{"product_id":"aquaforest-bio-sand-10kg","title":"AquaForest Bio Sand - 10KG","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAquaForest Bio Sand - 10KG\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquaForest Bio Sand - 10KG is a natural white calcium carbonate sand for marine aquariums, supplied with bacterial additives to help support faster biological maturation and a cleaner reef aquarium start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquaForest Bio Sand for Reef Aquarium Maturation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAF Bio Sand is designed for new marine aquariums and mature reef systems that need a clean white substrate with biological startup support. The sand is derived from high-quality deposits, is free of contaminants, and contains calcium carbonate that can help support stable marine water chemistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBio Sand Substrate and Bacteria Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural white marine aquarium sand derived from high-quality deposits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree of contaminants and suitable for reef aquarium substrate use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalcium carbonate composition helps support stable marine water chemistry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes laboratory-isolated nitrifying bacteria and bacterial nourishment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps accelerate aquarium maturation compared with traditional dry substrates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports faster establishment of the nitrogen cycle in new marine systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan also be used as a substrate supplement in mature aquariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquaForest Bio Sand 10KG Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct type: marine aquarium substrate with bacterial starter components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage size: 10 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: natural calcium carbonate sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable manufacturer grain sizes: 0.5-1.5 mm and 1-2 mm 10 kg formats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreparation water amount: 3 L of saltwater for activating the included bottles with the sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimal activation temperature: 25-28°C \/ 77-82°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivation time: 24 hours before aquarium use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystem use: marine and reef aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBio Sand Startup and Livestock Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAF Bio Sand can help accelerate maturation, but every aquarium cycles differently. Aquaforest advises that 3 days is too early to consider a new system ready for livestock, and recommends waiting a minimum of 14-30 days before introducing life while monitoring ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, and overall system stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOfficial AquaForest Kickstart Method Video\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003ciframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ARsHdoYReh8\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" title=\"Official AquaForest Kickstart Method video\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquaForest Bio Sand Preparation Directions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse the sand in RODI water before use to help reduce water turbidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour the contents of both included bottles into 3 L of saltwater.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix thoroughly and add the prepared saltwater mixture to the sand bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave the bag open for 24 hours so bacteria can multiply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the sand around 25-28°C \/ 77-82°F during activation and avoid cool storage during this step.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter 24 hours, add the sand gradually to the aquarium in small amounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor aquarium parameters closely during startup or after adding sand to an established system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne 10 kg package of AquaForest Bio Sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne bottle of nitrifying bacteria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne bottle of bacterial nourishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aquaforest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50289995907360,"sku":"AF-BSAND075","price":44.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8222\/5696\/files\/AquaForest_Bio_Sand_-_7.5KG-1.jpg?v=1753840196","url":"https:\/\/aquariumsupplydirect.com\/products\/aquaforest-bio-sand-10kg","provider":"J\u0026L Aquatics - Aquarium Supply Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}