{"product_id":"aquatic-experts-tidal-75-aquarium-filter-floss-pads-12-pack-dual-density-media","title":"Aquatic Experts Tidal 75 Aquarium Filter Floss Pads, 12-Pack Dual-Density Media","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquatic Experts Filter Floss Pad is a 12-pack of dual-density mechanical filter media designed to trap coarse debris and finer particles in aquarium filtration.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo fiber densities in one pad — catches larger debris and finer particles that contribute to cloudy water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecut for the Tidal 75 filter — fits its tray without trimming and directs water through the pad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from polyester fibers — rinse and reuse each pad several times before replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA without dyes — a straightforward material choice for aquarium filtration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor fish, turtle and other aquatic pet filters — usable in more than one kind of aquatic setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood scraps and other debris can remain in circulating aquarium water, while smaller particles may contribute to cloudiness. This filter pad combines two mechanical filtration stages in a single piece, making it useful during routine aquarium maintenance and after water changes. Its precut shape is intended for Tidal 75 filter keepers who want a ready-to-fit pad rather than media that needs trimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the dual-density pad filter water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pad uses an open-fiber layer to catch larger particles first, followed by a denser fiber network that traps finer particles. Together, the layers provide coarse mechanical filtration and fine water polishing in one pad; the finer stage targets particles associated with cloudy water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe open weave is the coarse-catching side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dense layer captures smaller particles after water passes through the open fibers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe two-stage design brings both particle sizes into one filter pad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this pad fit a Tidal 75 filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Each pad is precut for the Tidal 75 filter, so there is no need to trim the media to fit its tray. The close fit is designed to prevent water from bypassing the pad, directing filter flow through both filtration layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe pack contains 12 filter floss pads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecut sizing saves the step of shaping filter media by hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor other fish, turtle or aquatic pet filters, the pad can also be used; the exact precut fit is for the Tidal 75.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I position and care for the pad?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in flowing water in the filter tray with the open-weave side facing the incoming flow. This orientation lets the coarser layer encounter larger debris before water reaches the denser polishing layer. Rinse the polyester pad and reuse it several times before replacing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the open-weave side toward incoming water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinsing allows several reuses before replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor added biological filtration, pair the pad with Aquatic Experts AquaMaze Bio Media after the FilterFirst pad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat aquarium setups can use this filter floss?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pad is made for mechanical filtration in fish tanks, turtle tanks and other aquatic pet filters. The brand notes that the dual-density media can help produce clearer-looking water within days, and that cleaning the pad reveals the debris it has trapped compared with a standard single-layer filter pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for fish and turtle tank filtration as well as other aquatic pet filters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaning makes collected debris visible for comparison with single-layer pads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe polyester fibers are made without dyes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 12-pad set suits aquarium keepers looking for dual-stage mechanical filtration, especially those using a Tidal 75 and wanting precut media. It is also useful for aquatic pet filters where the pad can be positioned in flowing water. Its combination of coarse and fine fiber layers, plus rinse-and-reuse construction, makes it a practical fit for routine debris filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does the Aquatic Experts Filter Floss Pad fit the Tidal 75?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The Aquatic Experts Filter Floss Pad is precut for the Tidal 75 filter tray, so it does not need trimming and is designed to direct water through the pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How do I position and reuse the Aquatic Experts Filter Floss Pad?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Place the Aquatic Experts Filter Floss Pad in flowing water with its open-weave side facing incoming flow. Rinse and reuse the polyester pad several times before replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Aquatic Experts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55678118691159,"sku":"B0F3JXZ3FM","price":43.03,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/4780\/0663\/files\/aquatic-experts-filter-floss-pad-front.jpg?v=1793400077","url":"https:\/\/bathpetsupplies.co.uk\/products\/aquatic-experts-tidal-75-aquarium-filter-floss-pads-12-pack-dual-density-media","provider":"BathPetSupplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}