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BarbMazz · 04-20-2008, 03:14 PM

I agree that your reef is GORGEOUS! And congrats on the new BSJF.

My question is; when adding new sand/substrate to an established tank, is it okay to put in on the top, or are you supposed to mix it in, or leave parts of the old substrate exposed in some areas?

Keep in mind I'm Brand New and my tank is just getting set up, but I think I remember reading somewhere it's important to be cautious in how one adds new substrate into an existing system, mostly to preserve bacterial growth in the existing sand bed. I could definitely be wrong about this, though!

04-20-2008, 03:14 PM	#11 (permalink)
BarbMazz Madame Klanganator Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Near Cleveland, Ohio Posts: 3,360 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: New BSJF on the way...Blue spott paradise?? I agree that your reef is GORGEOUS! And congrats on the new BSJF. My question is; when adding new sand/substrate to an established tank, is it okay to put in on the top, or are you supposed to mix it in, or leave parts of the old substrate exposed in some areas? Keep in mind I'm Brand New and my tank is just getting set up, but I think I remember reading somewhere it's important to be cautious in how one adds new substrate into an existing system, mostly to preserve bacterial growth in the existing sand bed. I could definitely be wrong about this, though! __________________ A Snail's Pace Beginning: an old lady's first reef http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...tml#post366161 ~not knowing how near the truth is we seek it far away~