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Sand for Aquariums

Instead of the more expensive sands and other substrates at the fish store, go to your local hardware store. For natural sand, use play sand; for black sand, use black sandblasting sand; for white sand, use white pool filter sand.

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Silicates should be avoided, but otherwise these sands work for freshwater or saltwater tanks and are infinitely cheaper. Substrates at the fish store are between $15-$20 for 20-25 pounds. Sand at the hardware store cost between $2-$5 for 50 pounds.

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July 29, 20050 found this helpful

You can also buy sand in colors these days even at WalMart.
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June 26, 20080 found this helpful

There was a problem with play sand having bits of asbestos in it (can you believe it?). Has this been fixed?

 

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