Description
Lifegard Pagoda Crema Textured Stone - 44 Lbs Box (Small Size)
Intricate Layering: The Art of Miniature Landscapes
The Lifegard Pagoda Crema Textured Stone is a stunning choice for aquascapers who appreciate architectural beauty and soft, natural colors. Named for its horizontal, shelf-like layering that mimics the silhouette of ancient pagoda roofs, this stone provides immediate structure and visual interest. This 44 lb box of small-sized stones is specifically selected for detail-oriented scaping, nano-tanks, and complex foreground arrangements.
The "Crema" variety is distinguished by its light and airy color palette, featuring warm creams, soft tans, and subtle earthy browns. These light tones are exceptional for brightening up an aquarium and creating a sense of clean, natural elegance that contrasts beautifully with dark substrates and bright green aquatic mosses.
Key Features:
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Architectural Layering: Unique horizontal "steps" and jagged shelves create a sense of geological time and weathered ancient rock.
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Soft Crema Palette: Warm cream and tan hues provide a sophisticated, high-end look that lightens the overall feel of the aquascape.
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Nano-Scale Detail: Small pieces are ideal for 5- to 10-gallon setups or for creating realistic "rubble" at the base of larger Pagoda structures.
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100% Natural & Inert: Safe for all freshwater inhabitants; it will not significantly impact your water parameters, making it perfect for planted and shrimp tanks.
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Textured Surfaces: The rough, layered surface provides an excellent gripping point for epiphytic plants and beneficial biofilm.
Aquascaping & Design:
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Detailed Rockwork: Use these small stones to bridge the gap between large focal boulders and the substrate, creating a more natural, eroded transition.
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Terraced Planting: The flat "shelves" of the stone are perfect for holding small amounts of substrate or for securing mosses like Fissidens fontanus.
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Nano-Canyons: Arrange these stones vertically to create miniature canyon walls with incredible horizontal texture in desktop aquariums.
Product Specifications:
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Total Weight: 44 lbs
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Stone Size: Small (typically 2" to 5" in length; sizes vary naturally)
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Color: Cream, Tan, and Soft Earthy Brown
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Brand: Lifegard Aquatics
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SKU: R480034
Preparation & Use: As a natural sedimentary stone, we recommend a thorough rinse in fresh water before use to remove any dust or loose sediment from shipping. For the most dramatic effect, try positioning the stones so the horizontal layering is consistent across your entire hardscape, mimicking the look of real-world geological strata.
Setup Tip: To emphasize the soft cream colors of the Pagoda Crema stone, pair it with a dark brown or black substrate like Amazonia or Stratos. The contrast will make the intricate horizontal layers of the stone "pop" and become the star of your layout.
Complete the Geological Scene: For larger displays, pair these detail stones with Lifegard Pagoda Crema Textured Stone Medium and Large 44 lb boxes to achieve a professional range of scale and depth.
