Victoria Falls Natural Mix Pebbles

Victoria Falls Natural Mix Pebbles

Victoria Falls Natural Mix Pebbles are a premium natural aquarium gravel, used as a bottom substrate for freshwater tanks. They suit aquarists who want a natural-looking base layer with a fine 3-5 mm grain that is easy to spread and keep tidy.

Key Benefits

• Natural mix of pebbles that gives your aquarium a natural-looking bottom
• Fine 3-5 mm gravel size, suited to an even, flat or sloped layer
• Sloped towards the back, the gravel helps dirt collect at the front of the tank, where it is easy to remove
• The colour changes when the gravel gets wet, so you can watch the full natural tones appear once it is in the water
• Can be combined with a feed substrate layer underneath for planted aquariums

How to Use

• Wash the gravel thoroughly before use, with lukewarm water only.
• Cover the bottom of the aquarium with a layer 3 to 10 cm thick.
• Allow the gravel to move towards the back of the tank. This keeps dirt collecting at the front, where it is easy to remove.
• If you keep living plants, first apply a layer of feed substrate or feed granules on the tank floor, then cover it with the gravel.

Important Reminder: always wash the gravel thoroughly before use, using only water. Expect the colour to look different once the pebbles are wet.

Suitable For

• Aquariums that need a natural bottom substrate
• Planted tanks, when used over a layer of feed substrate or feed granules
• Aquarists who want an easy-to-clean gravel bed with a fine grain

Specifications

• Gravel size: 3-5 mm (0.12-0.20")
• Recommended layer thickness: 3 to 10 cm
• Type: natural mix pebbles / aquarium gravel

Frequently Asked Questions

How deep should I lay Victoria Falls Natural Mix Pebbles?
The recommended layer is 3 to 10 cm thick across the bottom of the aquarium.

Do I need to wash the gravel before adding it to my tank?
Yes. Always wash it thoroughly before use. Use lukewarm water only.

How big are the pebbles?
The gravel size is 3-5 mm (0.12-0.20"), a fine grain suited to a natural-looking tank bottom.

Can I use this gravel in a planted aquarium?
Yes. If you have living plants, first apply a layer of feed substrate or feed granules, then cover it with the gravel.

Why does the gravel look different when it gets wet?
The colour of the gravel changes once it becomes wet, so it will look different in the tank than it does dry in the pack.

Why should the gravel move towards the back of the tank?
Letting the gravel move to the back means dirt collects at the front of the aquarium, where it is easy to remove.

Does it come in more than one pack size?
Yes, it is offered in several sizes. Check the size options on the product page to choose the amount that suits your tank and your preferred layer depth.

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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