--- product_id: 280660707 title: "5kg Dried Reef Rock – Mixed Boulder & Plate Pack for Marine, Tropical & Cichlid Aquariums – Porous, Pest-Free, Easy to Scape – Ideal for Aquascaping, Filtration & Reef Setups" brand: "iquatics" price: "$226.23" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "I Quatics" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/280660707-5kg-dried-reef-rock-mixed-boulder-and-plate-pack-marine store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # 5kg mixed boulder & plate pack Sustainably sourced & pest-free Highly porous for natural filtration 5kg Dried Reef Rock – Mixed Boulder & Plate Pack for Marine, Tropical & Cichlid Aquariums – Porous, Pest-Free, Easy to Scape – Ideal for Aquascaping, Filtration & Reef Setups **Brand:** iquatics **Price:** $226.23 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🪸 Build your dream reefscape with confidence and style! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 5kg Dried Reef Rock – Mixed Boulder & Plate Pack for Marine, Tropical & Cichlid Aquariums – Porous, Pest-Free, Easy to Scape – Ideal for Aquascaping, Filtration & Reef Setups by iquatics - **How much does it cost?** $226.23 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/280660707-5kg-dried-reef-rock-mixed-boulder-and-plate-pack-marine) ## Best For - iquatics enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted iquatics brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Optimized Porosity:** Porous structure promotes beneficial bacteria growth, enhancing natural filtration and water quality. - • **Eco-Friendly & Safe:** Dried, pest-free rock reduces aquarium risks compared to live rock—clean and worry-free. - • **Lightweight & Stackable:** Easy to scape and bond with epoxy or freely stack for custom reef formations without heavy lifting. - • **Ready-to-Use Prep Guide:** Includes clear instructions to cycle and prepare your rock for a flawless aquarium setup. - • **Versatile Aquascaping Power:** Mixed shapes and sizes let you craft stunning, natural reefscapes that stand out. ## Overview The iQuatics 5kg Dried Reef Rock pack offers a sustainable, pest-free mix of boulder and plate shapes ideal for marine, tropical, and cichlid aquariums. Its highly porous coral skeleton structure supports natural filtration and alkalinity buffering, while being lightweight and easy to arrange. Perfect for aquascaping enthusiasts seeking a safe, eco-conscious alternative to live rock, complete with a preparation guide to ensure optimal cycling and aquarium health. ## Description Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy iQuatics 5kg Dried Reef Rock – Mixed Boulder & Plate Pack for Marine, Tropical & Cichlid Aquariums – Porous, Pest-Free, Easy to Scape – Ideal for Aquascaping, Filtration & Reef Setups at desertcart UK. Review: Good quality rocks for creating nano reefscapes - The box contains a couple of big shelve pieces and small rounder base pieces. A combination of these allows for a nice aquascape/reefscape to be created in the nano tank, or extended in a larger tank. The rocks appear to be coral skeletons (shelving montipora for the large flatter pieces if I were to guess) so have good porosity for bacteria and buffer for alkalinity. All of the pieces were generally well intact and only a little bit of rubble in the box. I ended up using the rubble for mounting frags so still useful! This is the second time I’m ordering these. The first box is already in a nano tank which was set up 3 months ago. The naturally varying shapes also help create natural caves and crevices for fish. As other have mentioned and is clear from produce description, the rocks need to be cycled. However i didn’t bother doing this the first time around in a new setup and just cycled them in the tank. Review: Recommend - Really impressed! Ordered and delivered in less than 24hours. As described nice selection of rock and platos ## Features - MIXED BOULDER/PLATE PACK - CONTAINING A VARIETY OF SHAPES AND SIZES COLLECTED FROM A SUSTAINABLE SOURCE - DRIED ROCK IS SAFE TO USE - IN ALL TYPES OF AQUARIUM, MARINE, TROPICAL, CICHLID ONCE PREPARED CORRECTLY - CLEAN AND FREE OF NUISANCE ALGAE AND PESTS - A SAFER AND MORE ECO FRIENDLY OPTION TO LIVE ROCK, GREATLY REDUCE THE RISK OF INTROUDUCING AN AQUARIUM NASTY ! - EASY TO SCAPE & POROUS - EASY TO BOND TOGETHER WITH EPOXY IF NEEDED FOR LARGER STRUCTURES BUT LIGHT