Determining how much substrate to buy for your new aquarium depends on the size and shape of your tank, as well as the depth of the substrate bed you wish to achieve. We suggest 1 pound of substrate per gallon, to achieve a 1 inch bed or 2 pounds per gallon, for a 2 inch deep bed.

I chose 20 lbs. 10 lbs sand, covered by 10 lbs of gravel. But I have a live planted aquarium, so the sand will help with rooting.

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Determining how much substrate to buy for your new aquarium depends on the size and shape of your tank, as well as the depth of the substrate bed you wish to achieve. We suggest 1 pound of substrate per gallon, to achieve a 1 inch bed or 2 pounds per gallon, for a 2 inch deep bed.

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I chose 20 lbs. 10 lbs sand, covered by 10 lbs of gravel. But I have a live planted aquarium, so the sand will help with rooting.

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