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	Sand vs. Gravel
highjinx Hobbyist Posts: 108 Kudos: 96 Votes: 2 Registered: 16-Jul-2004	Im thingking of starting a 55 gal. tank which would be a step up from my 20 tall, but I can't decide whether to go with sand or gravel. Personaly i think sand looks better, but i have heard that the sand could compact and make it hard for my plants to grow. What is everbodies opinion on this topic?
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:23
sirbooks Moderator Sociopath Posts: 3875 Kudos: 5164 Votes: 932 Registered: 26-Jul-2004	Gravel is better for plants, and is easier to maintain and clean. However, sand does look much cooler, at least to me. If you buy some Malaysian trumpet snails though, they can help keep the sand from compacting, and save you a little bit of worry. Ultimately, it is your call. If you can handle a little bit more tank upkeep, I'd go with sand. And when he gets to Heaven, to Saint Peter he will tell: "One more Marine reporting, Sir! I've served my time in Hell."
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:23
sham Ultimate Fish Guru Posts: 3369 Kudos: 2782 Votes: 98 Registered: 21-Apr-2004	half eco complete and half black sand. I love that substrate and have had no problems with it. I'm going to set my next tank up with the same mix.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:23
jasonpisani Ultimate Fish Guru Posts: 5553 Kudos: 7215 Votes: 1024 Registered: 24-Feb-2003	Gravel is better for the Plants, but Sand is more natural. You have to stir the Sand every couple of months, so it don't compact. http://www.deathbydyeing.org/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/corydoras/ Member of the Malta Aquarist Society - 1970. http://www.maltaaquarist.com
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:23


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