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Powervol Base Thick Premium Aquarium Substrate Soil For Plants 3kg

I/N: 0809629

$71

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  • Unique nature inspired substrate
  • Suitable for aquariums and terrariums
  • No need to rinse before use, ready to use straight out of the bag
Discover the transformative power of our base series, your ultimate solution for creating ecosystems that are as vibrant as they are resilient. Ideal for aquariums, paludariums, and terrariums, this curated selection of base substrates combines natural aesthetic appeal with scientific functionality. imagine effortlessly molding hills, valleys, and slopes while also providing a nutrient-rich foundation teeming with vital minerals and trace elements. Here, your design elements—be it rocks, driftwood, etc—find a stable and interlocking base, laying the groundwork for a world that not only looks beautiful but functions efficiently. The porous materials in our substrates go a step further by acting as bio-filters, home to beneficial bacteria that improve water quality. moreover, the aerated structure ensures an optimal oxygen supply, transforming your base layer into a living, breathing biotope. elevate your scapes with powervol base—a 100% natural volcanic substrate offering easy topography creation, optimal root nourishment, and active bio-filtering. Ideal for aquariums, paludariums, and terrariums. description your essential building block for creating vibrant, healthy nature habitats. Crafted from 100% natural volcanic rock, this engineered substrate isn't just practical—it's also functionally advanced. By using powervol base, you’re not just laying a base and volume foundation; you’re creating a flourishing ecosystem. why powervol base: volumes and slopes: it is the perfect foundation to easily create base volumes and slopes for your scapes. Stable secure: perfect for rock and root wood base, the volcanic rocks interlock firmly to ensure stability of the hardscape. Active bio-filtering: the porous volcanic rock is home to beneficial bacteria, enhancing water quality and contributing to a balanced aquatic environment .nutrient-rich: rich in minerals and trace elements, powervol base ensures your plants receive the nutrients they need to thrive. Oxygen-rich soil: its open-pored structure allows for optimal oxygen supply, making your substrate a well-functioning biotope. key points optimal for creating volumes and slopes safe, stable foundation for rock and root wood constructions engineered from 100% natural volcanic rock active bio-filtering function for a balanced habitat ideal oxygen supply through open-pored structure characteristics color: black grain: 4-15 mm texture: porous volcanic substrate material: 100% natural engineered volcanic substrate nutrients: rich in minerals such as iron, sodium, zinc, boron, copper, nickel, etc. Packaging: available in 2 kg and 5 kg bags. usage no need to rinse the substrate before use, it's ready to use. Spread the powervol base substrate with depth of 2-4 cm of powervol evenly in the tank. Create slopes or volumes at will by adding extra powervol on top. Now, you can arrange safely and securely the hardscape on top of the powervol that provides a stable foundation. Once satisfied with the hardscape layout, cover with your chosen substrate, such as eonian series or artist series. Pour water gently on top of a hard surface to avoid upsetting the planted soil. During the initial setup period, the aquarium water may turn cloudy, but it should disappear in a few hours after turning on the filter.