deep sand bed or shallow sand bed?

Raymundoreef · 01/04/2010, 10:27 PM

I'm contemplate a deep sand bed or a shallow sand bed, anybody actully thinks it make a difference?

MandM · 01/04/2010, 10:30 PM

This is an area that has supporters on both sides. Both sides have good reasons why they prefer their depth. I currently have a 3-4" sand bed in the main display and I'm adding a remote deep sand bed in a second sump.

Daimyo68 · 01/04/2010, 10:35 PM

Ditto on what MandM said. There are views from all sides, as well as cons and pros.

I run a 1.5"-2" sandbed in the DT, and a 5"-6" sandbed in my fuge.

If your going to have a fuge, I would recommend the same as I am doing. If not, then start off as MandD said with a DSB in the DT.

Make sure to read up on which way you go, so you know what to expect as well as how to get the most from it.

Raymundoreef · 01/04/2010, 10:41 PM

what would you say are the best sandbed cleaners that wouldnt starve to death in a 55 gallon high? 36"x12"

Daimyo68 · 01/04/2010, 11:21 PM

Well, after your tank cycles, buy a CUC (Clean Up Crew) either from your LFS or online. If your not happy with them, leave them in there (they are going to clean anyways) and then there are several sand sifting fish to choose from.

01/04/2010, 10:27 PM	#1
Raymundoreef Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Florida, West Palm Beach Posts: 38	deep sand bed or shallow sand bed? I'm contemplate a deep sand bed or a shallow sand bed, anybody actully thinks it make a difference?

01/04/2010, 10:30 PM	#2
MandM sick yet brilliant Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 1,497	This is an area that has supporters on both sides. Both sides have good reasons why they prefer their depth. I currently have a 3-4" sand bed in the main display and I'm adding a remote deep sand bed in a second sump. __________________ Sheila I was emo when emo wasn't cool If your not part of the solution, you're part of the precipitate. Current Tank Info: 120g, 8g

01/04/2010, 10:35 PM	#3
Daimyo68 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: North Palm Beach, FL Posts: 2,270	Ditto on what MandM said. There are views from all sides, as well as cons and pros. I run a 1.5"-2" sandbed in the DT, and a 5"-6" sandbed in my fuge. If your going to have a fuge, I would recommend the same as I am doing. If not, then start off as MandD said with a DSB in the DT. Make sure to read up on which way you go, so you know what to expect as well as how to get the most from it. __________________ 120g, 50g Sump, SRO XP2000i, MP40W x2, DIY Hybrid LED/T5 Fixture, Apex PBMAS VP 2010-11 PBMAS 2017 President

01/04/2010, 11:21 PM	#5
Daimyo68 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: North Palm Beach, FL Posts: 2,270	Well, after your tank cycles, buy a CUC (Clean Up Crew) either from your LFS or online. If your not happy with them, leave them in there (they are going to clean anyways) and then there are several sand sifting fish to choose from. __________________ 120g, 50g Sump, SRO XP2000i, MP40W x2, DIY Hybrid LED/T5 Fixture, Apex PBMAS VP 2010-11 PBMAS 2017 President

01/04/2010, 10:41 PM	#4
Raymundoreef Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Florida, West Palm Beach Posts: 38	what would you say are the best sandbed cleaners that wouldnt starve to death in a 55 gallon high? 36"x12"