Sandbed Thoughts....Part II

[StirCrazy]

Originally Posted by Fudge

Thanks Steve and Tony,

Would either of you say that your system is healthier for the change, or no noticeable difference ?

Marc.

Yes I would say it is doing better.

Originally Posted by Fudge

I was just considering a remote sandbed, but now i wonder if any at all.

I think the only thing i really would miss, would be the reflectivity of the sand making it all a bit brighter in appearance and more natural looking overall.

Marc.

I think it looks just as bright, or its not noticeable to me anyways. On a side not in a month my bottom of my tank is already 33% covered with Coraline algae.

Originally Posted by Fudge

Hmm....One should epoxy a thin layer of sand, and have the best of both worlds..heh.

Marc.

that is one of my intentions when I set up the 40 gal tank. Some one has to try it I don't like the idea of epoxying it to a cutting board as that will leave cracks for crap to fall in and it will be hard to get it out. I might try a slate bottom but I am not sure yet.

Steve