WIO | Stones - Hole Stone

Hole Stone has distinctive holes of any size, with warm colors and gritty textures, giving a distinctive appearance. The holes are perfect to provide shelter to animals and ideal for epiphytic plants. Hole Stone adds a natural and artistic touch to any aquarium or vivarium.

Description

Hole stone is a fascinating and unique rock. It gets its name from the numerous holes and cavities that are present throughout the rock, creating a unique and naturalistic appearance.

The rock is a type of limestone that forms through a process of precipitation from groundwater that contains dissolved minerals. Over time, the minerals form into layers that compress and harden to create a solid rock. The holes and cavities in the rock are formed when water erodes away the softer parts of the rock, leaving behind a unique pattern of holes and crevices.

The Hole stone is highly porous, providing an ideal surface area for beneficial bacteria to colonize and thrive, making it a popular choice for those who want a healthy and bioactive aquarium or terrarium. The beneficial bacteria help to break down harmful chemicals and waste in the water, creating a cleaner and healthier environment for aquatic life. 

Hole Stone is an alkaline rock that may raise the pH and hardness of the water in your aquarium or terrarium. It is important to regularly monitor and adjust the water parameters to ensure that they remain within the ideal range for your specific species. For those looking to create a biotope that requires alkaline water conditions, Hole Stone is an excellent choice that can help replicate the natural habitat of many fish and reptile species.

Key Points

• Sedimentary rock with warm colors and gritty textures
  
• The holes provide shelter to animals. Therefore, it is a perfect stone for African cichlids.
  
• Ideal for placing epiphytic plants
  
• Adds a natural and artistic touch to any aquarium or vivarium
  

Characteristics

• Type: Sedimentary rock
  
• Color: Whitish to yellowish.
  
• Texture: Nooks, crannies, and fissures ideal for aquatic animals and epiphytic plants
  
• Stone Size: Available in Mix sizes from 10 to 30 cms.
  
• Water Hardness: May raise pH and water hardness, but regular water changes are enough to keep the hardness under control.
  
• Packaging: Available in bulk boxes of 25 kg in Mix sizes
  

Usage

• It can be used in both aquatic and terrarium environments.
• Rinse rocks and stones with water before use. Use a brush to clean it before introducing the stones in the aquarium.
• Avoid placing rocks directly on the glass as they can be very heavy and sharp. Instead, place substrate or our LandForms before placing the hardscape to help fix the exact stone position with more freedom.
• Always secure the stones, especially when placing one rock on top of another, you can do so with our ScapeBound, as the top rock may move or fall during regular maintenance, harming your dwellers or even breaking the aquarium.
• Position stones a few centimeters/inches away from aquarium glass walls to facilitate maintenance.
• Control any alterations in pH and kH by regular water changes with osmotic or soft water, or by using a water softener if necessary.
• Safe for fish, shrimps, and other aquatic animals

Stone Set Box

Crafted with precision and expertise, our Stone Set Box is the perfect choice for tanks up to 60 cm. This set includes a thoughtfully curated mix of stones in various sizes:

• 1 XL Stone (+20cm)
• 2 L Stones (+15cm)
• 3 M Stones (+10cm)
• 1 Bag of Nano Rocks (1.5-2Kg)

With a weight range of 6-12 kg, our Stone Set Box provides the ideal combination of size and quantity to create stunning rock formations and captivating landscapes in smaller setups.

Stone Set Mega Box

Specifically crafted for larger tanks ranging from 75 cm to 120 cm, our Mega Stone Set offers a remarkable selection of stones to transform your bigger nature environments. This set includes a diverse range of stones in various sizes:

• 1 XXL Stone (+25cm)
• 1 XL Stone (+20cm)
• 2 L Stones (+15cm)
• 3 M Stones (+10cm)
• 1 Bag of Nano Rocks (1.5-2Kg)

With a weight range of 15-25 kg, our Stone Set Mega Box provides the perfect combination of size and quantity to create grandiose scapes and mesmerizing focal points in your larger setups.

Crafting a stunning scape has never been easier with our Stone Sets. Each stone is meticulously selected to offer unique textures, shapes, and colors, allowing you to create breathtaking compositions that mimic the wonders of nature.

Let your creativity soar as you arrange each stone, bringing your scaping vision to life. From elegant Iwagumi layouts to wild and natural rock formations, our Stone Sets provide the foundation for captivating aquatic or terrestrial scapes.