Thoughts on black sand

[albert_dao]

It has a ton of magnetic particles, so if you use a magnet cleaner, it's a real hassle.

[mmatt]

Originally Posted by albert_dao

It has a ton of magnetic particles, so if you use a magnet cleaner, it's a real hassle.

Really? That def sounds like a pain. Well def don't want to introduce that stuff into my system. Thanks guys

[e46er]

My current 180 and last 250 both had black sand.
Not magnetic at all.
I much prefer the look over white sand.

[mmatt]

Originally Posted by e46er

My current 180 and last 250 both had black sand.
Not magnetic at all.
I much prefer the look over white sand.

I like the look for sure but this video has def pushed me away from it.

Caribsea Tahitian Moon Sand - Toxic Heavy Metals
https://youtu.be/tiU9qsxPhe4

[e46er]

Wow.

I used I think it was called Hawaiian black?? It was a while ago but it’s not metallic

[mmatt]

Originally Posted by e46er

Wow.

I used I think it was called Hawaiian black?? It was a while ago but it’s not metallic

I'm.sure that's the one. Maybe they changed it recently. Put additives in it. Either way I think I will steer clear just to be on the safe side

[Dearth]

If I had to redo my tank I would love to go the black sand route mostly because it looks pleasing to the eye and it’s something different