Fluorite and gravel substrate to sand change

[CicGuy]

Sup people! Today I'm planning on switching my substrate to sand. I have a good amount of fish in there already so how should I do this? I also have a lot of plants as well. I don't wanna put everyone in buckets even though it'll be easier. I was thinking of doing it half and half so I don't stress my fish too much. I need your help buddies

 

[Ian086]

Sup people! Today I'm planning on switching my substrate to sand. I have a good amount of fish in there already so how should I do this? I also have a lot of plants as well. I don't wanna put everyone in buckets even though it'll be easier. I was thinking of doing it half and half so I don't stress my fish too much. I need your help buddies

Hi, it can be done either way but i find it a lot easier by just almost emptying the tank, removing the decor, plants and fish. I believe it would be less stress on your fish by doing it this way. It is also way quicker and easier for you... Make sure you wash, wash, wash the sand....If you have the sand washed already, you could easily do it in an hour.... If not washed, wash it before you break down the tank. Also when you set it back up, leave the lights and airstone(if one) for a couple of hours.... Ian

 

[Bigfish99]

I just posted my opinions from doing this twice in the last month on another thread. Here is the link to it

http://www.aquariumadvice.com/forums/f12/i-want-to-switch-from-gravel-to-sand-247947.html

 

[dmolavi]

This thread has good info: http://www.aquariumadvice.com/forums/f12/changing-gravel-tips-248555.html