New Tank, new sand, Which type?

Discussion in 'Sand' started by clarky2120, Dec 27, 2010.

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  1. clarky2120

    clarky2120 Bubble Tip Anemone

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    Right now in my 55 I have Indo-Pacific black sand on the bottom of the tank. It was fairly expensive and I was thinking of going a different route when i set up my new 120. Another reason I didn't like this sand is it coats my rocks very easily.

    I'm looking at getting either of these two. in your opinion which would be better for my sand dwelling critters and least likely to be easily kicked up?

    Sand One

    Sand Two

    They are both about the same price. If you have any other suggestions please let me know.

    I was also thinking some type of Fiji Pink, but I can't find it in the price range of the first two choices.

    Thanks.
     
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  3. trijam

    trijam Coral Banded Shrimp

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    I would go with Marco's Rock sand it looks to be the right consistancy your looking for the petco stuff doesn't give grain size or texture. JMHO;)
     
  4. clarky2120

    clarky2120 Bubble Tip Anemone

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    I'm just worried about marco's sand being too fine
     
  5. TheSaltwaterGuy

    TheSaltwaterGuy Banned

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    sand 2 IMO; why not send them an email and ask?
     
  6. blackraven1425

    blackraven1425 Giant Squid

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    I'd actually be much more worried about Petco's sand being too coarse, if I were you.