Ocean Max-White Gravel 5kg

The OceanMax White Gravel often listed as "Max-White Gravel" or white aquarium gravel) is an aquarium substrate used mainly in freshwater tanks and aquascaping. It's popular because the bright white colour makes fish, shrimp, and green plants stand out visually. Listings describe it as smooth 46 mm white gravel/artificial stone suitable for decorative aquariums.

Key features

• Colour: Bright white / modern clean look
• Bag size: 5 kg
• Grain size: Around 46 mm gravel pieces
• Use case: Freshwater aquariums, decorative aquascapes, planted tanks with hardy plants
• Visual effect: Reflects light strongly, making tanks appear brighter and larger

Pros

• Makes fish colours "pop"
• Good for minimalist or modern aquascapes
• Smooth stones are generally safer for many fish species
• Easy to vacuum-clean compared with fine sand
• Suitable for beginners

Things to know before buying

• White gravel shows dirt, algae, and fish waste quickly. Aquarium hobbyists often mention that white substrate needs more frequent maintenance than darker gravel.
• Pure gravel substrates are mostly decorative and usually don't contain nutrients for rooted plants. If you plan a heavily planted aquarium, you may need root tabs or nutrient soil underneath.
• A 5 kg bag is usually enough for:
  • Small tanks (roughly 3060 L) with moderate depth
  • Thin decorative layers in larger tanks
    Larger planted aquariums often need more than 5 kg.

Maintenance tips

• Rinse thoroughly before use to remove dust
• Use a gravel vacuum during water changes
• Avoid overfeeding fish to keep the white colour clean
• Mixing some darker gravel with white can reduce visible staining