{"product_id":"aqua-perfect-ph-up-200g","title":"Aqua Perfect PH Up 200g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAqua Perfect PH Up 200g\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAqua Perfect PH Up\u003c\/strong\u003e is a pond pH-raising conditioner for koi keepers who want to keep their water close to the level koi are naturally suited to. This 200 g pack treats 10,000 litres of pond water, so it suits keepers whose water has drifted too acidic or become unstable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy pH Balance Matters for Koi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorrect pH is essential for the health, colour and overall well-being of koi. Koi have an average blood pH of approximately 7.4, so pond water is best kept as close to that figure as possible to support normal biological functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSudden or extreme swings in pH, especially outside the safe range of 6.5 to 9.0, can put koi under significant stress. Prolonged exposure to unstable or incorrect pH may contribute to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeakened immunity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced appetite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased susceptibility to disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps raise and balance pond pH when levels have fallen out of the acceptable 6.5 to 9.0 range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports stable water conditions, which helps reduce stress on your koi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps protect colour: low pH works against Hi (red patterns) and Sumi (black pigmentation), leaving them dull, weak and faded over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports long-term pond health and the vitality of your fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne 200 g pack covers 10,000 litres of pond water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow pH and Koi Colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcidic water is particularly hard on koi coloration. With low pH, the Hi (red pattern) and Sumi (black) do not stay as strong and tend to fade as time goes by. If pH is not properly balanced, even high-quality koi can gradually lose their vibrant appearance. Keeping pH well balanced lets koi thrive and supports strong colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e200 g treats 10,000 litres (2,642 gal) of pond water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoi ponds where pH has dropped or fluctuates outside the 6.5 to 9.0 range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeepers who want to protect the Hi and Sumi patterns of their koi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePonds of up to 10,000 litres per 200 g pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack size: 200 g (7 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreats: 10,000 litres (2,642 gal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAverage koi blood pH: approximately 7.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe pond pH range for koi: 6.5 to 9.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAqua Perfect PH Up, 200 g (7 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much pond water does one 200 g pack treat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n200 g treats 10,000 litres of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat pH should my koi pond be?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nKoi have an average blood pH of about 7.4, so water close to that level is ideal. The acceptable range is 6.5 to 9.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens if pond pH swings outside the safe range?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDrastic fluctuations outside 6.5 to 9.0 can stress koi. Over time, unstable pH may lead to weakened immunity, reduced appetite, poor growth and a higher susceptibility to disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan low pH affect the colour of my koi?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Low pH has a negative impact on Hi (red pattern) and Sumi (black), which tend to fade as time goes by. Balanced pH helps support strong colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I use a pH-raising product?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUse one when your pond water pH has drifted outside the acceptable range, or fluctuates drastically. 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