Everyone will have there own way to do water changes. I have done 50% changes on my large tanks plenty of times with no problems. I do water changes every two weeks and my tanks are fine. Its really just a matter of opinion and what you feel is good.
Just get some prime, test your water a few times a week and dont clean the filters the same day. You should be fine. Now that I think about it did you have alage in your tank?
Just get some prime, test your water a few times a week and dont clean the filters the same day. You should be fine. Now that I think about it did you have alage in your tank?