Should i add more sand..

Discussion in 'Sand' started by Regf, Mar 15, 2011.

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  1. Regf

    Regf Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Ive had my tank cycling for about a week now.. Its a 75g and I have about 70lb or base 10 live rock, and 110 lb of live sand, but the sand bed doesnt look really thick, should I add more, or is this enough? The longer I wait the worse it would be to add the sand, no?
     
    Regf, Mar 15, 2011
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  2. Crimson Ghost

    Crimson Ghost Blue Ringed Angel

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    Its personal preference for sand. Small scattering or up to 2 inches – I do not recommend more than 2 inches, *maybe* 3. It’s all your preference so whatever appearance you want is what you go with. Right now is a good time to add to it – tho you could add down the road just that right now its easiest in my opinion.
     
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  3. steve wright

    steve wright Super Moderator

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    +1 on above

    I have about 2cm average depth of sand and I have that just to accomodate sand sleeping wrasse
    I say average as where its closer to the rockwork its possibly 3cm deep there, as thats where the wrasse bed down for the night

    Steve
     
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  4. Peredhil

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    agreed on above
     
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