Sand vs. Barebottom?

[mandyplo]

Originally Posted by Myka

You found a source for real starboard? I can't find any around here, and most people have trouble locating it. Lot of people use the HDPE sheets. HDPE should come in an array of colors.

What kind of Goby? Some fish need sand to be comfortable. Without sand you can't have some fish. Since you are going to have an LPS/Zoa tank I would suggest you use a 1" coarse sand layer. You can vacuum that to its full depth to help keep it clean. You can also use critters like Fighting Conchs, Nassarius Snails, and Cerith Snails to keep it clean.

I think if that's your idea use white starboard/HDPE instead of tile, and put the sand on top. Some people do that.

I didn't really find anyone in my town who sells starboard I just looked it up online for info and a price. I live in a small town if it was sold locally it would be 2x more expensive than buying online anyways, this town is rediculous.
I have a yellow watchman goby. He does have a home in a hole in one of my live rock peices... Im not sure if it's dug into the sand per se.
How coarse of a sandbed would you recommend if I did go with 1" depth and wanted to be able to vacuum it?