eferna Posted July 21, 2002 Share Posted July 21, 2002 Just as the title says, can you add new sand over the old sand. Would this be okay. Adding new sad over the old one will cover the detrius and any algae. Link to comment
Kapelakin Posted July 21, 2002 Share Posted July 21, 2002 Should be fine, though if you have the right critters in your SB, there shouldn't be any detritus and algae. If you decide to add sand, get it wet and put it in a zip-loc baggie. Sink it to the bottom of the tank, then cut a corner off the baggie and slowly pour the sand out. This technique should minimize clouding. HTH Link to comment
eferna Posted July 21, 2002 Author Share Posted July 21, 2002 hey thanks. I have about 1 large hermit and 3 small blue legs in there. I am thinking about getting more later on. Link to comment
The Unit Posted July 21, 2002 Share Posted July 21, 2002 i think u should definatly and some more snails or hermits...but i add sand all the time...from other tanks to get a better DSB....... Link to comment
TooFar2Sea Posted July 21, 2002 Share Posted July 21, 2002 When you add sand to an existing bed you should only add 1/4 inch at a time and then wait a few days before adding more. This gives the sand critters time to adjust. Another way to add the sand is to use a piece of PVC pipe that runs from the sandbed to just above the waterline. Pour the sand into the pipe (a funnel helps) and aim it where you want it with the pipe. This keeps your hands out of the tank. Link to comment
Christopher Marks Posted July 22, 2002 Share Posted July 22, 2002 Definately follow TooFar2Sea's recommendations for adding the new sand. Link to comment
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