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 #137  by odin
 
Marko2 wrote:Would this be a good substrate ?
http://www.swelluk.com/tmc-coral-gravel/
hey Marko,

That sand looks fine from the description, it is just crushed coral which will keep your PH nice and high and the colour will hide the shrimp poop :laugh: :happy:

Don't buy the large grain size as some shrimp can get stuck in it when in the tank. Just be sure it is only crushed coral substrate and not 'live sand/ live coral sand'. The live stuff is only ideal for setting up a marine tank which is NOT what we are aiming for as the living bacteria and other living things will die and you will get the biggest ammonia filled water for a very long time followed by big nitrate levels as your nitrogen cycle (tank cycle) process's it.
 #138  by Marko2
 
Ok thanks, I'm looking at the marine salt on the same site could you tell me which one would be best ? Just trying to order from the same shop to get free delivery :laugh: