CaribSea Super Naturals Aquarium Sand - White Fish Tank Sand

DESCRIPTION All natural, easy to use, and spectacular, Crystal River's unique sand sized grains are fish and plant root friendly. Perfect for rays, corys, and other bottom dwelling or sand sifting fish and invertebrates, Crystal River aids in nitrate reduction, and resists collection of detritus. CaribSea has been the leader in aquarium substrates for nearly 50 years, and is trusted in the world's most breathtaking public and home aquariums where quality matters.Features: Sand, sized approximately .5 to 1 mm. Light creamy white grainsIdeal for all freshwater aquarium, safe for marine use too Perfect for bottom dwellers, planted aquaria, community fish tanks, African cichlids, and central and South American cichlids, goldfish, and more. Ideal for natural aquascapes, no paints or dyes. Rinse before use. Includes: 20 lb of Crystal River Sand-Sized GrainsIntended For: Perfect for bottom dwellers, planted aquaria, community fish tanks, African cichlids, and central and South American cichlids, goldfish, and more.Material(s): QuartzColor: Creamy WhiteProduct Weight: 20 lbPackage Weight: .2 ozDirections:CaribSea recommends that you gently rinse this product in a clean, soap free bucket or other suitable container prior to use. With scissors cut the top corners of the bag. Prop the bag up in a bucket and insert a hose in one corner. Gently rinse and agitate with the hose while allowing the waste water to exit out the other corner (careful not to wash out the product with the effluent). open and place Super Naturals into the bottom of the aquarium. Place in decorations, rocks, etc., and fill tank with treated, conditioned, aquarium-ready water. Turn on all pumps and filters according to manufacturer's directions. Wait at least 20 minutes before adding livestock. Some cloudiness may persist for up to several hours, allow 24 hours for crystal clear water. Caution: All natural sands may contain trace minerals that can temporarily affect water pH. Monitor your water pH after adding gravel and adjust as necessary to avoid sudden pH changes.