Aquaforest AF Lava Soil 5 L

Aquaforest AF Lava Soil is a black, volcanic, mineral rich substrate for planted aquariums. Its porous, lightweight structure gives plant roots room to spread, improves water circulation through the bed, and offers a large surface area for beneficial bacteria, all of which support healthy long term plant growth.

• Porous volcanic structure promotes strong, healthy roots
• Large surface area encourages beneficial bacteria
• Enriched with essential minerals for plant health
• Improves circulation and biological filtration in the substrate bed
• Pre-rinsed for a quick, low mess setup

Spread AF Lava Soil as a base substrate layer, then plant into it directly or cap it with aqua soil or sand. Fill the tank partially, add your plants, then top off the water slowly to avoid disturbing the bed. A typical layer is a few centimeters deep, with more depth for heavily rooted aquascapes.

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What is AF Lava Soil used for?
It is a base or standalone substrate for planted aquariums, supporting plant roots, beneficial bacteria, and water circulation through the substrate bed.

How deep should the layer be?
A few centimeters works as a base layer. Use more depth for aquascapes with heavy root feeders.

Do I need to rinse it first?
It comes pre-rinsed, so setup is quick. A brief rinse never hurts if you want the clearest possible startup.

Can I use it under aqua soil?
Yes. AF Lava Soil works well as a porous base layer beneath aqua soil or on its own.