HAD to have it...Thanks River City Aquatics!!

[Robb_in_Austin]

I think your ok as far as the sand goes. Some don't like it because it doesn't buffer and is difficult for sand shifting fish/inverts to live in it. It might also cause some phosphate/silicate issues. If it's been running since April without difficulty I'd say it's ok. Now, un-fetal and go enjoy your fish!

You might look into upgrading that lighting though.

[Richard]

It won't hurt anything but doesn't provide the benefits mentioned. Also it is large enough grain size that it can accumulate alot of detritus eventually. So if you start having high nitrates/phosphates or algae problems then you may want to replace it with fine aragonite. Or vacuum the gravel just like you do with freshwater.

[mama]

aahhh!! that's why my phosphate has been a little off!! I am checking into that tomorrow...and yes...I will be adding another T5 strip...I did add another 36" PowerGlo flourescent just in the meantime because I had it lying around...little by little, I'll get this right!! You guys are awesome...I gotta get to the next meeting so I can put a face to these names!!!