{"product_id":"nature-driftwood","title":"Nature Driftwood","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNature Driftwood – Care \u0026amp; Preparation Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural driftwood is a beautiful addition to any aquarium, providing a natural appearance while creating shelter and grazing surfaces for fish, shrimp, and aquatic plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse thoroughly with clean water to remove dust and loose debris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoak the driftwood for several days to several weeks, depending on its size, to help it become waterlogged and reduce tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoiling (if the piece fits) can help speed up the soaking process and further reduce tannin release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural driftwood may release tannins, which can tint the water a light tea colour. This is completely natural and generally harmless to fish and shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTannins will gradually decrease with regular water changes and continued soaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome pieces may develop a white biofilm during the first few weeks underwater. This is a harmless natural fungus that usually disappears on its own or can be removed manually. Shrimp and some fish species will happily feed on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquascaping Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttach mosses, Bucephalandra, Anubias, or Java Fern using aquarium-safe glue or cotton thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure the driftwood is fully submerged or securely weighted until it naturally sinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this is a natural product, every piece is unique in shape, size, colour, and texture. Photos are for reference only, and you will receive a one-of-a-kind piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aura aquarium","offers":[{"title":"1 x driftwood (33x20x18)","offer_id":45316704469062,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 x Dw (41x13x20)","offer_id":45316857921606,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 x Dw (32x13x20)","offer_id":45316861919302,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 x Dw (38x15x19)","offer_id":45316865851462,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1020\/9995\/files\/210CE2EA-45D9-4602-8C96-69AB5A8A0836.jpg?v=1783914261","url":"https:\/\/microaquaticshop.com.au\/products\/nature-driftwood","provider":"Micro Aquatic Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}