Best Sand for New Shallow Sand Bed

[Patrick Cox]

I am starting an SPS system and have been bare bottom through the early stages of my cycle and now I think I want to add a shallow sand bed for aesthetic reasons. What is the best sand for this use? I assume some larger grained sand that will allow detritus to be more easily vacuumed? Any specific recommendations?

Tank is a 75G (36x24x20) with cured Pukani rock that is nearly cycled. Ammonia is processed in one day and Nitrites down to 0.1.

Any other recommendations on adding sand bed now will be appreciated.

Thanks!

 

[leicalux]

I like Tropic Eden reef sand, nice and clean with large grains.

 

[johnike]

I've always used CaribSea Seaflor Special Grade Reef Sand and been very happy with it.

 

[fishyguy7]

+1 on the Caribsea special grade

 

[bmullikin1]

tropic eden reef flakes, great stuff.

 

[Arch01]

I used Tropic Eden Mini Flakes on my most recent setup. I'd probably be a bit happier with regular flakes, but I'm still pretty happy. Cleanest sand I've ever used.

 

[Patrick Cox]

Thanks for the suggestions. I just ordered two bags of Tropic Eden Reef Flakes. Can't wait to see it!!