Peat moss and lowering pH..?

Question:

Which is better? Explain why please. Thanks!

Answers:

As discussed before ... where you need to be on pH is entirely up to the source the Discus are coming from. If you already have that source picked out,it's just the matter of a few questions (temp,pH,usual nitrate reading) on how the Discus are kept/reared to see where you actually need to be as far as water chemistry.Reliable dealer/breeders will give you that info,they take pride in their work. Those local to you are more likely to be close to your water already ... and it would make things go smoother only having to worry with water changes instead of water chemistry also.

drift wood, it naturally buffers the ph, makes the water more acidic

The best answer with this information would be the add to the filter method. If you are starting out with a new system you should probably use both methods,the peat tea method for filling the tank and the filter method to maintain the pH. If your water has a high kH you will need both. Also your tank will require a complete new "cycle" with the new water. What you are attempting is not an easy or simple process. It's also possible to purchase peat filter inserts for certain canister type filters that would be easier to use but won't work any better than the "home-made" methods,just neater.

BEST WAY is to get a revers osmosis filter aka RO filter. This will lower your tap water ph and make the water more pure getting more harmful stuff out. You would take your RO water and mix it with your tap water. OR just use all RO water depending on where you want you PH to be.

good luck