Working on a new look

[DiscusLoverJeff]

I have converted my planted 95 gallon tank to a sand bottom tank. I wanted to lighten up the tank a bit to show more of the colors of the fish. I am going to change my T5 planted bulbs over too once I figure a nice combo to bring out the blues and reds.

Here are some before and after pictures.





My ARSG females.

[Wjmulder]

That looks great! Love the blue background with the white sand!

[Bud Smith]

Your tank looks great and nice albino's- more room in the tank - need more discus now?

[DiscusLoverJeff]

I have a pair of Dark Angels who have done nothing for me as of yet so I will put them in the big tank and give them a rest from spawning. Another reason for the sand to prevent peppering as I may add a couple pigeons too.

As soon as the big piece of driftwood sinks I may call it done once I get it positioned the way I want it. More room means happier fish!

[Bud Smith]

I have a pair of Dark Angels who have done nothing for me as of yet so I will put them in the big tank and give them a rest from spawning. Another reason for the sand to prevent peppering as I may add a couple pigeons too.

As soon as the big piece of driftwood sinks I may call it done once I get it positioned the way I want it. More room means happier fish!

I agree with the peppering - I like a good plan

[Second Hand Pat]

I like the change alot Jeff. Bet the fish will be happier too.

[DiscusLoverJeff]

Any recommendations for the German Rams to hide and spawn in? I heard they like caves but never seen them go in the ones I had; maybe because the plecos always took them first, lol.

[Second Hand Pat]

Their own tank?

[DiscusLoverJeff]

Noooo more tanks until I get 2 more jobs and the days become 48 hours instead of 24. Never seems to be enough time in a day to take care of everything and have a life. Oh wait, what's that?

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[Wes]

Jeff, wondering do you see a big time savings vacuuming sand versus the gravel? I do like the new look.

[Eddie]

I like the sand a lot. Looks nice!

[DiscusLoverJeff]

The gravel as a planted tank was about 4" deep and did require extra time cleaning, but the plants thrived in it so I did achieve what I was looking for.

As for the sand, very easy to clean with only a half inch base.

Now for someone wanting a planted tank substrate, I have the perfect established substrate for sale.

[Bud Smith]

Noooo more tanks until I get 2 more jobs and the days become 48 hours instead of 24. Never seems to be enough time in a day to take care of everything and have a life. Oh wait, what's that?

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Maybe some one in your family can help with the tanks