Inert sand has been treated to remove any bacteria and stop minerals from dissolving into the water of your tank.

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Not only does sand give a great finish to a fish tank it's beneficial to the fish and the tank's ecosystem as a whole. Sand is a very popular fish tank substrate because it can help recreate the natural environment of many fish, improving their happiness while also being inexpensive and quite attractive. Unfortunately, deliveries to Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, Isle of Man, Isles of Scilly, Channel Islands, and certain Scottish offshore postcodes may not be possible. Choose from our great range of aquarium gravel and aquarium sand, which includes products by the leading manufacturers such as Marina, Caribsea, Hugo Kamishi, Hugo Kamishi, Fluval, Red Sea and TMC. We recommend you rinse the sand in a little cold water to remove any dust and particles before placing in the aquarium.We've already covered that inert sand is a good choice for cold water and tropical tanks while live sand is good for marine tanks. The highly porous structure of this gravel provides the ideal level of biological filtration, as friendly bacteria can form easily. Hiding Places for Fish: Many fish species, particularly bottom-dwellers and shy species, appreciate having hiding spots or areas where they can burrow.

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Adding fish tank gravel or sand provides bacteria with a bed to live in and ensures that your aquarium is a safe environment for your fish to live in. With the right sand substrate you can go as far as to plant aquatic plants or grow bacterial colonies that can naturally filter the water within your tank. Live sand comes in real seawater and is preloaded with millions of sea bacteria and organisms that act as a filter in your tank, keeping the water even cleaner in conjunction with your existing filter system.This gravel will not compact like other types of gravel, and it has a high buffering value which makes it ideal for marine aquariums and freshwater set ups which require a higher pH value. Live sand is generally used for marine tanks while inert sand is suited to cold water or tropical tanks. Coming in a handy size bag this pack is ideal for nano and small aquariums up to 15L and also as a 'top-up' when you need a little bit more. Natural Behavior Simulation: Sand and gravel substrates allow fish to engage in natural behaviors, such as sifting through the substrate for food, burrowing, and digging.

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Substrate for Plants: Aquarium plants often require a substrate to anchor their roots and provide them with essential nutrients. This aquarium sand is to be placed in the base of the aquarium as a bed to house plants and provides a base for rocks, stones and other aquatic ornaments.Our Aquarium Substrate Calculator can help you work out roughly how much aquarium sand or aquarium gravel to aquascape your fish tank.

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There's a surprising amount to think about when it comes to choosing an aquarium sand substrate, including how coarse it is, whether it's inert and what finish it offers. When it comes to the coarseness of the sand and the finish it offers, the key is really to choose the sand that will make your fish feel the most at home, look at their natural habitats in the wild and try to match them with a substrate similar to their home turf. Sand and gravel can serve as a suitable substrate for aquatic plants, allowing them to grow and flourish. Aqualease Ltd t/a Complete Aquatics is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, register number 729918 and act as a credit broker and not a lender. Replacements with Manufacturer Authorization: Replacements, whether parts or goods, can only be offered when authorized by the manufacturer.Replacement of Glass Bulbs/Tubes: Glass bulbs or tubes can only be replaced if they become faulty within 14 days.