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UNS Spider Wood on Slate Stone
Spider wood already fixed to a flat slate base, so it goes straight into the tank without floating. Bury the slate under soil or let it show and add stones around it.
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Best for
Beginners and quick setups that want branchy wood without the floating problem.
Worth knowing
Branch shape is fixed to the base, so you have less freedom to angle the wood.
What stands out
- Five sizes from about 18 cm to 71 cm
- Pre-attached slate base keeps the wood down
- No waterlogging wait
- Singles and 3/5-packs
Models and specs
| Model | Length |
|---|---|
| S | 18-30 cm |
| M | 30-41 cm |
| L | 41-51 cm |
| XL | 51-61 cm |
| 2X | 61-71 cm |
- Brand
- UNS
- Effect on water
- Releases tannins, lowers pH slightly and tints the water
- Colour
- Light brown wood on grey slate
- Texture
- Twisting spider-wood branches
- Buoyancy
- Held down by slate base
- Prep
- Rinse; ready to use
Figures from Glass Aqua's product listing. Makers revise products, so check the current figures before buying. Photos supplied by the brand or its distributor.
What spider wood does to your water
Chemically close to inert, but it leaches moderate tannins early on, which tint the water a light tea colour and nudge pH down a touch, more so in soft, low-buffered water. The staining fades over weeks and with water changes.
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the UNS Spider Wood on Slate Stone, drawn from its specs.
Does Spider Wood on Slate Stone affect water chemistry?
Releases tannins, lowers pH slightly and tints the water.
How do I prepare Spider Wood on Slate Stone before use?
Rinse; ready to use
Who is the UNS Spider Wood on Slate Stone best for?
Beginners and quick setups that want branchy wood without the floating problem.
Is there anything to watch out for with the UNS Spider Wood on Slate Stone?
Branch shape is fixed to the base, so you have less freedom to angle the wood.
What are the alternatives to the UNS Spider Wood on Slate Stone?
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