{"product_id":"ocean-max-white-gravel-5kg","title":"Ocean Max-White Gravel 5kg","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"462\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eOceanMax White Gravel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eoften listed as “Max-White Gravel” or white aquarium gravel) is an aquarium substrate used mainly in freshwater tanks and aquascaping. It’s popular because the bright white colour makes fish, shrimp, and green plants stand out visually. Listings describe it as smooth 4–6 mm white gravel\/artificial stone suitable for decorative aquariums. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"16zyfva\" data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"480\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"811\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"at0rvx\" data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"527\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"494\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright white \/ modern clean look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2ngma2\" data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"548\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"543\"\u003eBag size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"x9qmuh\" data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"632\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"566\"\u003eGrain size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 4–6 mm gravel pieces \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1m19p2w\" data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"725\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"648\"\u003eUse case:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater aquariums, decorative aquascapes, planted tanks with hardy plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rcvcij\" data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"811\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"746\"\u003eVisual effect:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reflects light strongly, making tanks appear brighter and larger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"yntdlk\" data-start=\"813\" data-end=\"821\"\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"1021\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"v1szo8\" data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"848\"\u003eMakes fish colours “pop”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bvytws\" data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eGood for minimalist or modern aquascapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jzj0iq\" data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"949\"\u003eSmooth stones are generally safer for many fish species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jdwclt\" data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"996\"\u003eEasy to vacuum-clean compared with fine sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1af7gb3\" data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1021\"\u003eSuitable for beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1q1rgns\" data-start=\"1023\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003eThings to know before buying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1714\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n7w2rc\" data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003eWhite gravel shows dirt, algae, and fish waste quickly. Aquarium hobbyists often mention that white substrate needs more frequent maintenance than darker gravel. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cgfoii\" data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003ePure gravel substrates are mostly decorative and usually don’t contain nutrients for rooted plants. If you plan a heavily planted aquarium, you may need root tabs or nutrient soil underneath. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1srx49i\" data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1714\"\u003eA 5 kg bag is usually enough for:\n\u003cul data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1714\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ca02nn\" data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003eSmall tanks (roughly 30–60 L) with moderate depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lb267z\" data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1714\"\u003eThin decorative layers in larger tanks\u003cbr\u003eLarger planted aquariums often need more than 5 kg. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"11xe6dh\" data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003eMaintenance tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1j6ruj\" data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1781\"\u003eRinse thoroughly before use to remove dust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"150d0m3\" data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1824\"\u003eUse a gravel vacuum during water changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pc7lg6\" data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1880\"\u003eAvoid overfeeding fish to keep the white colour clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vkuug6\" data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003eMixing some darker gravel with white can reduce visible staining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Aquatic Pets SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44080164110379,"sku":"AG0813","price":136.7,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/4676\/6123\/files\/oceanmax_aquarium_white_gravel_5kg.webp?v=1779099113","url":"https:\/\/aquaticpetssa.com\/products\/ocean-max-white-gravel-5kg","provider":"Aquatic Pets SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}