{"product_id":"seachem-pristine-aquarium-water-treatment-1-l-bacteria-based-formula","title":"Seachem Pristine Aquarium Water Treatment, 1 L Bacteria-Based Formula","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeachem Pristine is a 1 L aquarium treatment that uses non-chemical bio-augmentation to help improve water quality in freshwater and marine systems.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBio-augmentation with bacteria — supports a natural, non-chemical approach to water quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor freshwater and marine aquariums — one treatment is made for both types of system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacteria break down excess food, waste and detritus — targeting common organic material in aquarium water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInitial dose: 5 mL per 40 L (10 US gallons) — provides a clear amount for routine use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance dose: 5 mL per 80 L (20 US gallons) — use when livestock is added or the biofilter is disrupted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUneaten food and accumulated waste can affect aquarium water quality. Seachem Pristine is made for aquarists who want to address this organic material through bio-augmentation rather than a chemical method. Its bacteria are intended to break down excess food, waste and detritus in freshwater and marine setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Seachem Pristine support aquarium water quality?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeachem Pristine provides bacteria that break down excess food, waste and detritus. This bio-augmentation approach is described as natural and non-chemical, and is intended to help improve water quality in aquarium systems. It is suitable for both freshwater and marine use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for aquarium water, not as a medication for fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses bacteria to act on organic material in the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much Seachem Pristine should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake the bottle well before use, then turn off UV and ozone during application. The initial dose is 1 capful (5 mL) for each 40 L (10 US gallons). For maintenance, use 1 capful (5 mL) per 80 L (20 US gallons) when adding livestock or after biofilter disruption from cleaning or medications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow the separate initial and maintenance amounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance dosing is tied to livestock additions or biofilter disruption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Seachem’s experience with aquarium products?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeachem has more than three decades of experience and remains independently and privately owned. The company is owned and operated by hobbyists, and its employees keep aquariums at home and at work. Its team includes chemists and biologists, reflecting a company background rooted in aquarium keeping and science.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFounded by aquarium hobbyist Dr. Leo G. Morin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeachem began with Cupraplex, now known as Cupramine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeachem Pristine suits freshwater and marine aquarists looking for a bacteria-based way to help manage excess food, waste and detritus, with dosing guidance for both initial application and maintenance. Its 1 L bottle provides a measured treatment for aquarium water quality using non-chemical bio-augmentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How much Seachem Pristine should I use for an initial dose?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: For an initial dose, use 1 capful (5 mL) of Seachem Pristine per 40 L (10 US gallons); shake well and turn off UV and ozone during use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can Seachem Pristine be used in marine aquariums?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Seachem Pristine provides bacteria to break down excess food, waste and detritus in both freshwater and marine systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Seachem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55680714113367,"sku":"B07H3FJFDV","price":70.83,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/4780\/0663\/files\/seachem-pristine-bottle-front_d738a5ef-1af3-4ccf-aed1-f018c2dcb7d8.jpg?v=1793436228","url":"https:\/\/bathpetsupplies.co.uk\/products\/seachem-pristine-aquarium-water-treatment-1-l-bacteria-based-formula","provider":"BathPetSupplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}