The Stability product by itself may cause some of the cloudiness. Yes, when the tank starts its cycle there is usually a bacterial bloom and it will clear after a week or so or it could be weeks down the road when the cycle has completed. You'll have cloudy water one day and the next it will be clear.

How long does it take to cycle a tank with seachem stability?

It still took 2-3 weeks to fully cycle. The directions say there's no need to add more stability after seven days, but I kept adding the maintenance dose daily until cycling was complete. Be sure to keep testing your water if you have livestock in the aquarium, and don't just assume all is well after seven days.

Why does my fish tank look cloudy?

After starting a new aquarium, it is not uncommon for the aquarium to become cloudy. This is due to beneficial, nitrogen converting bacteria colonizing to oxidize ammonia and nitrites. ... These bacteria break down fish waste, decaying plant debris, and unconsumed food into ammonia.