UNS Controsand Tahoe

UNS Controsand Tahoe

UNS Controsand Tahoe is a natural, neutral-toned rounded pebble gravel substrate for freshwater aquariums, planted tanks, terrariums and paludariums. Custom blended by UNS for aquascaping, it suits both first-time aquascapers and experienced hobbyists looking to add natural texture, accents and contrast to their layouts.

Key Benefits

• Natural gravel blend with a versatile neutral colour palette for a wide range of popular aquascaping styles.
• Designed to support aquascaping and enhance plant growth in freshwater aquarium and terrarium setups.
• The rounded granule composition encourages strong root development, helping aquatic plants anchor securely in the substrate and absorb nutrients effectively.
• Works as a natural accent against an even-toned base substrate or can be mixed with fine-grain sand substrates for a custom aquascape.
• Complements brightly coloured aquatic plants and livestock.
• Suitable for shrimp and other bottom-dwelling species that sift through the substrate.
• Safe for fish, invertebrates and reptiles.

How to Use

• Rinse the substrate gently before use to remove finer grains.
• Distribute it in selected areas of the layout as a natural gravel accent.
• Use Tahoe on its own or combine it with other cosmetic sands to create a custom blend.
• For planted aquarium setups, use in conjunction with Ultum Nature Systems Controsoil aquarium plant substrate to achieve optimum results.

Suitable For

• Freshwater aquariums and planted tanks.
• Aquascaping layouts requiring natural gravel texture and neutral tones.
• Terrariums and paludariums.
• Shrimp and other bottom-dwelling aquarium species.

Compatibility

• Can be used alone as a decorative gravel substrate.
• Can be combined with fine-grain sand substrates and other cosmetic sands.
• Designed for use alongside Ultum Nature Systems Controsoil aquarium plant substrate.
• Important: Controsand Tahoe may alter water chemistry by raising hardness.

Specifications

• Type: Natural rounded pebble gravel decorative substrate.
• Approximate grain size: 3 ~ 5MM (approximately 0.12 ~ 0.20").
• Colour: Neutral natural gravel tone.

Available Sizes

• 3L bags
• 8L bags

What's Included

• 1x bag of UNS Controsand - Tahoe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can UNS Controsand Tahoe be used in a freshwater planted aquarium?
Yes. Tahoe is designed for freshwater aquarium use and can be used in planted tanks, including layouts where it is combined with Ultum Nature Systems Controsoil aquarium plant substrate.

Do I need to rinse Controsand Tahoe before adding it to my aquarium or terrarium?
Yes. Gently rinse the substrate first to remove finer grains, then place it in the desired areas of your layout.

Can I mix Tahoe Controsand with other sands or substrates?
Yes. It can be used alone, mixed with fine-grain sand substrates, or combined with other cosmetic sands to create a custom aquascaping blend.

Is UNS Controsand Tahoe suitable for shrimp and bottom-dwelling species?
Yes. It is suitable for shrimp and other bottom-dwelling species that sift through the substrate, and is safe for fish, invertebrates and reptiles.

Will Tahoe Controsand affect aquarium water chemistry?
It may alter water chemistry by raising hardness. Monitor water conditions when introducing it to a freshwater aquarium.

Which bag size of UNS Controsand Tahoe is available?
Tahoe Controsand is offered in 3L and 8L bags. Select the quantity and bag size that best suits the areas you plan to accent or blend into your aquascape.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
• Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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