Live rock recomendations

[mckennamichael407]

I am waiting for my waterbox marine x 60.2 to come in and getting everything wrapped up on the odds and ends. I am now trying to figure out how much live rock I should order. I mainly see 20lb boxes and then 40 or 50 lbs. I want to build it up myself but I don't want a bunch of excess that will get wasted either. I've only ever bought individual pieces from local fish stores but am planning on purchasing through topshelfaquatics or bulk reef supply. Any input would be helpful.

 

[mckennamichael407]

I am waiting for my waterbox marine x 60.2 to come in and getting everything wrapped up on the odds and ends. I am now trying to figure out how much live rock I should order. I mainly see 20lb boxes and then 40 or 50 lbs. I want to build it up myself but I don't want a bunch of excess that will get wasted either. I've only ever bought individual pieces from local fish stores but am planning on purchasing through topshelfaquatics or bulk reef supply. Any input would be helpful.

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[skyrne_isk]

@LiverockRocks Really the only choice, IMO. https://tbsaltwater.com/

 

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I am waiting for my waterbox marine x 60.2 to come in and getting everything wrapped up on the odds and ends. I am now trying to figure out how much live rock I should order. I mainly see 20lb boxes and then 40 or 50 lbs. I want to build it up myself but I don't want a bunch of excess that will get wasted either. I've only ever bought individual pieces from local fish stores but am planning on purchasing through topshelfaquatics or bulk reef supply. Any input would be helpful.

Looks like you're planning to build a dry rock scape. You might consider seeding the tank with ocean farmed products to add beneficial microorganisms. We offer smaller amounts that ship UPS to your door that would be perfect for this application:
Nano Base Rock for the Sump
Ultra Live Sand for the Display
Sand & Rox Box for the Display
Rubble Rox for Display, Overflow or Sump

Thanks for the compliment, @skyrne_isk