Description
Overview
Black Aquarium Sand creates a dark base that helps fish, plants and aquarium decor stand out. Supplied in a 1 kg pack, it can be used for decorative substrate layouts and aquascaping in freshwater and saltwater setups, subject to suitability for your aquarium inhabitants and water chemistry.
Product Details
- Product type: Decorative aquarium sand
- Color: Black
- Pack size: 1 kg
- Listed applications: Freshwater and saltwater aquarium decoration and aquascaping
Preparation and Setup
- Follow any preparation instructions supplied with the sand, including rinsing where directed.
- Do not use soap or household detergents.
- Spread gently to create your chosen layout, selecting a substrate depth appropriate for the aquarium.
- Add water carefully to minimize disturbance and allow suspended particles to settle before assessing clarity.
- Keep loose sand away from filter intakes and pump impellers.
Suitability and Care
Confirm grain size and material suitability for bottom-dwelling or sand-sifting animals before use. Do not assume the sand is pH-neutral, chemically inert or a source of plant nutrients without supporting product specifications.
Remove surface debris gently during routine maintenance, taking care not to siphon away the sand. The amount required depends on your aquarium's base area and intended substrate depth; a 1 kg pack does not provide a fixed coverage for every tank.
