How To Condition Water for Goldfish

       



How To Condition the Water For Goldfish (Basic)

 Disclaimer : The methods displayed are just based on my personal experience (for malaysia's tap water). These steps have been used after a few "try and error" episodes and it works for my goldfish.
I do not claim that this is the best method. I also do not claim to be the inventor of these methods. I learn a lot from the internet, experience and advice from fellow goldfish keepers.

 These methods comprises of only basic steps. You can add salt to the water (commonly practiced). But I only add salt during the first week of arrival (new fish) for quarantine purposes.

This is not for New Tanks, new tanks have to undergo the cycling process. This is for tanks/tubs that have been used for a while.

I suggest that every fish keeper to have a water reservoir. So that if any water change is needed, conditioned water is available for use.

 Reservoir (Water supply) : Reservoir here means a volume of water being kept in a container for later use or for emergency use. There's no fish being kept inside the reservoir. I have always prepared a water reservoir (a tub) to be used for my goldfish. Since Malaysia's tap water contains Chlorine, conditioning is a must if you want your goldfish to be healthy. By having a spare volume of water, you are prepared in case anything happens in the main tank/tub (the tank/tub with fish).

Methods:

 A. Without Water Conditioner/Anti-Chlorine (Aging the Water)

 If you water contains only chlorine and not chloramine, you can let it sit for 24 hours and the chlorine will dissipate into the environment.

 1. Clean your tank or tub using a cloth to get rid of any dust or debris (a newly bought cloth is preferred). The cloth must never been in contact with soap, detergent or any kind of chemicals that can harm the fish.

 2. Fill the tank/tub with water. Make sure not to overfill the tank/tub (water pouring out).

 3. Put in an air bubble stone aerator. Leave the air bubble on (Positioning the air bubble device higher than the tank/tub is best).

 4. Leave the water exposed to the air for 24 hours. Let the air bubble aerator on.

 5. After 24 hours, the water is ready to be used for your goldfish.


B. With Water Conditioner/Anti Chlorine 

 1. Clean your tank or tub using a cloth to get rid of any dust or debris (a newly bought cloth is preferred). The cloth must never been in contact with soap, detergent or any kind of chemicals that can harm the fish.

 2. Fill the tank/tub with water. Make sure not to overfill the tank/tub (water pouring out).

 3. Put in the water conditioner (any brands) and its best to follow the instructions for the dosage.

 4. Put in an air bubble stone aerator. Leave the air bubble on (Positioning the air bubble device higher than the tank/tub is best).

 5. Leave the water exposed to the air overnight OR for 24 hours. Let the air bubble aerator on.

 6. After 24 hours, the water is ready to be used for your goldfish. If you are leaving the water for an overnight, then it should be at least around 10 - 12 hours.

For water conditioners, its best if you buy the ones that use litres or mls for the measurements. Below is the one I'm using for now. You can use any brand you like. 

















Photos taken from online sources:  
http://aquarium-fish-home.ru
https://www.amazon.co.jp








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