{"product_id":"natural-black-aquarium-sand-1mm","title":"Natural Black Aquarium Sand 1mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eNatural Black Aquarium Sand 1mm is an ultra-fine, naturally dark substrate that creates a striking contrast against vibrant plants and colourful fish. Its fine grain size mimics natural riverbeds and is especially loved by bottom-dwelling species, while the deep black tone makes colours pop in any aquascape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFurther Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crushed granite sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrain Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aquascaping, community fish, planted tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep natural black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full tank base layer (recommended depth: 3–5cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse thoroughly before use to remove fine dust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eImportant Disclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis substrate is \u003cstrong\u003ecrushed granite\u003c\/strong\u003e and has the following properties to be aware of before purchasing:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSharp edges\u003c\/strong\u003e — not suitable for digging or burrowing catfish and other species that sift through substrate, as it may cause injury\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlightly raises pH\u003c\/strong\u003e — monitor water parameters after use, particularly in soft water setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlightly metallic\u003c\/strong\u003e — due to its mineral composition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Not suitable for shrimp tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow Much Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStandard tanks — guide only, tank footprint will determine quantity required:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60L tank\u003c\/strong\u003e → ~10kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e120L tank\u003c\/strong\u003e → ~20kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e200L tank\u003c\/strong\u003e → ~35kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlanted tanks — we recommend a minimum of 2\" (5cm) of substrate depth for healthy root development. Double the quantities above as a starting guide.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chloe's Aquatic Centre","offers":[{"title":"2kg","offer_id":53711559983426,"sku":null,"price":18.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5kg","offer_id":53711560016194,"sku":null,"price":36.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10kg","offer_id":53711560048962,"sku":null,"price":57.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20kg","offer_id":53711560081730,"sku":null,"price":83.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/0128\/8258\/files\/IMG-1320.webp?v=1779427427","url":"https:\/\/chloesaquaticcentre.com.au\/products\/natural-black-aquarium-sand-1mm","provider":"Chloe's Aquatic Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}