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10-21-2002, 10:16 AM
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Join Date: Nov 2000
Location: Elmwood Park, N.J. U.S.A
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Sand bed (DSB) Question
Question?
I have about 2" of pink samoa sand at the bottom of my reef tank. The size is 00 (like sugar). I want to add at least 4" of sand and make a DSB, Should I add more pink samoa or should I add reef araginote. My problem is that I don't think I can add a larger grain size than 00 due to the fine layer of sand already there. Am I wrong. I do not want to take out the existing layer of sand. Is there a good DSB substrate that I can add that is a 00 grade. Does it matter? I will be increasing the bed over time to 5-6 inches in a 155 bowfront. How much sand do I need? Thanks for thr help. Vic |
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10-21-2002, 01:26 PM
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Governor
Join Date: Nov 2000
Location: Las Vegas, NV, USA
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Personally, I wouldn't worry about the grain size difference. I don't think any problems with it would justify the work and disruption of removing the existing sand. Just add about a half inch of sand a couple of times a week until you get it the depth you want. Maybe I'm wrong about this, so wait for some more replies before proceding.
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