ADA · Sand & gravel
Aqua Gravel
Adding texture and a natural riverbed look to the foreground of a planted tank.
1 model
ADA · Sand & gravel
ADA Colorado Sand
A natural sand with a light sandy-beige tone, a touch warmer than La Plata Sand. It suits paths and foregrounds where you want a more natural, riverbed feel.
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Best for
Nature-style and riverbank layouts that want a softer, warmer foreground than white sand.
Worth knowing
Like any cosmetic sand, it will mix into soil unless the two are kept apart.
What stands out
- Warm beige natural sand
- Good for paths, beaches and open foreground areas
- Sold in 2 kg bags
Specs
| Model | Weight |
|---|---|
| 2 kg | 2 kg |
- Brand
- ADA
- Effect on water
- Inert
- Colour
- Light beige
- Texture
- Fine sand
- Prep
- Rinse before use
Figures from the maker's widely published specifications. Makers revise products, so check the current figures before buying. Photos supplied by the brand or its distributor.
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the ADA Colorado Sand, drawn from its specs.
Does Colorado Sand affect water chemistry?
Inert.
How do I prepare Colorado Sand before use?
Rinse before use
Who is the ADA Colorado Sand best for?
Nature-style and riverbank layouts that want a softer, warmer foreground than white sand.
Is there anything to watch out for with the ADA Colorado Sand?
Like any cosmetic sand, it will mix into soil unless the two are kept apart.
What are the alternatives to the ADA Colorado Sand?
Other hardscape worth comparing: ADA Aqua Gravel, ADA La Plata Sand, UNS Accent Driftwood. Add any of them to the compare table to see the specs side by side.