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Distilled Water?
Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2015 7:01 am
by Spags
Is distilled water that i buy from giant a good option for my plants and crabs, without having to dechlor them?
Re: Distilled Water?
Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2015 12:36 pm
by Crabinski
Distilled water really isn't a good choice for crabs as the distillation process removes quite a lot of the natural minerals the crabs need. Jugs of natural spring water or drinking water would be much better but all types of water need to be dechlorinated. I started with a gallon jug of natural spring water, dechlored it, and now just refill the jug with tap water and dechlor that.
Re: Distilled Water?
Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2015 3:24 pm
by singlemomwithcrab
What are you offering for your salt water option?
Re: Distilled Water?
Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2015 6:47 pm
by Breeezy
You can also use a RODI unit (Reverse Osmosis Deionization System) to prepare water. It removes all of the chlorine, chloramines, and any other nasty stuff in the water. I use it for myself even, for cooking and washing fruits/veggies. I know that it may be a little more expensive, but in the long run, I know it will be better for my crabs (using it for myself is an added bonus!), by ensuring they always have 100% top quality water. If you have the extra cash, I would definitely invest in one!