first steps

[cjb82]

I'm looking to add my first coral and I'm looking for advice on what additives I need and what to test for besides cal. I want to take it slow and do it the correct way?

 

[shanev]

A couple of things to note.
IMO You should never add any additive that you can not test for, it btings in too many unknowns and you could possible add WAY more than you ever need in the first place.
That being said I dont dose anything. I got my ph/alk/ and calcium where I want them and I drip Kalk to maintain those levels. Occasionally I add some magnisium, but it is far and few between, and could probally be eliminated if I did more water changes.
For Kalk info look for a thread title "Ok all you Kalk users" by Thomas for a alot of good info.

 

[cjb82]

What are some good starter corals,
55gal
220 pc lights
2 maxi jet 900

 

[jonthefb]

mushrooms, button polyps and soft corals are usually reccommended for beginners!
good lcuk
jon