Tank Sand

[vaquero]

Ok I want to buy sand in the Seattle area by the 50-100Lb bags. I know it's out there but I have searched and can not find a dealer that has what I'm looking for. It is a white sand, Fine has some shiny stuff in it also(may be silica?). I do not want to buy it from PetSmart or Petco. Just want to know if anyone knows where I can buy this stuff commercially. I bought some a long time ago for my tanks, but can't remember where I got it from. I was living in South Seattle at the time. I want to say it is 30/60 grit??? Not sure, but it is fine sand. If you know of any business selling this, Please let me know.
Thanks to all who respond.

 

[blert]

Are you looking for play sand? It is very fine, some would say annoyingly so.

Pool filter sand? Great stuff.

 

[CoryFan]

I buy 50 lb. bags of pool filter sand at any pool supply store.

 

[jlbfish]

I love my pool filter sand. Just wish it wasn't all brown :/

 

[CoryFan]

I love my pool filter sand. Just wish it wasn't all brown :/

It is not always brown! Check out my profile pictures. I suggest looking around or asking. My store even offered to order me some that is whiter than mine!

 

[Hobgob]

yes pool filter sand is the way to go imo. i only have white sand. I'm sure if you asked your pool store they could get you white or brown, they might just have to order it in.

 

[meloyelo]

I get pool filter sand from Home Depot. Seems like it's around $5 for a 50lb bag. Not perfectly white, but still looks and works great.

 

[jlbfish]

I've called a few pool stores around town and they all say only brown. I did find the mystic white online but the super naturals with a bigger grain was cheaper. Ill keep hunting.

 

[vaquero]

Ok home depot is brown sand.I just wish I could get the same stuff I had. I will try and Post a picture here, maybe someone can help to identify it for me. I will be needing it soon (after that **** tree with all of the lights on it comes down) then it will be time to set up the 75 Gallon.

 

[Hobgob]

I've called a few pool stores around town and they all say only brown. I did find the mystic white online but the super naturals with a bigger grain was cheaper. Ill keep hunting.

Is it silicate sand that they are giving you? My sand always comes in a white bag and did you ask those stores if they could order some in for you? See what there prices are.