PH question!

[killyah]

how do i raise the PH in my reef tank? also does Kent ph buffer raise the PH or lowers it?

 

[fshhub]

bufer wil probably raise it
you can get ph increasers, but before i would do that i would check the alkalinity and calcium, if they are not in line, it will be more difficult to get the ph to stabilize fro you at an accepatble level
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[kev]

Ok, ok, I know just about everyone here seems to use buffers or somethin to get their ph right. BUT, I've had GREAT sucess at keeping my ph stable at 8.2 with a product called proper ph 8.2. Its made by aquarium pharmaceuticals inc., and all you need to do is add the correct amount for your tank and you'll have a perfect ph of 8.2 for a month(you gotta add it to your RO water though too.) How easy is that?