Ultum Nature Systems Bora Aquarium Sand, 3L Natural White 0.4–0.9 mm

Ultum Nature Systems Controsand Bora is a 3L natural white sand substrate for freshwater aquascaping, with fine 0.4–0.9 mm grains for planted tanks and bottom-dwelling species.

• 3L of aquarium substrate — provides sand for aquascaping and other suitable habitats.
• 0.4–0.9 mm grain size — gives bottom-dwelling animals and live shrimp a fine surface to sift through.
• Designed for planted aquariums — supports healthy root growth as aquatic plants establish.
• Suitable for aquariums, terrariums and paludariums — can be used in setups for bettas, shrimp, fish, jumping spiders and turtles.
• Fine sand with a richer, warmer-toned mix — brings a natural-looking finish to aquascapes.
• Ready to use after rinsing — a pre-use rinse helps remove finer grains and reduce cloudiness.

Choosing a substrate means balancing the look of the layout with the needs of its plants and animals. Controsand Bora is made for freshwater aquariums, including planted tanks, blackwater aquariums and biotopes. Its natural white appearance offers a light base for layouts featuring Dragon Stone or aquarium driftwood, while its fine texture suits habitats with bottom dwellers and live shrimp.

What is Ultum Nature Systems Controsand Bora made for?

It is a fine sand substrate for freshwater aquascaping and planted aquarium layouts. The sand is designed to promote healthy plant root growth, helping aquatic plants thrive as part of the aquarium ecosystem. It can also be used in small fish tanks or larger aquariums, so it suits different tank scales without changing its grain size.

• Use it to create a sand base in a planted tank or aquascape.
• Its light natural-white look can complement Dragon Stone and aquarium driftwood.

Which animals and habitats can it suit?

Controsand Bora is suitable for freshwater aquariums, terrariums and paludariums, including habitats for bettas, fish, shrimp, jumping spiders and turtles. In aquariums, its 0.4–0.9 mm grains are suitable for bottom-dwelling species, and live shrimp can sift through the sand. Choose it for a setup where a fine-grained substrate fits the animals and layout.

• Works in blackwater aquariums and biotope setups.
• Suitable for both small fish tanks and larger aquariums.

How should I prepare the sand before use?

The sand is ready to add to an aquarium, and rinsing it first is recommended. Rinsing helps wash away finer grains, which can help maintain water clarity and prevent cloudiness after the substrate is placed.

• Rinse before use to remove loose fine particles.
• Use the rinsed sand as the substrate for your planned layout.

Controsand Bora is suited to aquascapers setting up planted freshwater tanks, blackwater aquariums or biotopes, as well as people choosing a fine substrate for compatible terrarium or paludarium habitats. It provides 3L of natural white, fine-grained sand for layouts and animal environments where that substrate texture is appropriate.

Read our guide: Aquascaping a freshwater tank: substrate, stone, wood and light