Rock Question, New Tank

[aquafrogstuff]

Hi all.

I'm planning a planted tank (6'x2'x2') and was wondering if anyone has had success using limestone. I realise this partictular rock will affect the pH, but I really like the look with pool filter sand, typical for cichlid tank. What other rocks are there that are inert but have the same light coloured effect?

Thanks,

Dwayne

[Bill T.]

Be very careful with rocks in aquariums. Sterlise by boiling, and avoid white rocks as they can really harden your water - consult lfs first.
Discus are so beutiful, noone will even notice the rocks anyway.

[Dave76]

Hi Dwayne

You can get light coloured river stones that IME don't affect the PH at all - the smooth round ones.

Limestone will harden the water & raise the PH

Cheers

Dave