gravel to sand

[2manyFish]

I want to switch my tank from gravel to sand and just wanted some ideas on the best way to do this. Id like to do it with out having to take all the fish out if possible

 

[butterfly_koi]

Hi 2manyFish!
I have just the article for you
http://www.aquariumadvice.com/introduction-adding-decor-aquarium/
It has a whole section on sand in the article, if you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask
Oh and Welcome to AA!

 

[2manyFish]

Thank you. That article is perfect.

 

[2manyFish]

The article helped a lot but if I leave the fish in should I take out all the decor or leave half in so the fish have somewhere to hide

 

[trybal]

Is sand more high maintenance than gravel as far as keeping clean of old food and waste?

 

[butterfly_koi]

The article helped a lot but if I leave the fish in should I take out all the decor or leave half in so the fish have somewhere to hide

IMO I would just take the decor out, less hassle and worry with the moving of decor in the middle of the switch

Is sand more high maintenance than gravel as far as keeping clean of old food and waste?

Gravel is more maintenance because decomposing food and waste become trapped in between and under the gravel whereas with sand it just stays on top making it easier to clean up. In most cases you are more likely to be overcome with a Detritus Worm infestation in a tank with gravel opposed to sand.