{"product_id":"seachem-reef-builder","title":"Seachem Reef Builder","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeachem Reef Builder\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeachem Reef Builder\u003c\/strong\u003e is a marine aquarium alkalinity supplement for reef keepers who need to raise carbonate alkalinity (KH) with minimal impact on pH. This 300 g (0.66 lb) marine conditioner is formulated for systems where carbonate availability is important for coral growth and ongoing reef aquarium maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaises carbonate alkalinity (KH) in marine aquariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses a blend of carbonate sources designed to avoid the pH-lowering effect associated with bicarbonate-only products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaises alkalinity without immediately affecting pH; with long-term use, pH tends to stabilise at 8.3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWill not deplete calcium, magnesium or strontium when used as directed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains calcium, magnesium and strontium to compensate for losses that can occur when alkalinity is raised.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains magnesium to help restore magnesium routinely depleted in reef systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDissolve the required amount in at least 250 mL (1 cup) of freshwater before adding to the aquarium. Test total alkalinity every two weeks and adjust the amount or frequency as needed. Seachem MultiTest: Marine pH \u0026amp; Alkalinity may be used to measure total alkalinity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeginner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use 3 g (half a level teaspoon) per 150 L (40 gallons) twice weekly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced:\u003c\/strong\u003e Test alkalinity and follow the beginner addition regimen until alkalinity reaches 4–5 meq\/L. Each 3 g per 150 L raises alkalinity by about 0.25 meq\/L. Do not exceed 12 g per 150 L per day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpert:\u003c\/strong\u003e For continuous drip dosing, use m=0.08va, where m is grams to add to top-off water, v is aquarium volume in litres, and a is the desired alkalinity increase in meq\/L.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeachem Reef Builder and Seachem Reef Buffer may be used together. Use Reef Builder to raise carbonate alkalinity without affecting pH, while Reef Buffer raises both carbonate alkalinity and pH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e300 g (0.66 lb) Seachem Reef Builder marine aquarium alkalinity supplement.\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 Seachem Reef Builder raise in a reef aquarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt raises carbonate alkalinity (KH), also measured as total alkalinity, in marine aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Reef Builder raise my aquarium pH?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt raises alkalinity without immediately impacting pH. With long-term use, pH tends to stabilise at 8.3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much Reef Builder should I use for regular maintenance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUse 3 g per 150 L twice a week, dissolved in at least 250 mL of freshwater before dosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much alkalinity does a 3 g dose increase?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach 3 g per 150 L dose raises alkalinity by approximately 0.25 meq\/L.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use Reef Builder with Seachem Reef Buffer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Reef Builder may be used with Reef Buffer; Reef Builder is used to raise alkalinity without affecting pH, while Reef Buffer raises alkalinity and pH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum daily dose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDo not exceed 12 g per 150 L per day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AD","offers":[{"title":"300g","offer_id":39279176908854,"sku":"000116036603","price":248.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0151\/9016\/3510\/products\/seachem-reef-builder-raises-carbonate-alkalinity-minimal-impact-ph-aquarium-supplement-300g.jpg?v=1743712215","url":"https:\/\/jungleaquatics.com\/products\/seachem-reef-builder","provider":"Jungle Aquatics Pet Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}