[hi from Kentucky]

Yes I have, I loved it.  

[tap water]

I tested my tap water for GH and KH.  My KH which is 4 and my GH is 6. Is my water ok for fish or is it too soft?  I would love to keep some platies, some tetras, dwarf clawed frogs and some kuli loaches.  Will I need to harden my water for these species?

[tap water]

I have not kept a fish tank in about 20 years and it seems like things have changed a lot.  I have tested my tap water and the ph is around 6.6 6.8.  I want to set up a planted 30 gallon long.  Now will the ph change when I add plants?  Do I have to wait until the fish tank is cycled before I add plants or can I just add the plants first then cycle the tank? 

[hi from Kentucky]

I am new to the forum.  Just wanted to say hello and that I may have a lot of questions.  I am going to start a new tank soon about 30 gallons long. Hope to get help with this planted tank.

 

Charlie