UNS Controsand - Bora
Product Overview
Ultum Nature Systems Controsand offers a versatile lineup of natural decorative sands and gravels designed to give any planted tank or freshwater aquarium a finished, professional look. Bora is a fine-grain natural cosmetic sand featuring a palette of light, cream-to-white sandy granules inspired by natural white sand banks. That bright, pristine look makes dark hardscape and vibrant green plants pop with serious contrast, whether it's lining foreground pathways, winding through riverbed streams, or separating planted zones from open display areas. Measuring between 0.4mm and 0.9mm with a smooth texture, it's also a safe, non-abrasive foraging bed for Corydoras, dwarf shrimp, and other bottom dwellers who like their sand soft underfoot.
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Key Features & Benefits
- Fine 0.4mm to 0.9mm granule sizing creates a smooth, uniform beach layout ideal for white-sand pathways and nano setups.
- Light, white-sand palette delivers maximum visual contrast against dark active soils, lava rock, and green aquatic plants.
- Non-abrasive granules protect sensitive Corydoras barbels, loaches, and dwarf shrimp during active sifting.
- Natural decorative geological composition safe for aquariums, terrariums, and creative paludarium displays.
Usage & Application Guidelines
- Distribute the granules evenly across foreground areas, white pathways, or dedicated detail zones.
- Pour water gently over a plate or plastic barrier during filling to avoid disturbing your hardscape arrangement.
- Pair with root tabs or layer over aquarium soil when planting heavy root-feeding species in sand zones.
Quick Facts & Specifications
Listed information should be treated as general guidelines only. Team Buce Plant encourages you to do thorough research to ensure healthy growth!
Granule Size Comparison
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Bora Fine Sand (0.4–0.9 mm) |
Ideal Application & Plants: Beach-style scapes, foreground pathways, Corydoras tanks & detail accents Key Advantage: Bright white beach tone maximizes visual depth while fine granules protect sensitive barbels |
Substrate Volume & Tank Sizing Guide
| Bag Size | Recommended Tank Setup | Estimated Bed Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Liters | ~9 Gallons / 34 Liters (e.g., UNS 45U Standard Tank) | ~1 to 1.5 inch accent depth |
| 8 Liters | ~20 Gallons / 75 Liters (e.g., UNS 60U Standard Tank) | ~1.5 to 2 inch full bed coverage |