Using Tap Water in Marine Tanks

[PacketsofKetchup]

What about taking tapwater and mixing it with salt like 3 or 4 days prior, getting it up to the same temp and then treating it with chemicals on the things like chlorine and so fourth to make it safe for the fish, is that exceptable/safe?

[leebca]

I moved your post from this thread: How to Make a Successful Water Change since it is an important subject.

You may have missed it, but in the original post there are links to answer your question. Check these out for details on why tap water is NOT SAFE to use:

WATER - Source and NSW
and
http://www.advancedaquarist.com/issues/jan2004/chem.htm