WIO Sands Midnight River 0,1-4 mm
- Soil like colouring
- 100 % natural origin
- Varied grain size
- Perfect complement to Soil
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Description
Midnight River Sand from the WIO Sands series by the manufacturer WIO is a matte black decorative sand with a variable grain size of 0,1 - 4 mm.
Thanks to its very dark, matte black colour, this sand is perfectly suited for use with soil. It is also ideal for creating natural-looking riverbeds. In combination with light-coloured plants or other light sand types, it allows for the creation of striking and complex contrasts.
Midnight River Sand – left dry, right wet
Sand is generally a passive substrate that does not provide nutrients for aquarium plants. Therefore, when setting up an aquarium using sand as the sole substrate, the use of substrate fertiliser may be necessary. Nutrients can be added specifically to certain areas of the aquarium using fertiliser balls or tablets, which especially benefits heavy root-feeding plants such as Cryptocorynes.
Features
- Matte black colouration
- Natural quartz sand
- Grain size from 0,1 to max. 4 mm (mixed)
- Does not harden the water
- FEHLEND
Note
All WIO sand varieties are pre-washed. Nevertheless, the manufacturer recommends briefly rinsing the sand with cold water before use to remove abrasion caused during transport. This also helps prevent sand particles from floating up when filling the aquarium.
Product Safety
Caution: risk of swallowing
Warnings:
- Dust may mechanically irritate eyes and skin. Avoid contact and rinse with water if necessary.
- Inhalation of dust may cause respiratory irritation. Handle the product only in well-ventilated areas.
- Slip hazard if material is spilled. Remove immediately.
- Small amounts may be swallowed by children or pets. Not a toy. Keep out of reach.
General information:
- Dust may form when pouring or moving dry sand. Unwashed sand may cause initial cloudiness.
- Adding large amounts at once to an established aquarium can bind detritus and cause temporary fluctuations in water parameters.
- Use with cotton filter media may clog filters quickly.
- Rinse thoroughly in a clean bucket before use until the water is mostly clear.
- Add slowly to the aquarium and avoid sudden depth changes. Initial cloudiness is possible and will clear through filtration. If necessary, use fine mechanical filtration for 24 - 48 hours.
- Most variants are silicate-based and largely inert. In some cases, traces of carbonates may be present. Monitor pH and KH values, especially in soft or low-buffer water.
- Colour, grain size, shape and grading may vary slightly depending on batch and lighting.
- Product is not suitable as a toy. Keep away from children and animals. Do not ingest.
- Avoid deep stirring to prevent release of detritus. Only gently vacuum the surface.
Handling instructions:
- Preparation: Rinse thoroughly and remove foreign objects.
- Distribution: Spread evenly. Do not compact too much in the aquarium. Create gentle slopes for layout design.
- Filling water: Place a plate or plastic sheet on the substrate and pour water slowly over it.
- Start phase: Keep filtration running continuously. Perform partial water changes if necessary until the water is clear.
- Ongoing maintenance: Vacuum carefully. Avoid stirring up dust.
- Compatibility: Suitable for fish, shrimp and plants when used correctly. Always acclimatise animals carefully and monitor water parameters during the first weeks.
WIO
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WIO designs and delivers products that enable customers to create small to medium sized natural landscapes that stimulate them,
reconnect them with nature, and at the same time improve their well-being.
Their team of designers, makers and natural artisans create unique products that allow people to fully enjoy nature in their daily lives.
The products are designed for the most demanding customers with a special sensitivity to nature, well-being, ecology, design, art and excellence.
Manufacturer information
| Manufacturer | |
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| Name | Wioeco Design, S.L. |
| Street | Carrer de la Cierva 9 |
| City | 08184 Barcelona |
| State | Katalonien |
| Country | Spanien |
| hello@wio.eco | |
| Website | www.wio.eco |
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Beautiful dark sand, fits perfectly with my Galapos Rocks or with black pebbles. But please wash it thoroughly beforehand. Looks very natural!
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Wunderschöner Sand
Wunderschöner dunkler Sand , passt perfekt zur meinen Galapos Rocks oder zu schwarzen Pebbles. Aber bitte vorher gründlich waschen. Sieht sehr natürlich aus!
I ordered this sand because I wanted something to complement my soil substrate, and I have to say the sand looks very natural. (read more)
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Sieht wirklich super schön aus!
Habe diesen Sand bestellt, da ich eine Ergänzung zu meinem Soil Boden haben wollte und muss sagen das der Sand sehr natürlich aussieht. Er ist nicht nur schwarz sondern hat verschiedene Farbtöne, auch die Körnung ist unterschiedlich groß, wirklich sehr schön!
Leider muss der Sand sehr sehr gut gewaschen werden, ansonsten hat man Midnight auch in seinem Aquarium :)
Unfortunately I have to agree with the previous reviewer: the sand contains tons of fine dust and needs very, very intensive rinsing before you can even think about using it in... (read more)
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So nicht
Leider muss ich meinem Vor-Kommentator recht geben: der Sand enthält Unmengen feinen Staubs und bedarf sehr, sehr intensiven Auswaschens bevor man auch nur an die Verwendung im Aquarium denken kann. Zwar gibt der Hersteller die Minimumkörnung mit 0,1mm an, trotzdem mag ich diesen hohen Staubanteil nicht akzeptieren. Dann greife ich doch lieber zu dunklem Soil (den ich im neuen Scape nicht verwenden wollte, da ich Reste meiner verbliebenen Tropica Substrate Nutrition aufbrauchen wollte) und erspare mir langwierige Waschorgien. Der Sand selbst sieht ansprechend aus aufgrund unterschiedlicher Korngröße und Farbvarianz (gelbliche, bräunliche, selbst wenige weiße Körnchen sind darunter) und für einen schwarzen Sand durchaus lebendig.
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