I like the fact that with dolomite, I don't worry about the pH. It stays 7.6 to 8.0.
Sounds like with the Aragamax I'd never have to worry about pH - in fact if you believe the CaribSea FAQs, it'll be 8.4-9.0.
(Is it possible to be too high for the Neolamprologus similis?!)
Does the Eco Complete sand provide sufficient buffering so that I would be pH worry-free using it?
In either case, do you think it is possible (or wise) to run an undergravel filter with sand?
I understand there is the issue of the sand clogging the filter plate and likely getting into the power heads.
Currently I have a layer of dolomite on top of the filter plate, then a drop ceiling "egg crate" grid with more dolomite on top.
So... I was thinking about:
- Removing the dolomite down to the egg crate
- Putting a sheet of landscape fabric on top of the egg crate
- Putting the sand on top of the fabric
- Running the undergravel filter in reverse mode
How dumb would that be?
Thanks.