{"product_id":"aqua-natural-galaxy-aquarium-sand-4-5kg","title":"Aqua Natural Galaxy Aquarium Sand 4.5kg **BAG DAMAGED AND REPAIRED**","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nta-product\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"nta-title\"\u003eAqua Natural Galaxy Aquarium Sand 4.5kg **BAG DAMAGED AND REPAIRED**\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"nta-tagline\"\u003eGalaxy is a dark, natural quartz aquarium sand with a subtle sparkle under aquarium lighting. It gives aquascapes a contrasting base that helps greenery and hardscape stand out. The sand is also suitable for terrarium layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aqua Natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Galaxy Aquarium Sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePack size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplier code:\u003c\/strong\u003e SAND007\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural quartz sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark sand with a sparkling finish underwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater chemistry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inert, pH neutral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Triple washed and kiln dried; rinse before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aquarium and terrarium substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs This for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA good choice if:\u003c\/strong\u003e you want a dark natural-looking substrate to contrast with plants, rocks and wood, or you prefer decorative quartz sand rather than a nutrient-rich aquasoil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsider something else if:\u003c\/strong\u003e you need a substrate that provides nutrients to plant roots on its own, or one designed specifically to lower aquarium pH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Galaxy Sand?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts dark colour and fine sparkling appearance create a distinctive aquascaping base without artificial colouring. The natural quartz is inert, so it is intended to remain neutral rather than deliberately alter water chemistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark, sparkling appearance under aquarium light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural colour without artificial dyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriple washed and kiln dried by the manufacturer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful as a decorative substrate or a contrasting area in an aquascape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used in aquarium or terrarium layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aqua Natural Galaxy Aquarium Sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBag weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural quartz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer-stated properties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inert, pH neutral, triple washed, kiln dried\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e SAND007\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne 4.5kg bag of Aqua Natural Galaxy Aquarium Sand. Decorative rocks, plants and other aquarium accessories are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSetup \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan the desired substrate depth and layout before opening the bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlthough the sand is pre-washed, rinse it with clean water before adding it to the aquarium to remove residual dust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpread the sand evenly or shape it to suit your aquascape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd aquarium water slowly over a plate or similar surface to minimise substrate disturbance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck that filtration is suitable for your chosen sand layout and that loose sand is not being drawn into moving pump parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring water changes, gently remove debris from the surface without digging deeply into the sand. Avoid drawing large amounts of sand into a gravel vacuum. Stir or maintain exposed areas appropriately for your aquarium and livestock, and monitor water quality as you would with any substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs Perfectly With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural driftwood, aquarium rocks, easy-care aquarium plants, root fertiliser for root-feeding plants and an appropriate aquarium maintenance siphon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-highlight\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNTA Insight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDark sand can make light-coloured rocks, green plants and colourful fish more noticeable. If you're creating a planted layout, remember that this is decorative, inert sand—not a complete nutrient-rich plant soil. Root-feeding plants may need root tabs or another suitable fertiliser strategy.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-box nta-warning\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore You Buy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The bag has been damaged and repaired. Review the product photos and packaging condition before purchasing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003e4.5kg heavy item\u003c\/strong\u003e; check delivery charges at checkout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne bag does not correspond to a fixed aquarium size. The amount you need depends on your tank's footprint and intended depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse before use even though the product is triple washed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor planted aquariums, plan plant nutrition separately from this inert substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Galaxy Sand change my aquarium's pH?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is sold as an inert, pH-neutral quartz sand and is not intended to raise or lower pH. Continue testing your aquarium water normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to wash it first?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is triple washed during production, but a final rinse before aquarium use helps remove any dust from handling and transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I grow aquarium plants in it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it can be used in planted layouts, but it does not replace a nutrient-rich aquasoil. Plants that feed heavily through their roots may need root fertiliser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many bags do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat depends on the aquarium's base dimensions and desired depth. 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