ok really dumb question I think?

[tgrindle]

Can bottled water from say crystal springs or gulligan be used for water changes. I have well water and a high phospate count I think, it smells like sulphur. I live on the coast of SC. I cann't afford a ro di unit here at christmas, hence the idea of bottled water.

 

[Len]

Some bottled water can be used. Make sure it is unflavored, preferably processed by RO or distilled. You should note, however, that using bottled water will quickly cost more then a home RO unit in under a year.

 

[Anonymous]

If you are close to Charleston or Mt. Pleasant you can get R/O water from Mt. Pleasant water works. There are 4 stations spread throughout Mt. P and it's free. If you have a boat you can get ocean water a mile or so out.
Andy

 

[radar!]

you should probably test your water to be sure so you know what you're up against. an R/O system is a great idea though...

 

[Tackett]

I get mine from wal-mart, though I know I keep posting it. Any grocery store should have it. its expensive over here like .60 a gallon. but its worth it. Just make sure it says filtered by reverse osmosis and deionization.

 

[SnowManSnow]

I get my RO water from Walmart like T there. Make sure you read on the bottled water first before putting it in.. a lot of companies add minerals for taste. On top of that it will get really expensive. I pay 25cents / gallon at a walmart fill station.

B

 

[Anonymous]

I used to use Alhambra water once in a while on my old FOWLR tank with no problems.