NT Labs Foam Control 250ml

NT Labs Foam Control 250ml

NT Labs Foam Control is a pond treatment that breaks down unsightly foam and froth on the water's surface, which is caused by excess protein in the water. This 250 ml bottle suits pond keepers who want clearer, cleaner-looking water and better gas exchange. It is safe for all fish and for wildlife.

Key Benefits

• Breaks down foam and froth on the pond surface caused by excess protein in the water
• Improves gas exchange between the water and the air
• Helps maintain the correct pH
• Safe for all fish
• Safe for wildlife

When to Use

Use Foam Control when you notice unsightly foam and froth building up on your pond's surface and it is caused by excess protein in the water. It breaks the froth down, so the surface clears and oxygen and other gases can move more freely between the water and the air.

How to Use

• Shake the bottle well.
• Mix the correct dose in a clean bucket of pond water.
• Add the mixture gradually, pouring it evenly around the pond.
• If the foam persists, check your biological filtration using NT Labs Ammonia and Nitrite Test Kits and reduce feeding.
• You can also add Mature to boost filter activity and carry out a partial water change.

Dosage

10ml per 40 gallons (182 litres).

Suitable For

• Garden ponds with foam or froth on the surface caused by excess protein
• Ponds stocked with fish, as it is safe for all fish
• Ponds visited by wildlife, as it is wildlife safe

Specifications

• Dose rate: 10ml per 40 gallons (182 litres)
• Bottle size: 250ml
• Treatment capacity: treats 4550L

What's Included

• 1 x 250ml bottle (treats 4550L)

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes foam on my pond?
Foam and froth on the surface is caused by excess protein in the pond water. Foam Control breaks it down and improves gas exchange between the water and the air.

Is it safe for my fish and local wildlife?
Yes. It is labelled safe for all fish and safe for wildlife.

How much pond water does one bottle treat?
The 250ml bottle treats 4550L, at a dose of 10ml per 40 gallons (182 litres).

How do I add it to the pond?
Shake the bottle well and mix the correct dose into a clean bucket of pond water. Then pour it gradually and evenly around the pond.

The foam is still there after dosing. What should I do?
Check your biological filtration with NT Labs Ammonia and Nitrite Test Kits and reduce feeding. You can also add Mature to boost filter activity and do a partial water change.

Does it affect pond pH?
It helps maintain the correct pH while it breaks down the froth and improves gas exchange.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
• Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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