{"product_id":"fantian-aquarium-sand-for-freshwater-tanks-10-lb-fine-grain-substrate","title":"FANTIAN Aquarium Sand for Freshwater Tanks, 4.5 kg Fine-Grain Substrate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFANTIAN Aquarium Sand is a freshwater tank substrate for aquarium and reptile habitats, supplied in a 10 lb (4.54 kg) pack with 0.6–1.2 mm grains.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo toxins or foreign matter — the sand is intended for use as habitat substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine grains may contain dust — rinse the sand a couple of times before adding it to a tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquarium substrate use — the grains help absorb impurities and keep tank water clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for tank bottoms used by bettas, ants, lizards, snakes, tortoises and other reptilian pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative applications include crafts, vase filling, succulent displays and home accents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat-resistant use at stove or fireplace bases — adds visual detail and aids heat distribution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFANTIAN Aquarium Sand is made for buyers who want a fine-grain substrate for a freshwater aquarium or a habitat base for small pets. It also serves decorative projects beyond the tank, so the sand can be chosen for both habitat and craft applications. Rinsing before aquarium use is an important preparation step because the fine grains can carry dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does FANTIAN Aquarium Sand do in a tank?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs aquarium substrate, FANTIAN Aquarium Sand helps absorb impurities and keep the water clean. Rinsed sand can also make the tank appear brighter, adding a light, sleek visual finish to the aquarium base. The grains are intended to sit at the bottom of a tank rather than serve as a standalone water treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for the base of freshwater tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine sand with 0.6–1.2 mm grains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I prepare FANTIAN Aquarium Sand before use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse FANTIAN Aquarium Sand with water a couple of times before placing it in a tank. The fine sand has some dust, so rinsing is the stated preparation step for aquarium use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash before adding the sand to the aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe pack contains 10 lb (4.54 kg) of sand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich pets can use FANTIAN Aquarium Sand as habitat substrate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFANTIAN Aquarium Sand is intended for the bottoms of tanks for bettas, ants, lizards, snakes, tortoises and other reptilian pets. Its stated habitat uses span freshwater aquariums and enclosures for reptiles and other small pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for tank-bottom use with bettas and ants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso intended for lizards, snakes, tortoises and other reptilian pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat decorative projects can use FANTIAN Aquarium Sand?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFANTIAN Aquarium Sand can be used in crafts and home décor, as well as at the base of stoves or fireplaces. Its decorative applications include wedding ceremonies, succulent and cactus displays, hourglass refills, vase filler, zen gardens, incense burner holders and candle décor; fireplace and stove use is intended to enhance appearance and aid heat distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor decorative projects such as crafts, wedding décor and home accents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor stove and fireplace bases where heat-resistant sand is useful.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFANTIAN Aquarium Sand suits freshwater aquarium owners and people preparing tank-based habitats for the listed pets, as well as makers using sand in decorative projects. Its fine 0.6–1.2 mm grains, 10 lb pack and range of aquarium, habitat and décor applications make it a versatile substrate choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSand\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: How much FANTIAN Aquarium Sand is in the pack, and what is the grain size?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: FANTIAN Aquarium Sand comes in a 10 lb (4.54 kg) pack with grains measuring 0.6–1.2 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Should I rinse FANTIAN Aquarium Sand before putting it in a tank?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. FANTIAN Aquarium Sand can contain dust, so rinse it with water a couple of times before adding it to the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"FANTIAN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55679711674711,"sku":"B0D11D85Z3","price":73.42,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/4780\/0663\/files\/fantian-aquarium-sand-grain-pile.jpg?v=1793416662","url":"https:\/\/bathpetsupplies.co.uk\/products\/fantian-aquarium-sand-for-freshwater-tanks-10-lb-fine-grain-substrate","provider":"BathPetSupplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}