Andy265
Member
Hi i am at the planning stage for my 6ft shallow set up, how would people recommend that i set up the substrate my idea was to do a layer of course gravel in mesh media bags and build up areas that i want then cover with either planted soil, potting compost or similar and then cap that with swimming pool sand
Obviously it is a large footprint tank to cover so trying to keep cost down but want to try and avoid any issues that involve me pulling it apart again at a later date.
What would be the best cheapest way to do the plant soil ? aquarium soil or potting compost ? Could i run into issues using the potting compost due to the amount needed and excessive nutrients?
Is swimming pool sand sufficient to cap the planted soil ? Am thinking a school of corydora so want a light substrate to stop any harm to them.
Thanks
Obviously it is a large footprint tank to cover so trying to keep cost down but want to try and avoid any issues that involve me pulling it apart again at a later date.
What would be the best cheapest way to do the plant soil ? aquarium soil or potting compost ? Could i run into issues using the potting compost due to the amount needed and excessive nutrients?
Is swimming pool sand sufficient to cap the planted soil ? Am thinking a school of corydora so want a light substrate to stop any harm to them.
Thanks