Substrate in the ADA style Aquarium

1.	Distribute evenly 1-2 cm (1/2" to 3/4") of POWER SAND on the bottom glass of the tank. One 2 ltr. bag covers a surface of 40 x 40 cm. (15 sq. inches) Note: POWER SAND SPECIAL contains BACTER 100 and CLEAR SUPER.

2.	Spread BACTER 100 on the above-mentioned layer. Dosage: two teaspoons per each 40 x 40 cm of surface. (15 sq. inches)
3.	In order to optimize bacterial colonization in the substrate and remove the excess nitrogenous material, we recommend using CLEAR SUPER. Dosage: two teaspoons per each 40 x 40 cm of surface.
4.	For a rapid and optimum growth of the root system, we recommend introducing TOURMALINE BC. Dosage: two teaspoons per each 40 x 40 cm of surface.

5.	Finally, cover it all with AQUA SOIL giving a 4-6 cm layer in the front and a 12-15 cm layer at the back. One 9 ltr. bag covers 45 x 45cm of surface.

6.	If you want to create a simpler layout with less demanding plants, you can use, instead of AQUA SOIL, the layout sands SAND SERIES: BRIGHT SAND, RIO NEGRO SAND, SARAWAK SAND or NILE SAND. One 8 kg bag of sand bag, well rinsed, per each 45 x 45 cm of surface.
7.	Once the substrate is arranged, one can start positioning woods and rocks, followed by planting in a few centimetres of water.
8.	It is very important to use tweezers when planting in order not to disturb the various materials of the substrate .
Note: It will be possible to fill up the tank with water only after arranging the substrate. To avoid disturbing the substrate, we recommend to using a plastic bag (fish bag) and letting the water run slowly out of the pipe.