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Unlocking Crystal Clear Water: The Science Behind Bakki Showers for Koi Ponds

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Unlocking Crystal Clear Water: The Science Behind Bakki Showers for Koi Ponds For koi enthusiasts, the quest for crystal-clear water is a perpetual pursuit. Beyond aesthetics, pristine water quality is paramount for the health and vitality of your prized fish. Among the array of filtration systems available, the bakki shower stands out as a powerful and efficient method for achieving this goal. But what makes it so effective? Let's delve into the science behind this remarkable filtration system. The Foundation: The Nitrification Process At the heart of a healthy koi pond lies the nitrogen cycle, driven by the crucial process...

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Is Bacteria Home the best shower media?

Posted by Matt Brook on

Is Bacteria Home the best shower media? Well let’s take a look. Bacteria Home is considered the Rolls Royce of Shower media and it doesn’t have to cost the earth although it is more costly than other shower media. Well Bacteria Home is a porous ceramic media that is used as shower media in Bakki Showers or trickle filters as they are also known, breaking down dangerous substances and particles in the water. First it breaks down the waste in to a less harmful nitrate. Then it uses anaerobe bacteria to brake the nitrate down giving not only a cleaner...

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