{"product_id":"estes-black-aquarium-sand-5-lb-for-marine-freshwater-tanks-ph-neutral","title":"Estes Black Aquarium Sand, 5 lb for Marine \u0026 Freshwater Tanks, pH-Neutral","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstes black aquarium sand is a 5 lb (2.27 kg) substrate for marine and freshwater tanks, with a pH-neutral, non-toxic formulation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor marine and freshwater aquariums — suitable for either tank type.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack sand — brings a dark color to the aquarium substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH neutral — offers a substrate with a neutral pH.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-toxic — made for aquarium use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnchors plants — helps hold aquarium plants in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 lb (2.27 kg) — provides a defined quantity of sand for your setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoosing aquarium sand means considering the tank environment, the look you want for the substrate, and whether plants need support. Estes Marine Sand is made for marine and freshwater aquariums and combines a black appearance with a pH-neutral, non-toxic formulation. Its stated plant-anchoring function also makes it relevant to aquariums where plants are part of the setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich aquarium types can use Estes Marine Sand?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEstes Marine Sand is suitable for both marine and freshwater tanks. This makes it an option for aquarium owners choosing sand for either of those environments. The sand is black, so it gives the substrate a dark color rather than a light or natural-toned appearance. The quantity is 5 lb (2.27 kg), a useful amount to consider when planning how much sand your aquarium setup calls for.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade for marine aquariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso suitable for freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack-colored sand in a 5 lb (2.27 kg) quantity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the sand’s pH and safety profile?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sand is pH neutral and non-toxic. These are relevant characteristics when selecting a substrate for an aquarium, whether the tank is marine or freshwater. The product is also described as environmentally friendly, providing another specific attribute to weigh when choosing aquarium sand. These details identify the sand’s stated characteristics without implying an unprovided water-treatment effect or a guaranteed result for a tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeutral pH.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-toxic formulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnvironmentally friendly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this aquarium sand help anchor plants?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Estes aquarium sand is designed to anchor plants, making plant support one of its stated uses in an aquarium. It can be considered when choosing a substrate for a setup that includes plants, as well as for the black color it brings to the aquarium floor. The product’s stated use is as aquarium sand; no additional plant-care function is claimed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports the stated purpose of anchoring plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack sand for aquarium substrate use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEstes Marine Sand is suited to aquarium owners looking for black sand for a marine or freshwater tank, particularly when plant anchoring is part of the intended setup. Its defining details are a 5 lb quantity, neutral pH, non-toxic formulation, and stated use for anchoring plants.\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: Can Estes Marine Sand be used in freshwater and marine aquariums?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Estes Marine Sand is made for both marine and freshwater tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does Estes aquarium sand help anchor plants?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Estes aquarium sand is designed to anchor plants in an aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Estes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55659667194199,"sku":"B004LOIIKA","price":56.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/4780\/0663\/files\/estes-aquarium-sand-front-view.jpg?v=1793309907","url":"https:\/\/bathpetsupplies.co.uk\/products\/estes-black-aquarium-sand-5-lb-for-marine-freshwater-tanks-ph-neutral","provider":"BathPetSupplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}