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That's his refuge.. I have built mine the same way

Here is another question.. I have a 75 gal tank, how much rock should I get? I have read in different places that you should have about 1.5-2 pounds of rock for every gallon you have. BRS says to have 1 lv for every gallon... From both of these sites, a hundred pounds of rock is $232 free...

alright thanks guys.

I am hopefully filling my new tank tomorrow so I am basically at the same point. I am also going to be getting dry rock to start me off. where would you go for as far as acquiring dry rock?

For the past couple monthes i have been researching and researching about saltwter aquariums and i am really interested in starting one. i have read this whole thread, all 53 pages and i have learned alot. from what people are saying and what you have stated i will also prob try to start with a...

Alright let's just say I were to go with a FOWLR or may be just a chunk of live rock and the rest just rocks, how much will this cost? All I would need is a wet/ dry filter or a DIY sump, Heater, Overflow box, return pump, some rocks, sand ( life or just reg sand?), and salt mixture. Correct...

I never would have thought this much.. I think I am going to have to stick to freshwater aquariums. I think it would be very interesting just to watch my mini ocean but it's just too much. I think I'll start a semi planted freshwater. And I can just watch grass grow.. Haha Mini cubes are even...

I am thinking about getting most of the stuff I need off eBay or craigslist. Is there any thing that I shouldnt get used? And how about live rock... Should I get that used online if it's for a good price? I hate to go used, but the priced of the things are pretty steep

Thank you for the welcome and thanks for all of the advice. I must say, you might have just sold me with that "opening saltwater aquarium" paragraph. Haha I would still like to start a salt water fish tank but I am going to have to really think about every thing. Now as far as starting slow...

i have been reading and reading for the past week now learning about saltwater aquariums. i am really thinking about getting into this new hobby. but what am i really getting myself into. i have a 45 gallon tank complete with stand ready for any type of use. i have a little, tetra hang on side...