{"product_id":"red-sea-coral-colors-b-potassium-500ml","title":"Red Sea Coral Colors B Potassium 500ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRed Sea Coral Colors B Potassium 500ml\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sea Coral Colors B Potassium 500ml\u003c\/strong\u003e is a marine conditioner that replenishes potassium and boron in coral aquariums, two elements corals need for moving nutrients around their tissue and for building their skeletons. It is a potassium and boron complex for reef keepers who test their water and want to keep these elements at optimal levels for soft corals and SPS corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplenishes potassium and boron in one complex, so both elements can be topped up together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotassium plays an essential role in transporting coral nutrients within the soft tissue, including the nutrients provided by the zooxanthellae.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotassium and boron significantly affect the alkalinity of a coral's soft tissue and the formation of aragonite in its skeleton.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotassium is related to the red chromo-proteins, which makes it relevant for reef keepers focused on coral colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuits both weekly dosing for soft corals and daily dosing for SPS corals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDose based on test results. Test the Color Elements and dose each supplement to bring it back to its optimal level. The routine depends on the type of coral you keep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft corals (weekly dosing):\u003c\/strong\u003e test the Color Elements every week and dose each supplement to replenish them to the optimal levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSPS corals (daily dosing):\u003c\/strong\u003e follow the step-by-step routine below.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaily dosing routine for SPS corals:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake sure all of the Color Elements are at optimal values.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRun the aquarium for 4 days at a stable salinity, compensating for evaporation daily, without adding any supplements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt the end of the 4 days, test the Color Elements and calculate the 4-day dosage of each supplement needed to replenish them to the optimal levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the 4-day dosage to the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide the 4-day dosage by 4 and use the result as the daily dosage for the next week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter a week of adding the daily dosage, test the Color Elements and calculate the adjusting dosage of each supplement needed to get back to optimal levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the adjusting dosage is significantly different from the previous daily dosage, increase or decrease the daily dosage as appropriate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the measured level of a specific element is above the optimal level, wait for the excess to be depleted before restarting daily supplementation with the amended daily dosage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep testing all of the elements every week and adjust the daily dosages as required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs your corals grow, or as you add or remove livestock, the uptake of these elements in your aquarium will gradually change. Keep a logbook of the weekly measurements and dosages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you miss one or more days of supplementing, add the complete amount you have missed, but do not exceed the maximum recommended daily increase for any of the elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoral aquariums and reef systems where potassium and boron need to be replenished.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft corals, using the weekly dosing method.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSPS corals, using the daily dosing method.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for use alongside regular testing of the Color Elements, so dosing can be matched to what your corals are actually using. Keep salinity stable and compensate for evaporation daily, especially during the 4-day baseline period in the SPS routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x 500 ml (17 fl oz) potassium and boron complex for coral aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Coral Colors B Potassium do in a reef tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt replenishes potassium and boron, which support nutrient transport within coral soft tissue and the formation of aragonite in the coral skeleton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I dose it for soft corals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTest the Color Elements every week and dose each supplement to bring it back to its optimal level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I set up daily dosing for SPS corals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nStart with all Color Elements at optimal values and run the tank for 4 days at stable salinity with no supplements. Test, calculate and add the 4-day dosage, then divide it by 4 for the daily dose over the following week. Retest after that week and adjust the daily dose if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if the test shows an element above the optimal level?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWait for the excess to be depleted before restarting daily supplementation with the amended daily dosage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should I do if I miss a day of dosing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAdd the full amount you missed, but do not exceed the maximum recommended daily increase for any of the elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy keep a logbook?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUptake changes as corals grow or as you add or remove livestock. 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