Sand Mix

[klim]

Hi Reefers, can I check whether reefer mix different sand in the tank or lay them in layer? If layer, which type will be first to start, ie starting from the bottom tank.

Appreciate your advice and info.

[acidjazz]

some reefers tend to mix grade 1 and grade 0 sand. Its all about personal preference. Personally, i only use grade 1 sand bcuz mixing the sand wld result in uneven sand.

[klim]

I have a higher grade sand...think is #15, thinking of adding a finer sand for better look.

[Kelmen]

Just my opinion:

I guess the finer should stay at bottom, bigger size at top.

If finer at top, they may slide down, so may as well put finer at bottom.

Also may act as sand storm reducer. hehe...

[ervine]

usually the bigger ones will tend to "rise" up to the top when mixed... so you'll tend to get bigger particles on top and smaller ones below...

If you are going for a DSB then you should only have grade 0 sand.. maybe with a layer of larger grade over it for decorative purposes (and preventing sand storms)