Its appearance is best suited to planted aquaria, but may be used in any freshwater aquarium environment. Joined Jun 7, 2015 Messages 29 Reaction score 0 ⦠Although it is pre-washed, because Onyx Sand™ is a natural product, it may become dusty in transit and require rinsing before use to remove any residual dust. They look good. Onyx Sand⢠is most effective when used alone as an integral substrate bed, but it may be mixed with other gravels. Seachem says the Flourite Black Sand is inert, while the Onyx Sand has minor KH buffering effect (purportedly raising pH by 0.1 to 0.5 depending on source water). Don't do the Flourite Onyx sand, it's a ugly grey color, I paid like 25$ each for two bags, then had to go get the Tahitian Moon Sand to top it off cuz it's freakin grey. "I'm ashamed of you, dodging that way. Its appearance is best ⦠They have black flourite sand. Flourite Black Sand ⦠Gravel modifiers such as laterite are not necessary. shandylawson Mostly New Member. http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=4870, http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2753227, http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=3578+10741+7324&pcatid=7324. Flourite is a reddish sand made from fired clay. Usage of content from this website is only intended for authorized distributors and sellers, and by individuals for private use. Flourite® Black Sand is a specially fracted stable porous clay gravel for the natural planted aquarium. I have sand in my tank and am thinking of adding Flourite black sand and mixing. JavaScript is disabled. Onyx Sand™ is good for the life of the aquarium and need not be replaced. One of the experts from our technical support staff will be happy to promptly respond. Flourite⦠Premium natural sand for the planted aquarium, Supports optimal KH levels for freshwater planted aquariums, Understanding the General Chemistry of the Planted Aquarium, 1000 Seachem Drive, Madison, GA 30650, USA. Its appearance is best suited to planted aquaria, but may be used in any aquarium environment. ... Don't do the Flourite Onyx sand, it's a ugly grey color, I paid like 25$ each for two bags, then had to go get the Tahitian Moon Sand to top it off cuz it's ⦠Premium natural sand for the planted aquarium Good for the life of the aquarium Rinse right in the bag (3.5 kg only) Flourite Black⢠is a specially fracted, stable porous clay gravel for the natural planted aquarium. Mixing with black ⦠My local walmart has black playsand for something like 2.50 a bag I think. Its appearance is best suited to planted aquaria, but may be used in any freshwater aquarium environment. at the lowest prices, free shipping deal every day and expert service. --13 Snakeskin barbs, 12 Brass Tetras, 20 Rosy Tetras, 12 Calico Tetras, 3 Pearl Gouramis , 8 corys (Axlerodi), and 2 BN plecos. --20 Cardinals, 9 Neons, 10 Head-Tail Lights, 14 Black Phantoms, 12 Lemon Tetras , 4 Angels, 8 corys (Robinea), and 2 Bushy-noses. Flourite Black⦠The benefits to this vs gravel: Plants and fish in the tank look so much more vibrant against a plain black flooring like this, food stays on top of the sand instead of getting in between the crevices like with ⦠You can mix a little of the flourite on top to get a mixed rubble appearance, and the flourite will stay at the top. Basides the nice visual appeal this substrate also has many features and benefits which it brings to any planted aquarium. This is technically a porous clay sand, and one of its best features is that itâs specially designed to support plant life. Good Day To All !!! So you could temporarily have sand on top of Flourite, but you'll end up with Flourite on top of sand. It supports optimal KH levels for freshwater planted ⦠You can mix flourite but mix half and half. Sun Oct 14, 2012 3:53 pm. The brick-red color is due to the iron within the clay structure. My preference is the sand. Flourite Vs Sand. Onyx Sand™ is not chemically coated or treated, and as a carbonate rich sand, it has a slight buffering capacity that may raise pH by 0.1 - 0.5 pH units (depending on source water characteristics). Onyx Sand⢠is not chemically coated or treated, and as a carbonate rich sand⦠Its appearance is best suited to planted aquaria, but may be used in any aquarium environment. Itâs less cost effective than Eco-Complete or Fluorite Red/Black. This substrate has the appearance of soil. Flourite® Black Sand is a specially fracted stable porous clay gravel for the natural planted aquarium. Flourite Black Sand ⦠Flourite® Black Sand ⦠Can't find what you're looking for? I have used the Seachem stratium before and actually was extremely ⦠For aquarists who want to plant out their aquariums, Flourite Black Sand offers a great option. Its appearance is best suited to planted aquaria, but may be used in any aquarium environment. They couldn't hit an elephant at this distance. I will be using re ⦠If you donât like the single color, Flourite can be blended with another sand for added contrast. So I would use