{"product_id":"aquazoi-sludge-clean","title":"Aquazoi Sludge Clean","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAquazoi Sludge Clean\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquazoi Sludge Clean\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-potency bacterial concentrate that controls the solid waste and organic sludge that build up in ponds, lakes and aquaculture systems. It is made for South African koi and goldfish keepers, water-feature owners, hatchery operators and anyone managing larger bodies of water who wants a natural way to tackle muck on the bottom. The formula is 100% natural, non-toxic and biodegradable, and it contains no chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDissolves organic sludge:\u003c\/strong\u003e the concentrated bacteria break down accumulated solid waste in ponds, lakes and aquaculture environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreaks down dead algae:\u003c\/strong\u003e helps clear decaying algae before it adds to the layer of sludge on the bottom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelps reduce disease-causing organisms:\u003c\/strong\u003e less decaying organic matter leaves a cleaner environment for fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports faster fish growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e according to the manufacturer, it promotes faster growth in fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive under 12°C:\u003c\/strong\u003e the bacteria keep working in cooler water, which is useful through chilly winters on the Highveld and in other colder regions of South Africa.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical-free formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e contains no chemicals and is 100% natural, non-toxic and biodegradable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe for the whole system:\u003c\/strong\u003e harmless to pipes, humans, birds, fish and plant life, so it can be used around planted ponds and in areas wildlife visits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong shelf life:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-month shelf life, so you can keep stock on hand for follow-up treatments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd Sludge Clean directly to the water. It does not need to be diluted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDose continuously, either by batch treatment (adding a measured amount by hand) or through an automated dosing system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat dosing as needed. The number of doses depends on how severe the sludge build-up is, so heavily silted ponds may need several applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 litre of Sludgeclean treats 30,000 litres of water. Work out your pond or tank volume first, then dose at this rate. Add further doses as needed for heavy accumulations of solid waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish ponds, including koi and goldfish ponds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFountains and decorative water features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGolf course ponds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish hatcheries and aquaculture environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLakes and larger ponds with accumulated solid waste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: high-potency bacterial concentrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurpose: control of accumulated solid waste and organic sludge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormula: 100% natural, non-toxic, biodegradable, contains no chemicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivity: active under 12°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment rate: 1 litre treats 30,000 litres of water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDilution: not required, added directly to the water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDosing method: batch treatment or dosing system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShelf life: 24 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Aquazoi Sludge Clean work in my pond during a South African winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. The bacteria stay active below 12°C, so treatment can continue when pond temperatures drop in the colder months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to dilute Sludge Clean before adding it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. It goes straight into the water without dilution. You can dose by hand as a batch treatment or through a dosing system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much water does it treat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n1 litre of Sludgeclean treats 30,000 litres of water. Measure your pond or tank volume to work out your dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe for my koi, water plants and visiting birds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is harmless to fish, plant life, birds and humans. It is 100% natural, non-toxic, biodegradable and contains no chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it damage my pond pump or plumbing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. Sludge Clean is harmless to pipes, so it is suitable for systems with pumps, fountains and connected water tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long can I store an opened supply?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSludge Clean has a 24-month shelf life, so you can keep it on hand for repeat doses when sludge or dead algae start to build up again.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AQUAZOI","offers":[{"title":"250ml","offer_id":39287051255862,"sku":"60","price":175.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1L","offer_id":39287051288630,"sku":"54","price":399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0151\/9016\/3510\/products\/aquazoi-sludge-clean-bacterial-concentrate-non-toxic-biodegradable-solution-for-aquaculture.jpg?v=1743715532","url":"https:\/\/jungleaquatics.com\/products\/aquazoi-sludge-clean","provider":"Jungle Aquatics Pet Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}