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justin84 Fingerling Posts: 45 Kudos: 30 Votes: 20 Registered: 08-Dec-2004	I have medium sized smooth rock substrate and im going to start planting my aquarium. I was woundering if it would be pointless to just add a few bags of smaller subtrate on top of the one i have now. Should i just start over and completly replace the substrate i have now? Thanks, Justin 55gal Tank:130 watt coral lights,Eheim Wet/Dry 2227 Canister Filter,Powerhead, Co2 Injection and a heater.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:43
ClownyGirl Fish Addict Posts: 508 Kudos: 311 Votes: 5 Registered: 07-Oct-2004	It would depend on how thickly you want to plant your tank. Smaller size gravel is usually better for plants and you might want to start over to keep the look even.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:43
guppy01 Big Fish Posts: 334 Kudos: 387 Votes: 3 Registered: 06-Sep-2003	In the long run it would make it a lot easier if you just started with a new substrate - instead of changing you mind later on. Depends on what look you're trying to achieve though. If you want a nice, heavily planted tank then definately replace the substrate to a more suitable one first (small sized gravel, perhaps mixed with flourite). But if you just want a few java ferns and anubias your current substrate should be fine.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:43


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