Live rock addition

[sufunk]

Have a 36g tank set up for about 14 months. Has only about 30lbs of live rock. I want to add about 30-40 more pounds. Is it bad to add it all at once. Its like 5-7 pieces, can i put them all in at once or is it safer to get it in increments?

 

[drew2005]

Its ok to add it all at once as long as its fully cured. If the LR was shipped to you then some die-off has occured and it needs to be cured.

 

[sufunk]

im getting it from lfs, how do i know if its fully cured?

 

[drew2005]

I wouldnt take a chance. Cure it anyway just to be sure. Especially if you have livestock in the tank.

 

[sufunk]

dumb question but how do i cure it?

 

[taz_12777]

Get a plastic tub that will hold the rock. Get a power head for ciculation and a heater to keep it warm, Add salt water to the tub with the other items and wait. Check water readings and if there is no spikes add to your tank.