lisamorie

I am just wondering, has anyone else used TLC? I am using it in my new 55 gal and after three days, it looks like my cycle is almost complete! I am a little wary of this so I'll be waiting and testing and waiting-- for as long as I can hold out anyway...

I know that Biospira can cycle a tank in a day, but noone around here seemed to carry it. I used Cycle with my last tank due to the advice of a friend, but it sucked!

capekate

Hi Lisa,
I have never heard of the TLC ... can you tell me who manufactures it?

~ kate

lisamorie

it says "TLC Aquarium and Pond Products Aquatic BioControl Westlake, OH"

here's a link:

http://tlc-products.com/pages/7/index.htm

capekate

TLC for Freshwater Aquariums. The flagship TLC freshwater aquarium product. Completely natural and safe - not a chemical. Use to rapidly cycle new tanks, when adding new species, and for tank maintenance. Eliminates toxic ammonia and nitrite, helps minimize sludge build-up. Available in 2 oz., 4 oz., 12 oz., and Gallon bottles (60 ml, 125 ml, 350 ml, and 4 liter bottles).

I havent seen this product before, thanks for the link. I can not say whether it works on cycling a tank fast or not. Most folks here have had success with the Bio Spira product to cycle a tank fast. So can only say that the Bio Spira works. A lot of companies make the same claim, with little success. Another product that does not work is the product called 'Cycle".
Maybe someone else here can give you some input on this product for you..


~ kate

lilsoccakid

sometimes these products that arent bio-spira are actully bacteria that break down ammonia and nitrites, but have a limited lifespan, and will soon die off and the cycle is broken. i would suggest monitoring these levals for at the VERY LEAST a week before adding fish