Are you running any kind of filter?
Did you try using a mag float on the glass?
Water would be clear and just the inside of the tank wall still have sand dust on it from adding the sand.
Originally Posted by snailheave
what color is the water when you look at it without the tank light?
The water looks a little clearer without the lights on.
I only have standard 15w lights iuntil my Mh's arrive.