WIO Stone - Elderly

Elderly Stone is a top-selling and highly sought-after stone revered for its distinctive texture and striking "cracking" pattern. The stone's unique features, crafted by nature over time, include intricate cracks and crevices that resemble ice or snow, giving it a one-of-a-kind appearance.

The color ranges from brownish to grey, with larger pieces possessing a strong character that sets the atmosphere of the scape. The rugged texture and cracks create a sense of wabi-sabi, making it perfect for Iwagumi style and high rocky formations. Elderly Stone can also be combined with wood to create a very natural look. Each piece is unique, making it a great choice for aquascaping enthusiasts looking to add character and personality to their aquarium or terrarium.

Elderly Stone may raise pH and hardness very little, making it ideal for aquarium setups with soft water species. Its versatility, uniqueness, and striking appearance make it a popular choice among hobbyists and professionals alike.

Key Points

• Highly sought-after stone with a unique rugged texture and "cracking" pattern
• Ideal for creating high rocky formations with a sense of wabi-sabi, perfect for Iwagumi style
• Can be combined with wood to create a very natural look
• Each piece is unique in character and appearance

Characteristics

• Type: Igneous stone
• Color: Ranges from pale brownish to grey
• Texture: Unique rugged texture with a "cracking" pattern
• Stone size: Available from 5 to 30 cm
• Water Hardness: May raise pH and hardness slightly

Availability at Cuboid Nature Aquarium

• Nano Box — 5 kg (11 lb): WIO's curated size mix, hand-selected assortment of stones from 5 to 30 cm
• Box — 11 kg (24 lb): WIO's curated size mix, hand-selected assortment of stones from 5 to 30 cm
• In-Store: Visit us in Pipersville, PA to hand-pick individual stones by the pound — choose exactly the pieces and sizes you want for your layout

Usage

• Suitable for both aquatic and terrarium environments
• Rinse rocks and stones with water before use; use a brush to clean before introducing to the aquarium
• Avoid placing rocks directly on the glass — place substrate or WIO LandForms beneath the hardscape first
• Always secure stones, especially when stacking; use WIO ScapeBound to prevent movement during maintenance
• 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

Available from Cuboid Nature Aquarium — Authorized Retailer for WIO.

Inventory Accuracy

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Pipersville, PA 18947

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