{"product_id":"aquaforest-af-synthetic-rock-shelves","title":"Aquaforest AF Synthetic Rock - Shelves","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAquaforest AF Synthetic Rock - Shelves\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquaforest AF Synthetic Rock - Shelves\u003c\/strong\u003e is a man-made reef rock option for aquarists who want to build clean, stable marine scapes without the risks often associated with natural live rock. Designed for reef systems, these flat shelf-shaped pieces are ideal for creating ledges, platforms and coral display areas while also contributing to biological filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from natural, lightweight materials for easier handling and aquascaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly porous structure supports colonisation by beneficial bacteria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used as part of your aquarium’s filtration system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps maintain long-term biological balance in the tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains calcium carbonate, which supports pH and KH stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePromotes conditions that assist coral skeleton growth and calcification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTested to ensure it does not release unwanted substances into the water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLooks similar to natural live rock without introducing nuisance pests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree from algae, parasites, contaminants and other invasive organisms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be bonded easily with AF Stone Fix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse the rock in RO water before placing it in the aquarium. Arrange the shelf pieces as needed to create overhangs, platforms and open reef structures. If any pieces crack during transport, fragments can be joined again using Stone Fix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to marine and reef aquariums. For freshwater use, AF Rock should only be placed in water with a pH above 7.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Synthetic shelf rock for aquascaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 18 kg \/ 40 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStructure: Lightweight and porous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral flat, shelf-like rock pieces suitable for building coral platforms and reef display structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use Aquaforest AF Synthetic Rock - Shelves in a reef tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is designed for marine and reef aquariums, where its porous structure supports beneficial bacteria and its shelf shape helps create coral ledges and display platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to rinse the rock before use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Rinse all pieces in RO water before adding them to your aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this rock safe compared with natural live rock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is laboratory tested not to leach unwanted chemicals and is free from algae, parasites, pests and other harmful hitchhikers often associated with natural live rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this rock be used in freshwater aquariums?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, but only in freshwater aquariums where the pH is above 7.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if a piece breaks during transport?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause the rock is highly porous, breakage can happen in transit. Broken sections can be rejoined using AF Stone Fix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much rock is included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis pack contains 18 kg \/ 40 lbs of shelf-style synthetic rock, supplied as several flat pieces for aquascaping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"QUALITY MARINES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49389343637812,"sku":"5902026730792","price":3395.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0151\/9016\/3510\/files\/Aquaforest-AF-Synthetic-Rock-Shelves1.jpg?v=1794725558","url":"https:\/\/jungleaquatics.com\/products\/aquaforest-af-synthetic-rock-shelves","provider":"Jungle Aquatics Pet Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}