How many pounds of aquarium gravel do you need for a 55 gallon tank?

Question

How many pounds of aquarium gravel do you need for a 55 gallon tank?

Answer 1

Usually a pound per gallon, but if you don't want to you don't have to put any gravel in, it's all preference.

Answer 2

hi i am a Marine Boilogist, you don't need a certain weight of gavel it just needs to be 2" from the bottom. and sloping from the back of the tank to the front, so the waste can run down to the front! enjoy! =]

Answer 3

maybe 30 pounds  

Answer 4

1 lb. per gallon is usually the guideline, but you can go a little more or a little less.

E-mail me for any questions!

Answer 5

Just get enough to cover the tank so its about an inch high. :)

You should theme your tank it looks good :)