2007-07-18 12:34:02 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Fish
Figure about 1 lbs per gallon. A 20 long will need more than a 20 high. A 20 high and a 25 will need the same. Likewise, a 20 long and a 29 will need the same. This is because they "footprint" can be the same, even though the volume differs greatly. The 1 lbs per gallon is a very vague estimate. You need 1-1.5" to secure most plastic plants. You really don't NEED gravel...
2007-07-18 14:03:39 · answer #1 · answered by something_fishy 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
1 to 1.5 pounds of gravel per gallon of water. It is a fairly consistent rule (but it only works for standard measure tanks).
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2007-07-18 19:38:30 · answer #2 · answered by nosoop4u246 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I don't go by pounds I put in 2 inches of gravel if I am planting real plants and less if I am not.
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2007-07-18 19:37:26 · answer #3 · answered by MudFrog 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the shape of your aquarium. Usually, people shoot for between 1 to 2 inches. Like the previous poster stated, more if you're going for live plants.
2007-07-18 19:39:10 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
It doesn't go by pounds. Your gravel should be 1" in the front of the tank and 2 inches toward the back. You shouldn't have more than 2" covering the bottom of the tank.
2007-07-18 21:28:28 · answer #5 · answered by danielle Z 7 · 0⤊ 6⤋