{"product_id":"seachem-flourite-black-sand","title":"Seachem Flourite Black Sand","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"aq-pd\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.aq-pd{font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,'Segoe UI',Roboto,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;color:#1a1a1a;line-height:1.6;max-width:900px;}\n.aq-pd h2{font-size:1.2em;font-weight:700;margin:1.4em 0 .5em;padding-left:10px;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;}\n.aq-pd p{margin:.6em 0;}\n.aq-pd a{color:#1155cc;text-decoration:underline;}\n.aq-lead{font-size:1.05em;}\n.aq-features{list-style:none;padding:0;margin:.6em 0;display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(240px,1fr));gap:8px;}\n.aq-features li{background:#E3F2FD;border-left:3px solid #1E88E5;padding:8px 12px;font-size:.95em;}\n.aq-compare{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:.6em 0;font-size:.92em;}\n.aq-compare th,.aq-compare td{border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;}\n.aq-compare th{background:#1E88E5;color:#fff;font-weight:600;}\n.aq-compare td:first-child{text-align:left;font-weight:600;}\n.aq-specs-table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:.93em;margin:.4em 0;}\n.aq-specs-table th,.aq-specs-table td{border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:7px 10px;text-align:left;}\n.aq-specs-table th{background:#E3F2FD;width:40%;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#E3F2FD;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding:10px 14px;margin:0 0 14px;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup only.\u003c\/strong\u003e Order online and pick this up at the store. This item does not ship.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"aq-lead\"\u003eSeachem \u003cstrong\u003eFlourite Black Sand\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium, all natural clay gravel substrate for the planted aquarium, in a fine sand grade with a deep black color that makes plants, shrimp, and fish colors pop. It is not chemically coated or treated and will not alter your pH, so it stays effective for the life of the aquarium. A perfect foundation for a planted tank. Explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/freshwater-aquarium-plants\"\u003elive aquarium plants\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/fresh-water\"\u003efreshwater\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Flourite Black Sand\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"aq-features\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNutrient rich clay:\u003c\/strong\u003e naturally supplies iron and trace elements to plant roots for strong growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNever needs replacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e stays effective for the life of the aquarium, no swapping out over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWon't change water chemistry:\u003c\/strong\u003e not coated or treated, so it will not alter pH.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep black sand grade:\u003c\/strong\u003e a fine texture that shows off plants and livestock color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse gently before adding to reduce the initial cloudiness, then lay down roughly 1 to 2 lb per gallon for a healthy planting depth. Fill the tank slowly by pouring water onto a plate or bowl so you do not disturb the bed. Flourite works best used on its own, but it can also be mixed with other gravels. A little cloudiness is normal at first and clears within a few hours as the filter runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"aq-compare\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuggested Coverage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.7 lb (3.5 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA nano to 10 gallon tank, or a top up layer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.4 lb (7 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA standard 20 to 29 gallon planted tank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"aq-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeachem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlourite Black Sand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural clay gravel substrate, fine sand grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanted freshwater aquariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCoated or Treated\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo, will not alter pH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.7 lb (3.5 kg) and 15.4 lb (7 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMade In\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to rinse it first?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA gentle rinse helps cut the initial cloudiness. Some fine dust is normal and clears within a few hours once the filter is running.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it change my water parameters?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Flourite is not chemically coated or treated and will not alter your pH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlan for about 1 to 2 lb per gallon for a good planting depth. Deeper beds suit heavily rooted plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it wear out?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Flourite stays effective for the life of the aquarium and never needs replacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Seachem","offers":[{"title":"7.7 lb (3.5 kg)","offer_id":49196512149723,"sku":"3523","price":14.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"15.4 lb (7 kg)","offer_id":49196512182491,"sku":"3525","price":26.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/flourite-black-sand.jpg?v=1788013934","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/seachem-flourite-black-sand","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}