pfs and mix in some black sand purchased from a fish place. Currently 24ish tanks running, subject to increase. Use the Project Calculator to determine the number bags needed for your project. I'd recommend the Flourite black sand, if you're willing to pay 20$ for a 15lb bag. Flourite Black Sand⦠It supports optimal KH levels for freshwater planted aquariums. Use Clarity™ to accelerate clearing. I mixed the Onyx sand with the Onyx gravel and it provided an excellent consistency for my 29 gallon starter cichlid aquarium. To remove cloudiness, use mechanical filtration (such as filter floss). Onyx Sand™ is a naturally dark gray sand that perfectly complements and enhances the appearance of any aquarium. Flourite Black Sand is a specially fracted, stable porous clay gravel for the natural planted aquarium. Just a quick update and review of the Black Flourite Sand from Seachem. AquariaCentral.com, a division of Monster Aquaria Network, LLC. ( and all mods for that matter ) So as mentioned in my intr Has been reported to degrade over time and lose texture, this is expected in soil based products vs ⦠For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Hey guys I am wanting to know if anyone on here has used the Seachem active sand in a planted aquarium with shrimp? © 2020, Seachem Laboratories, Inc. All Rights Reserved | MAP Pricing Policy | Returns Policy | International Terms of Sale | Domestic No-Export Policy | Privacy Policy It looks awesome and I'm very happy with the result. I use flourite black sand, but I don't have a pic. Seachem Flourite Black Sand, 15.4 lb Product Code: RSC35250 Seachem Flourite Black Sand is a specially fracted, stable porous clay gravel for the natural planted aquarium. Gravel modifiers such as laterite are not necessary. However if you try to do a 50/50 mix, BK828 is right. ", i dont think fluroite does that much, I dont see that much difference in my plants.... (just my 2 cents), 60g - 4 Angels, 1 Sev, 10 Cories, and 1 BN Pleco. get on the free live 'the importance of substrate' webinar & get a 50% off coupon!get an awesome tank!get dustin's dirted tank guide! Initial cloudiness is normal. You can also call 888‑732‑0003 (Monday- Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST) if you would like to speak directly with a technical support representative. Flourite® Black Sand is a specially fracted stable porous clay gravel for the natural planted aquarium. Lowers the tanks pH (this is desirable in a lot of cases but we have listed it as a con as some users may not want the pH to be affected). First off I have read , read , and read !!! Although ideally suited to planted aquaria, it may be used in any aquarium environment. I'll still have the sand but sand that contains some nutrients. Thread starter shandylawson; Start date Jun 16, 2015; click to view entries! Flourite Black Sand is a specially fracted stable porous clay gravel for the natural planted aquarium. Its appearance is best suited to planted aquaria, but may be used in any aquarium environment. © 2005-2019 Monsterfishkeepers.com. Its appearance is best suited to planted aquaria, but may be used in any freshwater aquarium environment. If you really want to cover the Flourite, and better anchor the plants, get some aquarium gravel (or pea ⦠Flourite® Black Sand ⦠Flourite Black Sand⢠is a specially fracted, stable porous clay gravel for the natural planted aquarium. Flourite® Black Sand is a specially fracted stable porous clay gravel for the natural planted aquarium. Both the Onyx sand ⦠Letâs talk about the main features which you get from Seachem Flourite Black Sand. It combines the dramatic visuals of black sand ⦠Re: Best Black Sand substrate. Flourite® Black Sand ⦠Call 1-888-THAT-PET to order! Flourite ⦠Flourite® Black Sand ⦠Office hours: Monday- Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST. I hope everyone has a great weekend. All Rights Reserved. And I have gained a great deal of respect for Carl's Facts & opinions! SeaChem Onyx Sand SeaChem Flourite Black Sand If I go with substrate, I can hide a layer of Egg Crate underneath it to help keep black slate and other rocks from touching the glass ⦠Seachem Laboratories Flourite Black Sand - 7Kilograms / 15.4 lbs Flourite⢠is a specially fracted stable porous clay gravel for the natural planted aquarium. All the flourite will end up at top and you wont see the sand⦠Just a quick update and review of the Black Flourite Sand from Seachem. Lots of fish, in a fish shed, and an awesome wife. I have seen tanks with a mix of beige pfs and black sand. Its appearance is best suited to planted aquaria, but may be used in any freshwater aquarium environment. Onyx Sand™ is most effective when used alone as an integral substrate bed, but it may be mixed with other gravels. Ask us a new question. Its appearance is best suited to planted aquaria, but may be used in any freshwater aquarium environment. Buy Flourite Black Sand - 7 kg - 15.4 lb. 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