Strange pH color

**ScottS** · 05-31-2006 04:01 PM

Originally Posted by bassadict69

I had my water tested at two places one got 6.7 the other got between 7.5 & 7.8. The latter used test strips!

Talk about inconsistent... another reason we all know testing our own water is best.

What result did you get with your new kit?

**bassadict69** · 05-31-2006 04:23 PM

Haven't used it yet. I picked it up on my lunch break. I will be home about 6pm & will check it then & post back.

**bassadict69** · 05-31-2006 08:40 PM

Used the new tester & came up with about 6.8, so it was actually low. Borax has been added to bring it up

**ScottS** · 05-31-2006 10:56 PM

Good deal, now you know

Well we see the strips were WAY off...

I can't believe that!! /sarcasm.

**waterbear** · 05-31-2006 11:07 PM

If you are using phenol red to test for pH (and I am sure that you are) an orange color indicates a pH around 7.0 or lower.

**bassadict69** · 05-31-2006 11:23 PM

Thanks waterbear...I will try the other test kit in the morning once my pH comes up some.

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