lienSlob Posted April 8, 2003 Share Posted April 8, 2003 I am about to setup my tank again after moving. things are going well with the crushed coral or dead sand i am using but should i go for Live Sand this go around? I have an older book that basically said LS benefits/vs drawbacks werent really proven at the time, but had very good potential what is the opinion now? PS i like LOW maintenance Link to comment
chvynva916 Posted April 8, 2003 Share Posted April 8, 2003 I would at least "seed" your sand with good live sand from another established tank. BTW, I definitely wouldn't go with crushed coral as it is way too corse. Live or otherwise, I'd go with a fine sand (I like sugar fine) like southdown size. You can mix is up, but most infauna won't flourish with crushed coral. Link to comment
HuBu Posted April 8, 2003 Share Posted April 8, 2003 i wouldnt advice a "sugar fine" sand for a sand bed. Link to comment
onthefly Posted April 8, 2003 Share Posted April 8, 2003 Hey Hubu, Why not? I've seen some FINE looking tanks with 100% oolic sand. I know they had to wait days for it to settle and were careful not to have a PH pointed straight down, but other than that. It looks fantastic and the amount of reflected light is amazing. Link to comment
HuBu Posted April 8, 2003 Share Posted April 8, 2003 a fine sandbed is similar to a concrete pavement. too packed for anything. yeah it might look nice and everything. but its just too much of a risk, most people would tell you that fine sand is ok for a dsb, but make sure you have some coarse sand over it. things can get out of control with fine sane (i.e. a powerhead falling and having the current blown into the sand when you are not paying attention. and thats from experience.) Link to comment
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