ENOUGH TO BE STACKED FREELY IF NEEDED. - INCLUDES A SAFE PREPARATION SHEET - GUIDELINES ON HOW TO GET THE BEST OUT OF YOUR NEW DRIED ROCK ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08VNMMX99 | | Batteries required | No | | Best Sellers Rank | 78,205 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) 89 in Aquarium Décor Rocks | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (103) | | Date First Available | 2 Feb. 2021 | | Item Weight | 5 kg | | Item model number | NEW-IQU-MIXED-5KG | | Number of Items | 1 | | Pet Type | Fish | | Product Dimensions | 10 x 10 x 10 cm; 5 kg | | Quantity | 1 | | Size | 5 kg (Pack of 1) | ## Images ![5kg Dried Reef Rock – Mixed Boulder & Plate Pack for Marine, Tropical & Cichlid Aquariums – Porous, Pest-Free, Easy to Scape – Ideal for Aquascaping, Filtration & Reef Setups - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ZegBSTXpL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can this be painted different colours. If so what type of paint is safe to use.** A: I used it for my Reef aquarium to grow corrals on it. Is in salt water, so if used with delicate animals I would not paint it. If you want it for a dry decoration any acrylic paint should do=Toxic for animals. **Q: Can i put rocks in a 12 month old reef tank with live rock in it all ready? i do have a bucket and spare power head and half bottle of atm colany** A: Don’t know if you’re supposed butI had 4 live rocks in took 2 out and replaced them with 2 large pieces of this rock , gave it a good rinse and my tank is ok , not noticed anything wrong.I’m a first time reefer and it’s 12 months old.put the rock in about 4 was ago . Hope this helps. **Q: Please can i have step by step instruction on how to cure dry rock.what type of water how warm water should be etc.what do i do step by step please** A: HI, thanks for your message. Please take a look at our blog post which talks through the differet options in the industry which people use for curing rock. https://www.iquaticsonline.co.uk/methods-for-curing-dried-reef-rock/ **Q: What is the best way to cure this for a fowlr set up?** A: Hi, I used chlorine on this rock and soaked for about a week, I then dechlorinated for a day or two in RO and treatment. Then made sure it was fully dried. Worked well but green algae does love dry rock! ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality rocks for creating nano reefscapes *by A***B on 21 August 2025* The box contains a couple of big shelve pieces and small rounder base pieces. A combination of these allows for a nice aquascape/reefscape to be created in the nano tank, or extended in a larger tank. The rocks appear to be coral skeletons (shelving montipora for the large flatter pieces if I were to guess) so have good porosity for bacteria and buffer for alkalinity. All of the pieces were generally well intact and only a little bit of rubble in the box. I ended up using the rubble for mounting frags so still useful! This is the second time I’m ordering these. The first box is already in a nano tank which was set up 3 months ago. The naturally varying shapes also help create natural caves and crevices for fish. As other have mentioned and is clear from produce description, the rocks need to be cycled. However i didn’t bother doing this the first time around in a new setup and just cycled them in the tank. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Recommend *by M***Y on 19 August 2025* Really impressed! Ordered and delivered in less than 24hours. As described nice selection of rock and platos ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ You won't be disappointed! *by M***B on 2 May 2025* I was honestly expecting tiny pieces, not these massive chunks that are absolutely perfect for my nano reef! These will be perfect and look so good. ## Frequently Bought Together - iQuatics Aquarium Dried Reef Rock Mixed Pack (5kg) - CaribSea Arag-Alive Fiji Pink Sand - 20 lbs – Natural Aragonite Substrate for Marine & Reef Tanks – Supports Coral Growth & Enhances Tank Stability - Seachem Reef Glue Cyanoacrylate Gel Coral Frag Mounting, 20g (001167) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/280660707-5kg-dried-reef-rock-mixed-boulder-and-plate-pack-marine](https://www.desertcart.us/products/280660707-5kg-dried-reef-rock-mixed-boulder-and-plate-pack-marine) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-05-10*