ReefBiome Microbial Blend

ReefBiome: Concentrated Microbial Support for Reef Aquariums

ReefBiome is a concentrated dry microbial blend that helps reef aquariums stay biologically stable. It supports the natural breakdown of organic waste, which helps keep water clear and clean.

ReefBiome contains no added sugars or aggressive carbon sources, so it fits easily into any routine maintenance schedule.

Key Benefits

• Organic Waste Processing: Enzyme-producing bacteria help break down proteins and starches, so uneaten food and detritus are processed naturally.
• Biological Stability: Supports a balanced, well-established microbial community in new and mature systems alike.
• Water Clarity: Helps keep water clear and clean by supporting the steady breakdown of organic matter.
• Gentle Formulation: Free of added sugars and aggressive carbon sources, making it suitable for continuous weekly use.
• Integrated Reef Care: Works alongside your existing filtration and nutrient-management methods.
• Potential Pathogen Suppression: Beneficial bacteria may help inhibit certain pathogens, including Vibrio. For biological maintenance—not disease treatment or guaranteed prevention.

Directions for Use

The dose rate is 1 g per 50 L (13.2 US gal) of system water. Only the dosing frequency changes with the stage of use.

1 level scoop (included) ≈ 0.75 g

Note: Calculate the dose from your total system water volume. Include the sump, and subtract the space taken up by rock and substrate.

What You Need

• Digital scale: A scale that reads to 0.01 g (two decimal places) is recommended. This lets you dose accurately for any tank size, for example, 0.60 g for a 30 L system. These scales are inexpensive and easy to find online, including on Amazon.
• Clean container: A cup or jug that holds 250–500 ml and has never touched soap, detergents, or chemicals.
• Aquarium water: Taken directly from your system. Do not use tap water or RO/DI water. Match the salinity and temperature to the tank.

How to Prepare and Dose

1. Calculate your dose: Use 1 g per 50 L of net system water volume (see the table above).
2. Weigh the powder: Place the container on the scale, tare it to zero, and weigh out the exact amount. Use a clean, dry spoon, and close the package tightly right away to keep moisture out.
3. Mix: Add the powder to 250–500 ml of aquarium water and stir well until it is evenly dispersed. A light haze in the mix is normal.
4. Dose immediately: Slowly pour the mixture into a high-flow area of the display tank, such as near the return outlet or a powerhead, so it spreads quickly through the whole system. Do not store the mixed solution for later use.

Equipment During Dosing

• Turn off for 1–2 hours: Protein skimmer, UV steriliser, ozone (if used), and mechanical filtration such as filter socks, filter floss, and roller mats. This gives bacteria time to settle onto rock, substrate, and other surfaces before you remove or destroy them.
• Keep running: Return pump and powerheads. Water circulation spreads the product and keeps oxygen levels high, which matters because bacterial activity uses oxygen.
• Stay nearby: Keep an eye on the tank while the equipment is off. Don’t dose and leave the house; set a timer so you remember to switch everything back on.
• Turn equipment back on early if fish are breathing rapidly or gathering near the surface. Turn the skimmer back on and add aeration right away.

Good Practice

• Water changes: Dose after a water change, not before, so the old water doesn’t remove the product.
• Medications: Do not dose during treatment with antibiotics or other antibacterial medications. They will kill the bacteria in ReefBiome.
• Feeding: Feed as normal, but don’t overfeed on dosing days.
• Storage: Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Always use a dry spoon.

Temporary cloudiness: The water may turn cloudy after dosing. This is normal and clears within a few hours.

Compatibility

• Do not use ReefBiome together with the BIOmix.
• Do not dose ReefBiome and BIOReef Snow or BIOActivator on the same day.