Fluval Plant and Shrimp Stratum - 8KG
Fluval Plant and Shrimp Stratum - 8KG
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Product Description
Product Description
Fluval Plant and Shrimp Stratum - 8KG
Fluval Plant and Shrimp Stratum - 8KG is a larger-size bag of mineral-rich volcanic freshwater aquarium substrate for planted tanks, shrimp aquariums, and aquascapes that need a deeper nutrient-accessible substrate bed.
Larger Fluval Stratum Bag for Planted Tanks
The 8KG size is well suited for larger planted aquariums, deeper layouts, or aquascapes that require a more substantial substrate layer. Its lightweight porous granules help plants establish roots while reducing compaction compared with heavier traditional substrates.
Volcanic Soil Benefits for Plants and Shrimp
- Encourages healthy plant growth by giving roots easy access through the substrate layer.
- Non-compacting 3-5 mm granules are optimized for plants with larger root systems.
- Porous structure supports beneficial nitrifying bacteria for biological aquarium stability.
- Helps maintain neutral to slightly acidic water conditions for many planted tank fish and freshwater shrimp.
- Offers refuge for newly born shrimp until they are large enough to emerge safely.
- Will not discolor aquarium water and can help manage organic discoloration from driftwood.
- Lightweight format helps reduce substrate weight load on the aquarium glass bottom.
- Works as a main substrate or as a bottom layer in planted aquariums with deeper root networks.
8KG Plant and Shrimp Stratum Specifications
- Item number: 12695
- UPC: 015561126953
- Size: 8 kg / 17.6 lb
- Granule size: 3-5 mm
- Use: Freshwater aquariums
- Ideal for: Planted freshwater aquariums, aquascapes, tropical fish, and shrimp habitats
Fluval Stratum Series Video
Setting Up an Aquarium with Fluval Stratum
Gently rinse the substrate to remove fine dust, add it to the aquarium, then fill slowly with conditioned freshwater to reduce disturbance. Test water parameters regularly, especially KH, pH, and ammonia, when using natural soil substrate in a planted or shrimp aquarium.
Shipping Info
Shipping Info
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Returns / Exchanges
Returns / Exchanges
Return Policy — Aquarium Equipment & Supplies
- All returns and/or exchanges must be made within 30 days of receipt of product.
- Before returning or exchanging any goods, you must contact J&L Aquatics to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA). Items returned without prior authorization will be declined.
- Returned items must be unused, in original packaging, in as-new condition, and in perfect sellable condition. All returns are subject to inspection upon receipt.
- A 15% restocking fee applies to all online returns. This fee includes the cost of outbound shipping.
- Customer is responsible for return shipping costs on standard returns.
- Order cancellations made before shipping are not subject to a restocking fee.
Non-Returnable Items
- Special order items
- Clearance / final sale items
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Regular sale items (non-clearance) are returnable within the 30-day return window, subject to our standard return conditions.
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High-Value Items ($100+)
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- Affirm or similar financing orders that are cancelled or returned in-store are subject to a 5% service charge. This covers the processing fee charged to us by the financing provider.
- The Affirm service charge does not apply to confirmed defective or warranty returns.
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