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I built my leo a new 35gal tank with a fake rock wall and I just got an UTH. In my old tank I had a slate floor and I was going to do the same but the directions for the UTH say to use sand to conduct the heat. Will the tile itself conduct the heat ok or should I put sand under the tile. I know never to put the leo on sand. Thanks!
 
I have used UTH's sucessfully without sand. I see not reason for you to place sand underneath your tiles, and as always, be sure to use a good thermostat to control the heating source.
 
Actually sand works as a conductor. You may not have to use sand but it should transfer the heat to the tiles better. Try it without sand and then with the sand to see which works best.
Also maybe the sand acts like a cushion between the glass to protect it from the tile.
 
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