Can I change my substrate out at once?

[lil.guppy]

So I worked on my CC again tonight removing some from the back corners and moving a couple rocks. I wont be able to do the whole thing until I move. I bought a small bag of the fine white sand and I really like it

When I move my tank can I fill it up with all new white sand or will that throw things off?

 

[salty blues]

Originally Posted by lil.guppy
http:///forum/post/2978220
So I worked on my CC again tonight removing some from the back corners and moving a couple rocks. I wont be able to do the whole thing until I move. I bought a small bag of the fine white sand and I really like it

When I move my tank can I fill it up with all new white sand or will that throw things off?
I am no expert but IMO I believe you can safely change out your substrate if you are careful to monitor your ammonia level. You need to avoid having your tank cycle again. Be sure to have some extra saltwater on hand for water changes if needed. Good luck!

 

[younngballa88]

Idk if that a good idea. I would think that you would cause your tank to cycle again. Especially if your moving the tank is already gonna be under alot of stress and this woud just add to the problem. Sorry to be a bummer but IMO I guess.

 

[spanko]

Tis the only thing to do IMO. Throw out the old and put in the new. Make sure it is washed first to get out all the powdery stuff. Save at least 50% of your old water if you can. Make sure your new water is the same temp, Ph and Sg as the old. Put the new sand and old water in, then the rockwork then the new water.