Best size for sand?

ed r

ed r

Member
If you mean size of the sand particles, smaller is definitely better. You want very fine sand for a DSB. However, DSBs are not very effective on small tanks (<30g) because of the glass effect (too many small sand dwelling creatures will not go near the glass).
 
itchy trigger

itchy trigger

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Really? smaller is better for DSB? i was told opposite =(
im glad that smaller is better tho! smaller looks better! Any suggestions on how many lbs i should have for a 100g reef setup?
-DSZ
 
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angelofdeath132

Guest
wow! the first person ever to say"smaller is better"!! i should have you talk to my wife!:D
 
ed r

ed r

Member
Here is a link to an article by Dr. Ron Shimek. I believe he is the best authority on the subject of DSBs. You want only very fine sand.
http://www.rshimek.com/reef/sediment.htm
Here is a link to a sand depth calculator. You want to end up with at least 5". I found that I needed about 20% more than this calculator suggested, but it is good to give you a ballpark number. When you do add the sand, do not skimp. Have plenty of it ready to go.
http://www.purearagonite.com/SandBed.html
 
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