Delayed rise in pH after mixing RO and tap

[Jack L]

Thanks all for the inputs! I really appreciate it. Another question - what do people typically use for storing their water? I get nervous about plastic garbage bins - do they outgas or leach chemicals into the water? I've read comments about "food safe" garbage bins, but I don't see that on labels in the stores. Any thoughts?

Thanks,
Jon

check craigslist for 55 gallon PET barrels used for food stuff to be extras safe.

[alron2]

Some use recycled food grade drums. I see them listed for 20 to 30 dollRs for a 55 gallon drum.
Ron

[Craigmax]

I just bought a 250 gallon food grade container that has corn syrup in it for $50. Cut the top and will be pressure washing with hot water straight from the heater. scrubbing then bleaching then rinsing then testing then rinsing again. I have very hard water here in Indianapolis Indiana and have lost 6 fish recently with one in bad shape. Moving from Fort Wayne has been an eye opener. Installing a 200gallon RO unit tonight. Good luck as you search for balance.