Josh’s Frogs Terrarium Substrate Barrier (24″x18″)
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Product Description
Josh’s Frogs Terrarium Substrate Barrier
Prevents substrate from falling into the drainage layer, which clogs the layer and reduces its effectiveness. Allows substrate to stay drier and last longer.
How to Use Substrate Barrier 
Prep
Unfold barrier and place on false bottom as evenly as possible.
The excess substrate barrier can be cut or folded to fit in your specific enclosure.
Step 1
False Bottom works best when used with ABG Mix, Substrate Barrier, Sphagnum Moss, and Leaf Litter.
Step 2
Add focal points like wood and hides
Step 3
Tuck plants around the decor with tall plants in the back and shorter plants in the front.
Step 4
Springtails and isopods are small insects that eat waste, dead plant matter, and mold.
Step 5
The vivarium is ready for Dart Frogs, or other pets that like low ventilation and high humidity.
Setting Up a Bioactive Vivarium
1 Layer Substrate 2 Decorate 3 Plant 4 Clean up Crew 5 Introduce Pets
Parts of a Bioactive Terrarium
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Layer Order
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Function
Prevent soil from being soggy
Keep false bottom clean
Grow plants
Keep soil moist and pets clean
Keep pets clean & food for CuC
Hiding spots and process waste
Break down pet and plant waste
Approximate Lifespan
Indefinitely reusable
5+ years
2-5 years
2 years
2 months
2-5 years
Will reproduce
1 Bag per Square Foot
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What animals can use a drainage layer?
Drainage layers are ideal for use with any tropical animals that require frequent misting or moderate to high humidity.
Can it be used with other substrates besides ABG?
Yes! ABG is the most common bioactive substrate, but it could be used with any tropical substrate.
How many pieces do I need?
We recommend 1 piece for most tanks except for ones that have a dimension longer than 24″ or 18″. (Click on product images for a chart)
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
Product Dimensions : 24 x 18 x 0.5 inches; 0.32 ounces
Item model number : SUVELAM
Date First Available : May 14, 2018
Manufacturer : Josh’s Frogs
ASIN : B07D2KLX43
PREVENTS a clogged false bottom in a naturalistic vivarium
SEPARATES the false bottom and ABG Mix layers
POROUS material that allows water to drain into the false bottom
LIGHTWEIGHT and CUSTOMIZABLE so that it can fit your vivarium exactly
MORE BIOACTIVE SUPPLIES from Josh’s Frogs! We also offer ABG mix, BioBedding, Substrate Barrier, Leaf Litter, Bioactive Booster, clean up crew cultures and plants
8 reviews for Josh’s Frogs Terrarium Substrate Barrier (24″x18″)
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Courtney Helterbridle –
Great
Works as intended!
Michael –
Worked as required
This companies products are amazing
SIDEKICK –
Easy
It looks sturdy, feels sturdy and is easy to work with. Works as advertised.
Madeja –
Served its purpose perfectly
Madison L –
Good
Works good, a bit small.
Kristy –
Good job
The stuff did exactly what it was supposed to do very happy with it
B.Haywood –
Does itâs intended job
Weâre first time reptile owners and wanted to do our crusty right. After much research we decided on this layer technique for our tank as our first official tank set up. I cut the mesh to size with some extra but not enough for a second go. Itâs doing itâs job of keeping the dirt up and letting the excess moisture down to be absorbed by the clay Leca balls.
Phoenix Simpson –
Whites tree frog cage
This barrier works really well and was even larger than i expected! it holds the substrate and filters water through easily.