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Post by brenda on Nov 30, 2008 12:36:00 GMT -5
Well, I changed my 90 gallon over to sand. Well, it is actually argonite that looks like sand. I washed it but it still caused me a panic because when I put it in the tank it was totally milky.  I did this on Friday here is a milky pic and pics from today. Yesterday I did a water change and rinsed my filters. I really love the look of sand it really makes a difference to a tank. Before...  After   |
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Post by Carl on Nov 30, 2008 14:46:22 GMT -5
Looks really sharp Brenda  I used aragonite a lot in my marine set ups, with proper care it can be helpful with nitrate control as well. Carl |
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Post by ctendoh on Nov 30, 2008 14:50:44 GMT -5
Wow, Brenda, that turned out really really nice!!! What kinds of rocks are those? Carl, if it helps control nitrate, does that wear out after a period of time, or is it something else? I'd be very interested in trying this in a tank at college...
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Post by brenda on Nov 30, 2008 15:52:28 GMT -5
I really don't know what the rocks are called...I got them at a LFS. Sorry. Thanks guys I thought it turned out nice as well...I wasn't to sure at first though.
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Post by goldenpuon on Nov 30, 2008 16:42:18 GMT -5
Nice job Brenda! It looks really good.
It's also nice to see you on again Clint!
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Post by murdock6701 on Nov 30, 2008 18:11:25 GMT -5
beautiful job Brenda! hope it's not a bear to keep it that immaculately clean! good luck!
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Post by bikeguy33 on Nov 30, 2008 18:36:00 GMT -5
wow....looks awesome....and it is more natural than gravel in most aquascapes. i am with john tho.....i hope you are able to keep it clean....altho your base looks thin enough that that shouldnt be a problem. keep up the good work....
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Post by Carl on Nov 30, 2008 18:39:00 GMT -5
Wow, Brenda, that turned out really really nice!!! What kinds of rocks are those? Carl, if it helps control nitrate, does that wear out after a period of time, or is it something else? I'd be very interested in trying this in a tank at college... The rocks appear to be "waterfall rock", at least that is what they were called at the local rock quarrey where we picked them up for our business. The fine sand does not necessarily "wear out" but it must be maintained so as to not allow sulfide reduction. Arogonite sand is not a good idea for low pH preferring fish since it will tend to buffer the water higher (although high DOC can negate this). The other problem with maintenance is that detritus can easily colloect on the surface with poor or low maintenance (which I know Brenda gives her tanks A-1 Care!) See these articles for more about sand and nitrates: Hydrogen Sulfide production in anaerobic De-Nitrification for Aquarium/Pond Nitrate RemovalAquarium NitratesCarl |
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Post by brenda on Nov 30, 2008 18:50:37 GMT -5
Thanks again guys!!! I love the look of sand. It was a pain thought to change over...A LOT of work, but I think well worth it for the turnout. I too hope I am able to keep it looking this good...I'm sure it'll take some practice learning to take care of it but I think I am ready for it.
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Post by Carl on Nov 30, 2008 18:54:04 GMT -5
Thanks again guys!!! I love the look of sand. It was a pain thought to change over...A LOT of work, but I think well worth it for the turnout. I too hope I am able to keep it looking this good...I'm sure it'll take some practice learning to take care of it but I think I am ready for it. Yes it does look VERY nice, so I hope you do not take my answer to Clint's question as criticism, i just wanted to point out what is/may be involved  Carl |
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Post by eve on Nov 30, 2008 23:36:50 GMT -5
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Post by ctendoh on Dec 1, 2008 5:58:38 GMT -5
oooh, I was just taking another peek, and I noticed sand on top of your rocks... is that your touch, or just settling from the milkiness?
whatever it is, I love it!
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Post by Crazy4Fish on Dec 1, 2008 7:27:23 GMT -5
OMG! It happernd to me to! when I changed from gravel to sand It went all milky likr yours!
After about a 3 weeks I cleared and It looks fantastic.
P.S
You tank looks GREAT! Tell me, How meany gallons is it?
(My one is 33 But we are going to upgrade to 55 gallon after christmas)
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Post by brenda on Dec 1, 2008 10:37:58 GMT -5
ctendoh...No, I didn't put the sand there...It is just from settling.  crazy4fish...It is a 90 gallon tank. |
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I did this on Friday here is a milky pic and pics from today. Yesterday I did a water change and rinsed my filters. I really love the look of sand it really makes a difference to a tank. 
