sandblast gravel substrate

[Philistine]

anyone know where I can get this stuff?

I used to use it in all my tanks about 10 years ago

the guy at Houston Aquatics says that he can't get it anymore

thanks

[armthehomeless]

Re: sandblast gravel substrate

I have about 25 pounds just sitting around right now...

I bought it from the store that has now become Megan's Tropical Emporium about five years ago (its closer than 10 years ago!). The safest bet is probably to just go to:

http://houstonfishbox.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=325

and start calling around unless someone else responds here.

[Philistine]

Re: sandblast gravel substrate

thanks - I used to get the stuff for like ten cents a pound back in teh day

they didn't have any at inwood aquarium either

maybe I'll check out the depot or lowes

[armthehomeless]

Re: sandblast gravel substrate

yeah ... i paid $10 for a 50lb bag. let me know if they have any at the hardware stores.

[Philistine]

Re: sandblast gravel substrate

werd

[PhishPhreek]

Re: sandblast gravel substrate

Check with the building supply stores.
they usually have 2 grades (one has fine sand mixed in)
or you may find "sandbox" sand

[armthehomeless]

Re: sandblast gravel substrate

Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't "Sandblast Gravel Substrate" just really small sized gravel?

[Philistine]

Re: sandblast gravel substrate

meh - this is a little bigger than I want but the price is right

I'm gonna see if they have some at the one by my houst (610/Ella)

http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=92130-38838-92130&lpage=none

[Philistine]

Re: sandblast gravel substrate

the stuff from lowes is decent, but really dirty

I put about 60 lbs in my 65 gallon last week

I guess I need to wash it more thoroughly next time  

[ptn25]

Re: sandblast gravel substrate

I just picked up 100 lbs bag of white sandblast sand on Garrett Rd. for $7.50 last weekend. They also have them in black, brown, & red. Call 281-456-9553 & ask for Sonya.

[Coop]

Re: sandblast gravel substrate

How well would this be if I use a Python to clean the gravel. Would this sandblast sand pose a problem. I would like to change my gravel out but it would cost way too much. Hey ptn, put some pics up of the white once you get it in your aquarium. I am trying to stay with a white base.

[ptn25]

Re: sandblast gravel substrate

Coop, I'm trying to upload some photos to the gallery, but there seems to be some problems with photo gallery. I can email you some photos if you would post your email address.

[Coop]

Re: sandblast gravel substrate

javydana99@earthlink.net

also how do you clean it?

[ptn25]

Re: sandblast gravel substrate

I think read this somewhere that the sand are so tightly pack (unlike gravel) that food & waste don't penetrate, so you you simply clean the surface of the sand during water change.

If someone has some experience with sand substrate aquarium, please corrent me if I'm wrong.

[ptn25]

Re: sandblast gravel substrate

Coop, I just posted the photo in the gallery. The white sand really makes the tank looks a lot brigther.