Just a couple quick noob questions..

I agree on the hard water issue...well there really is no issue as it will be fine for most fish. The only real problems you would run into are keeping wild caught fish or if you attempt to breed softwater fish.

Cycling will probably take you that long and definitely go the fish-less route...here's a good read on cycling thanks to rbishop:

http://aquariacentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=84598
 
If the used tank you get has been sitting dry for a while, please make sure you reseal the silicone... even if it's not leaking when you pick it up! I didn't do that on mine (I didn't know any better at the time) and of course, it leaked a couple of years later. It was a huge pita.
 
Alright, picked up a 29L today from an ad on craigslist.

The tank itself is filthy however. How do you go about cleaning/scrubing the tank? I don't want to use any hard soaps, bleach, or anything else like that.

I plan on using play sand for the bottom. I read somewhere that it needs cleaned also. How would I go about cleaning it before putting it in the tank?

Thanks guys.
 
Well, after doing more in depth searching, I'll use vinager & hot water.

Just need help with pre-washing the play sand.


Thanks again.
 
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