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Aquarium KH (Carbonate Hardness) Calculator

Estimate baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) needed to raise carbonate hardness (KH) to a target dKH.

gal
dKH
dKH

Baking Soda Needed

9.37 g

Approximate Teaspoons

1.87 tsp

KH Increase

3.00 dKH

Note

Add gradually over hours — sudden swings stress fish.