moving DSB?

Kigs · 02/26/2006, 11:33 AM

I'm moving my 10g to a 29g. I heard in the past that you cannot use your old DSB because it releases toxic, is that true? Or can I just scoop the top few inches of the DSB and still use it?

Rock Anemone · 02/26/2006, 11:54 AM

It is safe to use the top inch or so and transport that, however once you get any lower you'll most likely run into toxic areas that shouldn't be used. You can always rinse the lower levels or just purchase some new sand.

Rock Anemone

Kigs · 02/26/2006, 03:37 PM

can i use those cheap playground sand they sell at Toys R Us? They are selling 50lbs for only 5 bucks.

Cutiewitbooty · 02/26/2006, 03:46 PM

well in a 10 gal a DSB is useless, you need at least 2'x2' for it to work. I don't even think it would be worth it in a 29 gal, i would just go with a SSB and the added water valume would benifit your tank more than a tiny DBS which is useless in such a small tank.

Kigs · 02/26/2006, 09:47 PM

is there a link with more info on the minimum size for a DSB? i was never aware of it. i do see plenty of life in my DSB in a 10g, plus it looks much nicer.

i know southdown sand at home depot could be used for a DSB but anyone familiar with the sand they sell at toys r us? i think it's the sand used for children's sandboxes.

Scuba_Dave · 02/26/2006, 10:54 PM

What do you consider a DSB? Most people think 6-7" is a DSB

Kigs · 02/26/2006, 11:47 PM

10g has at least 4'' if i do decide to go ahead with a DSB in a 29g and i go for ~7'', would it still be ineffective?

Cutiewitbooty · 02/27/2006, 07:41 AM

you should go to the nano forums and ask about DSBs and nano aquariums and they will be able to give you alot of info on it.

02/26/2006, 11:33 AM	#1
Kigs Moved On Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: LI, NY Posts: 2,182	moving DSB? I'm moving my 10g to a 29g. I heard in the past that you cannot use your old DSB because it releases toxic, is that true? Or can I just scoop the top few inches of the DSB and still use it?

02/26/2006, 11:54 AM	#2
Rock Anemone S.C.U.B.A. :) Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: California Posts: 7,674	It is safe to use the top inch or so and transport that, however once you get any lower you'll most likely run into toxic areas that shouldn't be used. You can always rinse the lower levels or just purchase some new sand. Rock Anemone __________________ Johnny Love Current Tank Info: <><

02/26/2006, 03:46 PM	#4
Cutiewitbooty Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Alaska For 18 Years, Now Cape Coral, Florida Posts: 2,795	well in a 10 gal a DSB is useless, you need at least 2'x2' for it to work. I don't even think it would be worth it in a 29 gal, i would just go with a SSB and the added water valume would benifit your tank more than a tiny DBS which is useless in such a small tank. __________________ WARNING: Taking my advice may result in personal injury and/or jail time. ~Amber~

02/27/2006, 07:41 AM	#8
Cutiewitbooty Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Alaska For 18 Years, Now Cape Coral, Florida Posts: 2,795	you should go to the nano forums and ask about DSBs and nano aquariums and they will be able to give you alot of info on it. __________________ WARNING: Taking my advice may result in personal injury and/or jail time. ~Amber~

02/26/2006, 03:37 PM	#3
Kigs Moved On Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: LI, NY Posts: 2,182	can i use those cheap playground sand they sell at Toys R Us? They are selling 50lbs for only 5 bucks.

02/26/2006, 09:47 PM	#5
Kigs Moved On Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: LI, NY Posts: 2,182	is there a link with more info on the minimum size for a DSB? i was never aware of it. i do see plenty of life in my DSB in a 10g, plus it looks much nicer. i know southdown sand at home depot could be used for a DSB but anyone familiar with the sand they sell at toys r us? i think it's the sand used for children's sandboxes.

02/26/2006, 10:54 PM	#6
Scuba_Dave EMERTXE YID Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Asylum, South of Boston, MA Posts: 10,362	What do you consider a DSB? Most people think 6-7" is a DSB

02/26/2006, 11:47 PM	#7
Kigs Moved On Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: LI, NY Posts: 2,182	10g has at least 4'' if i do decide to go ahead with a DSB in a 29g and i go for ~7'', would it still be ineffective?