Buff-It-Up™ Pond Alkalinity Calculator
Estimates how much Buff-It-Up™ to add to raise alkalinity (KH) from your current level to your target level. This calculator follows the label guideline of 1 tablespoon per 120 gallons for an approximate 40 ppm increase, and suggests spreading larger adjustments over multiple days.
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Guidance: Limit alkalinity changes to 40 ppm per day or less. Test, wait, and re-test.
Ideal alkalinity is commonly maintained in the 120–240 ppm range. Do not exceed 400 ppm.
Baking Soda Pond Alkalinity Calculator
Estimates how much baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) to add to raise alkalinity (KH), expressed as ppm as CaCO3. Make changes gradually and confirm with a KH test kit.
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Note: Baking soda can raise pH more sharply than a blended alkalinity product. Spread adjustments over time and monitor fish behavior.