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I have a new 30 gallon aquarium that I started a fishless cycle in on December 10th. I have been using an API master kit to test my levels. My ammonia has gone to 0 a number of times and each time I've added more ammonia the nitrite has been really high on all of those times. On December 31st...

OK so I won't use it. I was looking on amazon and found this Estes Gravel Aqua Sand White - 30 lbs. The 30 lb bag is $4.80. Here is the link Amazon.com: Estes Gravel Aqua Sand White - 30 lbs.: Pet Supplies Would this be alright to use??

Can you find pool filter sand that is white in color? I was thinking about the aragonite live sand only because I could get it in white. I like the idea of black and white sand. Is there another white sand I could mix with the black that would be less expensive?

Hi I am new to aquarium keeping. I recently bought a 30-gallon tall aquarium from craigslist. I’m in the process of cleaning it out and getting it set up. I have been reading about cycling and all the things to set this aquarium up correctly. I plan on taking my time and doing all the research I...