WIO - Vik Iceland Sand

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A rich volcanic-black sand inspired by Iceland’s Vik Beach, giving your aquascape bold contrast and a dramatic, natural riverbed look. Fine, pre-washed, and pH-neutral, it’s safe for all aquatic life and perfect for planted tanks, biotopes, and terrariums.

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Natural Aesthetic: The deep black color replicates the look of volcanic riverbeds, adding a dramatic and natural touch to your freshwater tank or terrarium.

Versatile Design: Pairs seamlessly with nutrient-rich black aqua soils, creating a cohesive and professional riverbed appearance.

Use: Planted areas or open spaces for a balanced, eye-catching aquascape. Works equally well in aquatic or terrestrial setups.

Key Features: Pre-Washed Convenience: 100% pre-washed for immediate use, saving time and effort during setup.

Size Mix: Ranges from 0.1–4mm, ensuring a natural substrate look.

Available in Multiple Sizes: Choose from 4 lb or 11 lb bags to suit your aquarium needs.

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CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Does not affect water hardness

pH Neutral: Safe for fish, shrimp, and other aquatic life, with no impact on water chemistry.

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Vik Iceland Sand – Your Ready-to-Scape Volcanic Black Riverbed

Vik Iceland Sand brings the dramatic beauty of Iceland’s volcanic coastline directly into your aquascape. Inspired by the deep-black shores of Vik Beach, this premium natural sand creates bold contrast, enhances plant colors, and delivers a clean, modern riverbed aesthetic suited for freshwater aquariums, planted tanks, terrariums, paludariums, and biotopes alike.

Its rich volcanic black coloration instantly grounds the layout, making greens, reds, and hardscape forms pop with cinematic clarity. With a naturally fine grain and subtle variation, it mimics authentic river-polished sands, providing both visual purity and smooth substrate texture. Fully inert and pre-washed, it maintains stable chemistry and offers a refined base for any nature scape.

Perfect for minimalistic designs, dense jungle tanks, or dramatic shadowed layouts, Vik Iceland Sand transforms your foreground, paths, and open river sections into a strikingly elegant foundation.

Available Sizes
4.4 lb (2 kg)
11 lb (5 kg)

Each Bag Includes
A pre-washed blend of deep-black volcanic sand graded to 0.004"–0.16" (0.1–4 mm) for natural flow and subtle texture

Why You’ll Love It
✓ Striking deep-black volcanic color inspired by Icelandic beaches
✓ Instantly enhances plant tones and overall layout contrast
✓ Perfect cosmetic layer over black aqua soils
✓ Pre-washed for clean, easy use straight from the bag
✓ pH-neutral and completely safe for fish, shrimp, snails, and plants
✓ Ideal for aquariums, terrariums, paludariums, and biotopes

Design Tip
Use Vik Iceland Sand as a bright focal pathway or foreground beach in high-contrast scapes. For added depth, blend with dark gravels or place under nano boulders to create natural shadow gradients.

Specs & Care
Sand Type: Natural volcanic cosmetic sand
Color: Deep volcanic black
Texture: Fine grains with subtle natural variation
Grain Size: 0.004"–0.16" (0.1–4 mm)
Effect on Water: Inert — does not alter pH or hardness

Ready to use. Optional light rinse to remove remaining dust. After filling the tank, skim any floating particles with a net. Works perfectly as a standalone substrate or mixed with gravel for texture.

Safe for all fish, shrimp, snails, plants, amphibians, and terrarium species.