Kentuckyfan
Aquarium Advice Apprentice
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- Nov 22, 2011
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If i were to switch my gravel to sand do I need to buy a certain type of sand or could I just go to a hardware store and buy any kind?
Jmedic25 said:Some say its sharp but it seems like regular sand to me. My dudes scoop and spit it all day every day no issues. It does a vigorous washing before its added though. That is really the only down side. When you wash it a rainbow film rises to the top of the bucket. Just take it in small batches and use a lot of water and agitation. Cleans up just fine
kelbaker79 said:Im in the process of switching my tanks from gravel to Black Diamond Blasting Sand...4 done already and I love it as much as they do! 5 to go, its a lot of work (need to make sure its washed very well) but definately worth it, imo
Jmedic25 said:I was able to leave my fish in. I just drained like 75% and gently scooped the gravel out. Then I gently added the sand. I had to run filter floss for a few hours after to clear the water up. All in all took me about 3 hours to remove 80lbs of gravel and put in about 8- lbs of sand. Washing the sand in hot water is an awesome idea. I used my garden hose and a big plastic tub. Its a messy PITA but worth it.
Squall said:What is the best way to do the switch? Did you remove the fishes? I'm going to switch my 60 from gravel to PFS as well.