Lava Stones

Dynamic Volcanic Beauty for Vibrant Aquascapes!

Lava Stones bring a rugged, natural aesthetic to your aquarium with their porous, lightweight volcanic structure. Featuring rich earthy tones and a bacteria-friendly surface, these stones create dramatic hardscapes while enhancing biological filtration for freshwater, saltwater, terrariums, and paludariums.

Key Features:

• Natural Volcanic Origin: Highly porous basalt/scoria encourages robust beneficial bacteria colonization, boosting bio-filtration.

• Rich Color Palette: Dark red-brown to charcoal black tones provide striking contrast and visual depth.

• Lightweight & Stable: Low density (~0.9 g/cm³) allows easy stacking into caves, arches, or outcrops without excess weight.

• Aquarium-Safe & Inert: Neutral chemistry won’t raise pH or alter water parameters, safe for plants and sensitive species.

• Unique Shapes: Irregular, varied sizes (5–15 cm, 0.2–0.7 kg) add authenticity and dimension to layouts.

• Pre-Cleaned: Ready to use straight from the bag with minimal rinsing required.

Why Choose Lava Stones?

Lava Stones offer a vast surface area for bio-filtration, ensuring healthier water while creating bold, vertical hardscapes. Their lightweight nature and neutral chemistry make them beginner-friendly, plant-safe, and ideal for shrimp or small fish seeking shelter in textured crevices.

Usage Tip:

Combine with epiphytic plants like moss or Java Fern, or use as a base layer beneath nutrient substrate to super-charge biological filtration and create a natural, thriving aquascape.

Specifications:

• Material: Porous volcanic basalt/scoria

• Color Range: Dark red-brown to charcoal black (varies by piece)

• Typical Size: 5–15 cm (2–6 in), 0.2–0.7 kg per piece

• Density: ~0.9 g/cm³ (may float briefly before sinking)

• Compatibility: Freshwater, saltwater, terrarium, paludarium

Note: Rinse lightly before use to remove dust. Avoid boiling or using detergents to preserve the stone’s porous structure and natural properties. Ensure stable stacking to prevent toppling.