Bellinayu, Lemon Lemon, Ah Siang: thanks so much for the responsive reply guys. I'm currently serving NS (still a lousy cadet) so won't have much time to think about adding livestocks yet. which is why i intend to cycle the tank as much as possible until i get out of the course due to my flat feet which is hopefully very soon.
In that case, which brand of sand would you guys recommend? I've visited several marine shops but mainly Aquamarin cause they seem to be rather popular.
Onizuka : thanks for the heads up regarding the sale of the live sand but i don't think i want to wait any further if normal sand is sufficient enough. AFter all, got this good friday to spend on washing up the sand. Thanks again for the heads up but if i do change my mind, i'll send you a PM.