, it will be dealt with in a timely manner (which, as we said earlier, can be up to 2 days).
There is another small and handy advantage: you can use the cap to measure your dosage instead of guessing or using measuring cups.
Another advantage of AlguMin is that it is available in 3 quantities:
- 100ml for 200 liters of water;
- 250ml for 500 liters of water;
- 500ml for 1000 liters of water.
It is said that this is the best way to control algae. With different sizes offered, you can always choose how much AlguMin you want.
Now let’s summarize all the positives:
- AlguMin works fast. It takes up to 2 days to see full results.
- The cap has a built-in measure for dosing.
- AlguMin is available in three quantities.
- It is a quick and easy way to control all types of algae.
It is important to keep in mind that AlguMin kills algae. This causes a shortage of oxygen. Make sure you have an air pump to fix this problem.
Possible Disadvantages of AlguMin
AlguMin is a nice product, but this does not mean that you should neglect your aquarium. You still need to properly maintain your aquarium.
As always, people don’t like to add chemicals to their aquariums. AlguMin is no different. It may make you hesitant, but most of the time everything will be fine. Read the instructions carefully beforehand.
While AlguMin is safe for fish, it is not safe for shrimp. Remove your shrimp to a separate container if using AlguMin.
A colleague of ours told us that there was a case where the water turned a little brown during use. However, he was the only one with this problem. He also said that after three days everything cleared up. If necessary, you can repeat the process after 4 weeks.
So, here are all the negatives we noticed:
- AlguMin is not safe for shrimp.
- Not suitable for saltwater aquariums.
Now, for the important part of the AlguMin review:
Do we recommend AlguMin?
The answer is yes.
It is:
- Easy to use;
- works fast;
- helps in no time;
- usable for various sizes of pests;
- shows fast results.
The most important thing is that you use AlguMin correctly. Only then is the product harmless to fish, micro-organisms and plants.
How do you use AlguMin?
Using AlguMin is quite simple. It usually comes down to reading and waiting for the product to do its job. As always, follow the instructions. The recommended dose is 5 ml per 10 liters of aquarium water.
- Read the box to learn how to use AlguMin safely.
- Fill the cap of the bottle: 5 ml per 10 liters of water.
- Wait up to 2 days to see the results.
With that in mind, we just want to emphasize a few extra things:
- Do not expose the product to sunlight.
- Activated carbon filter can reduce efficiency
- Turn off the UV sanitizer.
- Aeration is necessary.
- It is desirable to remove dead algae mechanically.
