How much gravel for fish tank calculator
If you are setting up a fish tank, this calculator will give you an idea of how much gravel you will need for your aquarium. It will calculate the amount of gravel, as well as determine how much soil you might need if you have a planted fish tank.
How deep should the gravel be in my aquarium?
For a fish-only tank, you should be fine with 1 to 2 inches of gravel.
How much plant substrate do I need?
If you are planning on adding live plants, you will want a one inch layer of aquarium soil beneath the gravel. Aquarium soil is typically made from mineral-rich volcanic rock or clay gravel. It is about 12% lighter in weight than rock gravel, but the actual weight varies by manufacturer.
How much aquarium substrate do I need?
As a general rule of thumb, you will need one pound of gravel for every gallon in your fish tank.
How much substrate quick reference
Here’s a quick reference guide of gravel for common tank sizes. Refer to the calculator to adjust tank sizes, as well as get a breakdown for planted tanks.
How much gravel for 2.5 gallon tank? You would need for a 2.5 gallon tank.
How many pounds of gravel for 5 gallon tank? You would need for a 5 gallon tank.
How much gravel do I need for a 10 gallon tank? You would need for a 10 gallon tank.
How many lbs of gravel for 20 gallon tank? You would need for a 20 gallon tank.
How much gravel do I need for a 20 gallon tank? You would need for a 2.5 gallon tank.
How much gravel for 29 gallon tank? You would need for a 29 gallon tank.
How much gravel for 30 gallon tank? You would need for a 30 gallon tank.
How much gravel for 40 gallon tank? You would need for a 40 gallon tank.
How much gravel do I need for a 55 gallon fish tank? You would need for a 55 gallon tank.
