sand depth?

[lach]

im in the process of reformatting my tank for a geo setup
i was wondering how thick the sand layer should be?
I have no idea if there is a recommended level or not but i don't want to get any bare patches on the bottom.

 

[FSM]

About an inch, maybe a bit more

If it's too deep, then apparently anaerobic pockets of instant death bacteria can form, which will probably develop into a giant black hole that will swallow all of Australia

So don't do that

 

[lach]

yeah the gases, i figure its not so much a problem with constant sand movement

 

[Fishman0]

mine is around 1-2" and never had any anerobic bacteria form...

try an inch for now, you can always add more

 

[sikoko]

i got anerobic bacteria in my sand and now madagascar is gone

 

[Fishman0]

i got anerobic bacteria in my sand and now madagascar is gone

how deep was the bed?

did you ever stir the sand to prevent possible build-up?

 

[Arok3000]

Oh this old song and dance...

 

[sikoko]

it was a joke bud

 

[lach]

i know about the bacteria im more interested in keeping a good depth so they dont dig up to bare bottom or is in inevitable?

 

[Err]

About an inch, maybe a bit more

If it's too deep, then apparently anaerobic pockets of instant death bacteria can form, which will probably develop into a giant black hole that will swallow all of Australia

So don't do that

LMFAO!