Aquael Advanced Soil Shrimp 8L

HELP ADVANCED SOIL AQUARIUM SUBSTRATES – OPERATION, SPECIFICATION AND AESTHETIC VALUES
Until recently, the most popular among aquarium substrates was quartz sand, which differs only in the diameter of individual stones and sometimes also in color. Currently, however, the market offers a lot of products with various properties, but choosing the right one has become a bit more difficult. If you want to buy a suitable substrate for an aquarium, be sure to familiarize yourself with its specificity and the requirements of all plant and animal species regarding water parameters that enable them to develop properly.

Aquarium substrates have many uses, and their presence greatly affects the functioning of the entire aquarium. For example, a substrate consisting of grains with high surface porosity is a great place for beneficial bacteria to settle in its structure. What does it mean? Effective cleaning of aquarium water from all impurities and toxins that affect both its appearance and the vital functions of fish and plants. Some aquarium substrates effectively reduce water acidity, pH and hardness, thanks to which the water favors the development of tropical fauna and flora. In addition, they can reduce the amount of algae and even extract nutrients from the water necessary to nourish plants through the roots. Interestingly, some substrates can generate a large amount of hazardous compounds at the very beginning of their use, for example for 2-4 weeks. Only after this time does the substrate achieve its target purity, and then fish can be introduced into the tank. For this reason, we encourage you to carefully read all available substrates, along with their advantages and disadvantages. This is the only way to protect yourself from health problems in fish and plants.

Japanese aquarium substrate has a beneficial effect on the plant environment, which is why it is recommended for tanks with a large amount of flora. One of the most important features of this aquarium substrate is the fact that its structure contains selected organic acids with proven effects, the presence of which limits the development of unfavorable bacteria and reduces the risk of water infection with toxic compounds. Interestingly, the very precise production process of the offered substrate guarantees the complete removal of hazardous elements, which, as a result of getting into the aquarium water, can have a negative impact on the life of fish and shrimps and on the health and appearance of plants. The porous structure is an excellent habitat for nitrifying bacteria, which improve living conditions in the water. Japanese aquarium substrate helps plants grow thanks to the successively released nutrients, and also controls the maintenance of the correct water hardness in the tank throughout its useful life.

Every aquarist knows perfectly well that aquarium substrate can also be an excellent way to increase the visual attractiveness of a given tank. Many of them use the substrate as the most important element of the aquarium decor. The substrate is dark in color and goes perfectly with light leaves and colorful vegetation. The high contrast between these shades makes the Japanese aquarium substrate unrivaled. Small granules remain on the bottom all the time and do not disturb the aquarium decor. In addition, the black color affects the well-being of crustaceans and reduces their shyness.

The substrate is completely safe to use, and its structure does not contain any toxins or factors that may have a negative effect on water and selected plants. However, it contains natural humic acids that have a beneficial effect on the reproductive processes of crustaceans and the growth of plants. We encourage you to purchase one of the substrates today in our online store. If you have any questions, call us or write to us. We will be happy to dispel any doubts about all available articles and provide comprehensive information of a technical nature and more.
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