JBL Sansibar White 5kg Substrate

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• Product Description

  Create a bright, clean and natural-looking aquarium with JBL Sansibar White 5kg Substrate. This fine-grained, natural white aquarium sand provides an attractive base for freshwater and marine aquariums, enhancing the appearance of colourful fish, aquatic plants and aquarium decorations. Its light colour creates a striking contrast with green plants, dark rocks and driftwood, making it an excellent choice for decorative aquascapes and natural underwater landscapes.

  JBL Sansibar White features a fine grain size of approximately 0.2–0.6 mm, providing a smooth substrate suitable for many bottom-dwelling fish. Its rounded grains help protect the sensitive barbels of fish such as Corydoras catfish and loaches, allowing them to forage naturally along the aquarium floor.

  The fine, dense structure helps prevent waste and organic debris from sinking deeply into the substrate, making routine aquarium maintenance easier. Its water-neutral properties help prevent the release of unwanted pollutants and substances that increase water hardness when used as directed.

  Made from natural granite sand without a plastic coating, JBL Sansibar White offers a practical and attractive substrate for a variety of aquarium setups. It can also be used in planted aquariums as a substrate layer, although plants with higher nutrient requirements may benefit from a nutrient-rich substrate underneath.

  The 5kg pack is ideal for smaller aquariums, partial substrate replacements or decorative aquarium layouts where a bright, natural finish is desired.

  Key Features and Benefits

  • Bright White Colour: Creates a clean, bright aquarium appearance and highlights colourful fish and plants.
  • Natural Granite Sand: Made from natural material without a plastic coating.
  • Fine Grain Size: Approximately 0.2–0.6 mm for a smooth, natural-looking substrate.
  • Gentle on Bottom-Dwelling Fish: Rounded grains help protect sensitive barbels on Corydoras and loaches.
  • Supports Plant Roots: Provides a stable base for aquatic plants.
  • Easy Aquarium Maintenance: Fine, dense granulation helps prevent waste from sinking deeply into the substrate.
  • Water-Neutral Properties: Does not significantly increase water hardness when used as directed.
  • Versatile Use: Suitable for freshwater and marine aquariums, as well as suitable terrarium setups.
  • Convenient 5kg Pack: Ideal for smaller aquariums and decorative aquascaping projects.

  Suitable For

  • Freshwater tropical aquariums
  • Marine and saltwater aquariums
  • Planted aquariums and aquascaping
  • Suitable bottom-dwelling fish, including Corydoras and loaches
  • Natural and decorative aquarium layouts
  • Suitable terrarium setups

  Directions for Use

  1. Rinse the sand briefly with clean tap water before adding it to the aquarium.
  2. Spread the substrate evenly across the aquarium base to achieve your desired depth.
  3. For plants with higher nutrient requirements, consider placing a suitable nutrient-rich substrate underneath.
  4. Fill the aquarium slowly to minimise disturbing the sand.
  5. Maintain the substrate with regular aquarium cleaning and careful removal of accumulated waste.

  Product Specifications

  • Brand: JBL
  • Product Name: Sansibar White
  • Product Type: Natural aquarium substrate
  • Colour: White
  • Material: Natural granite sand
  • Grain Size: Approximately 0.2–0.6 mm
  • Pack Size: 5kg
  • Suitable For: Freshwater aquariums, marine aquariums and suitable terrarium setups

  Important Note: JBL Sansibar White is not recommended for use with undergravel heating cables. Rinse briefly before use and avoid disturbing the substrate when filling the aquarium.