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UNS Controsand Mojave Extra-Fine Sand

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UNS Controsand Mojave Extra-Fine Sand

Extra Fine 0.4–0.9 mmWarm Tan Tones100% Natural

UNS Controsand Mojave is an extra-fine sand, about 0.4–0.9 mm, containing a mixture of warmer tones. It is ideal for creating natural scenes and complements Dragon Stone and driftwood nicely. Extra-fine and pebble-grade Controsands can each be used on their own, but mixing them can completely transform the look of an aquarium. Note that UNS lists Mojave among the shades that slightly raise GH.

Volume: 3L

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Technical specifications

Type Extra-fine natural sand
Grain size Approx. 0.4 – 0.9 mm
Colour tone Mixture of warmer tan tones
Water chemistry Slightly raises GH (per UNS packaging)
Available volumes 3 Litres · 8 Litres
Tank size guide 3 L for about 35 L (UNS 45U) · 8 L for about 75 L (UNS 60U)
Safe for Fish, invertebrates and reptiles

Rinse gently before use to remove the finest grains. May raise water hardness slightly.

What does Controsand Mojave look like under water?

Mojave is a warm tan when dry and deepens to a rich orange-brown once wet, so judge it by the wet sample photo rather than the dry bag. That warmth is why UNS pairs it with Dragon Stone and driftwood. UNS also lists Mojave among the shades that slightly raise GH.

Extra-Fine 0.4–0.9 mm Grain

The finest Controsand grade, ideal for foregrounds and top layers, settling into a smooth bed that plants root into easily.

UNS Controsand Mojave Extra-Fine Sand — Extra-Fine 0.4–0.9 mm Grain

Warm Tones That Deepen When Wet

Warm tan when dry, Mojave deepens to a rich orange-brown under water, echoing the colour of Dragon Stone and weathered driftwood.

UNS Controsand Mojave Extra-Fine Sand — Warm Tones That Deepen When Wet

UNS Controsand Mojave Extra-Fine Sand: frequently asked questions

What grain size and colour is UNS Controsand Mojave?

Mojave is an extra-fine sand with a grain size of about 0.4–0.9 mm, in a mixture of warmer tan tones that turn orange-brown when wet.

Does Controsand Mojave affect water hardness?

Slightly. UNS notes on the Controsand packaging that Mojave, along with Tahoe, Santa Fe and Maui, slightly raises GH. For soft-water shrimp, Bora and Kona are the shades that are not on that list.

Which hardscape suits Controsand Mojave?

UNS recommends Mojave for natural scenes with Dragon Stone and driftwood, whose warm browns it matches. Mixing it with a pebble-grade Controsand such as Santa Fe adds a riverbed texture.

Is UNS Controsand Mojave available in South Africa?

Yes. Jungle Aquatics stocks UNS Controsand Mojave in 3 litre and 8 litre bags in South Africa. Check live stock and pricing on jungleaquatics.com, then collect from the Broadacres showroom in Fourways, Johannesburg.

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