Geophagus substrate

I just got a few geos and currently have pea sized gravel in my tank one of the geos is 6 inches and the others are about 4 I want to make sure they are comfortable so I was going to et sand I've had pfs before and I dont like how light it is I like darker substrate so I was thinking blasting sand but idk if it will be okay for them I've heard of people using it with no I'll effects but just want to be sure thanks!

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brich999 said:

The geos ive kept spent all day sifting sand so id definitely get some sort of sand. Ive heard good things about the blasting sand, but also heard of some people finding sharp shards in it. I stick to caribsea sand because I hate washing sand, but I know it can get pricy if you dont have a good supplier and need a ton

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Yeah I'm on a budget haha I can get the blasting sand for like 8 dollars for 50 pounds

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Okay if I can't find it in finer grade what are some other dark sands that are cheap?

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Would quikcrete washed plaster sand be okay?? I need to know asap I'm at home depot right now and they have 50 pound bags for 3 bucks they have washed plaster sand and all purpose sand it feels pretty nice but let me know please!

I just went ahead and bought the plaster sand but I'm going to keep the receipt in case its not safe and I'll take it back so if someone can let me know if its good or not I'll appreciate it thanks

No one knows if washed plaster sand is okay??

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