{"product_id":"seachem-pristine","title":"Pristine — Bio-Augmentation Bacteria for Detritus and Biofilm 100 ml to 500 ml - Seachem","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeachem Pristine\u003c\/strong\u003e uses \u003cstrong\u003ebio-augmentation\u003c\/strong\u003e, a non-chemical and natural method, to improve water quality. It provides bacteria that break down excess food, waste and detritus in both freshwater and marine systems. It also reduces excess nutrients — ammonia, nitrates, nitrites — that may fuel the growth of nuisance and disease-causing organisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat sets these bacteria apart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh affinity for larger proteins\u003c\/strong\u003e: sludge buildup on substrate, rocks, waterfalls — the solid matter conventional biological filtration does not handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFat breakdown\u003c\/strong\u003e: they utilize a wide range of organic compounds, including fats that cause unsightly surface films (typically a result of overfeeding)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurvival in low oxygen\u003c\/strong\u003e: unlike traditional nitrifying bacteria, this blend adapts to harsh or low-oxygen environments and continues to multiply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiopolymers\u003c\/strong\u003e: once established, colonies produce biopolymers that trap particulates and increase water clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardy strains\u003c\/strong\u003e: the blend was specifically developed for hardiness and its ability to adapt to a wide variety of environmental conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDirections (Seachem)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShake well\u003c\/strong\u003e before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn off UV and ozone\u003c\/strong\u003e before dosing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInitial dose:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 capful (5 mL) for each 40 L (10 US gallons)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance dose:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 capful (5 mL) per 80 L (20 US gallons) — with additions of livestock, or after disruption of the biofilter through cleaning or medications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter antibiotics:\u003c\/strong\u003e remove residues with fresh carbon + a water change before adding bacteria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUV\/ozone:\u003c\/strong\u003e allow 2 or 3 days for the bacteria to become established before restarting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShelf life:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 years from date of manufacture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer adds a useful caution: recurring problems with high nutrients can indicate overstocking, overfeeding or inadequate filtration — Pristine treats the consequence, not the cause.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable sizes and yield\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the maintenance dose of 5 mL per 80 L:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 ml\u003c\/strong\u003e — about 20 maintenance doses. A trial size, or a nano tank dosed occasionally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e250 ml\u003c\/strong\u003e — about 50 doses. The versatile size for a medium tank on a regular routine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e500 ml\u003c\/strong\u003e — about 100 doses. For large systems, sump-equipped tanks, or several aquariums to maintain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRounding out your maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/stability-250-ml\"\u003eSeachem Stability\u003c\/a\u003e — the direct complement: Stability establishes and maintains the nitrogen cycle, Pristine tackles solid organic matter. The manufacturer confirms they can be used together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/clarity™-seachem-water-clarifier-250ml\"\u003eSeachem Clarity\u003c\/a\u003e — a flocculating clarifier: it clumps free-floating particulates, where Pristine removes them biologically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/seachem-matrixcarbon\"\u003eSeachem MatrixCarbon\u003c\/a\u003e — the activated carbon to use for removing antibiotic residues before dosing Pristine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/seachem-phosguard\"\u003eSeachem PhosGuard\u003c\/a\u003e — to control the phosphate released by decomposing detritus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between Pristine and Stability?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer is explicit: Pristine contains bacterial strains with a \u003cstrong\u003ehigh affinity for larger proteins\u003c\/strong\u003e, such as sludge buildup on substrate, rocks and waterfalls. It also helps rid the tank of the oil slick on the water surface, typically a result of overfeeding. Stability targets the nitrogen cycle instead — ammonia and nitrite. Two distinct roles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Pristine and Stability be used at the same time?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The manufacturer answers this one directly: both can be used together, each according to the instructions on its bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Pristine work in salt water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The bacteria species in Pristine thrive in fresh or salt water — that is a stated manufacturer characteristic, not an adaptation. The blend is designed to withstand a wide variety of conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seachem","offers":[{"title":"250 ml","offer_id":43666523422891,"sku":"28627","price":17.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 ml","offer_id":47561070149803,"sku":"28626","price":9.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 ml","offer_id":47561070182571,"sku":"28628","price":29.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/7108\/1899\/files\/28627.jpg?v=1772836320","url":"https:\/\/reefsolution.com\/en\/products\/seachem-pristine","provider":"Reef Solution","version":"1.0","type":"link"}