Striped Wood

Striped Wood is a true gem among aquascaping woods-highly sought after for its scarcity and distinctive striped surface textures. Each piece offers a thick, sturdy base root paired with elegantly flowing branches, making it an exceptional choice for expressive ryoboku-style layouts or complex biotope setups.

With a range of sizes from 20 to 60 cm, Striped Wood is suitable for both small tanks and expansive, statement layouts. Its dense structure adds stability, making it perfect for anchoring hardscape compositions.

Unlike many natural woods, Striped Wood releases little to no tannins, allowing you to enjoy crystal-clear water from day one without the typical discoloration or water-conditioning concerns.

Each piece is naturally unique, ensuring no two scapes will ever be the same. Whether you're designing a vibrant aquascape, paludarium, or terrarium, Striped Wood delivers elegant movement, texture, and character.

The WIO difference: We select only naturally aged in lakes stripped woods, high-quality woods, responsibly sourced and curated for artistic and ecological balance.

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• Extremely Rare: Sourced in limited quantities due to its natural scarcity.
• Striped Texture: Unique striped patterning adds visual interest and contrast.
• Dynamic Form: Thick base and flowing branches allow expressive ryoboku formations.
• Tannin-Free: Releases minimal tannins for crystal-clear water.
• Natural Stability: Heavy wood offers excellent structural support in aquascapes.
• Versatile: Ideal for aquariums, paludariums, and terrariums.
• Packaging: Sold by piece. Available in Small, Medium, and Large (20–120 cm).
• Origin: Responsibly collected, nature-aged, and untreated.

Preparation and Handling Precautions

• Curing Required: Striped Wood is a natural material and should be cured before introduction into aquariums or terrariums.
• Basic Curing (for new setups or small loads):
  - Soak in warm water for 24 hours.
  - Rinse thoroughly before use.
• Intensive Curing (for mature aquariums with livestock):
  - Boil for 30–60 minutes to eliminate any potential contaminants.
  - Follow with daily soaking in fresh water until it runs clear.
• Gradual Introduction: Introduce slowly to monitor potential water chemistry changes. Start with small pieces if uncertain.

Initial Buoyancy

• Wood may float initially. Soak for up to a month or secure temporarily using rocks, anchors, or WIO’s ScapeGlue Kits until fully waterlogged.

Natural Organic Material

• Variations in color, shape, and texture are part of its natural beauty-no two pieces are alike.

Water Monitoring

• Although low in tannins, driftwood can slightly lower pH.
• Maintain kH ≥ 3 for a stable buffer and monitor pH regularly.
• Test pH, kH, and gH weekly during initial setup.
• Perform partial water changes as needed to maintain water balance.
• Biofilm or saprolegnia may appear in early stages-this is normal and beneficial. Remove manually if desired; it will fade over time.

Placement

• Highlight Its Natural Flow: Position Striped Wood so its curves and branches lead the eye across your layout. Use flow direction, plant accents, or negative space to amplify its impact.
• Place diagonally or partially embedded in substrate for a more organic feel.
• Combine multiple pieces for layered, naturalistic compositions.