Using sand instead of gravel

[ReyvinWolf]

So in two of my tanks I have gravel. When researching a tank to make for my violet goby dragon I learned they need sand and one can use play sand purchased at Walmart or the like. Well my tank is up and running, 27 gal cube, brackish, with a little substrate thrown on the bottom for eventual plants.

There seems to always be a fine "mist" of sand in the tank. Granted its only been up a few days, but is that normal or will it eventually clear out?


Also I read that people prefer sand instead of gravel. Why? I know the VG needs it because of the soft scales and the way they eat. I do admit I like the look so far, but worried about the "mist".

 

[Tetra1990]

Welcome to AA! The sand 'mist' should go away with time. Also, sand looks cleaner. I love it.

 

[Cichlid ism]

So in two of my tanks I have gravel. When researching a tank to make for my violet goby dragon I learned they need sand and one can use play sand purchased at Walmart or the like. Well my tank is up and running, 27 gal cube, brackish, with a little substrate thrown on the bottom for eventual plants.

There seems to always be a fine "mist" of sand in the tank. Granted its only been up a few days, but is that normal or will it eventually clear out?

Also I read that people prefer sand instead of gravel. Why? I know the VG needs it because of the soft scales and the way they eat. I do admit I like the look so far, but worried about the "mist".

I just changed over to sand from gravel and love the clean/smooth look it gives. The mist will go away soon. In two days my tank became crystal clear.

 

[Cichlid ism]

Also welcome to the forum.

 

[ReyvinWolf]

Thank you!

 

[PolyptRus]

Ive asked this question in the past and it seems everyone was leaning more toward sand apparently its alot easier to maintain and looks better overall i probably will switch over soon