Dsb

[TracyZeuner]

I am starting a new 180g reef and going to use a deep sand bed. What kind of sand do I use. I need about 300lbs for a 4 inch bed

 

[GorillaReefer]

What kind of corals are you going to be keeping? How much flow do you plan on having? This is important to know, because if your going to be adding a lot of flow, for like SPS, you don't want to thin. I'd probably get a few bags of live sand to help with the cycle also. Not much help, but it's a start.

 

[reefnetworth]

amount is correct for a 180 @ 4" DSB. i recommend arag-alive, it has millions of bacteria to help in cycle and to keep parameters stable. the smaller grains of 1-1.5 mm will give you more surface feet per square inch for them to live. bacteria is what eats/survives on the nitrite, ammonia, and nitrate. arag-alive is the choice of most for live sand. around $15.00 per 20lb bag. REEF-ON!!!

 

[Cutiewitbooty]

most people that do a DSB on larger tanks go with playsand. It's ALOT cheaper and works good.

 

[TracyZeuner]

is there a way to do part playsand and part live sand. It would really cut down the $$$

 

[Hop]

You can use play sand and then just add a scoop of sand from an established tank. There are many, many threads on what types of sand to use.

 

[6stang9]

home depot in my area sells white play sand. it says kolorscape and is bagged by old castle. 40lbs for $3.99. i think its the smart choice.

 

[TracyZeuner]

Thank you, that will save me alot of money