--- product_id: 57558297 title: "Pettex Roman Jet Black Gravel 8 kg (Pack of 1)" brand: "pettex" price: "196166CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Pettex" url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/57558297-pettex-roman-jet-black-gravel-8-kg-pack-of-1 store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # 8 kg premium jet black gravel finer size ideal for aquatic planting optimized for bottom feeders & barbed fish Pettex Roman Jet Black Gravel 8 kg (Pack of 1) **Brand:** pettex **Price:** 196166CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚫ Elevate your tank’s vibe with jet black elegance! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Pettex Roman Jet Black Gravel 8 kg (Pack of 1) by pettex - **How much does it cost?** 196166CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/57558297-pettex-roman-jet-black-gravel-8-kg-pack-of-1) ## Best For - pettex enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted pettex brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Rapid Water Clarity:** Initial cloudiness clears within 24 hours with filtration, delivering crystal-clear water and a pristine tank environment. - • **Fish-Friendly Design:** Specifically suited for bottom feeders and barbed fish, ensuring a safe and natural habitat for your aquatic pets. - • **Perfect Planting Medium:** Finer gravel size enhances root anchorage and promotes healthy aquatic plant growth for vibrant underwater landscapes. - • **Trusted Quality & Heritage:** Backed by Pettex’s 60+ years of expertise, this gravel guarantees durability and premium performance for all aquarium types. - • **Transform Your Aquarium Aesthetic:** Deep jet black gravel creates a sleek, modern backdrop that makes your fish pop and your tank Instagram-ready. ## Overview Pettex Roman Jet Black Gravel (8 kg) is a high-quality, fine-sized substrate designed to enhance aquarium aesthetics and support aquatic plant growth. Ideal for all aquarium types, especially bottom feeders and barbed fish, it clears quickly after setup and is trusted by aquarists worldwide for its durability and premium finish. ## Description From the manufacturer Pettex Roman Aquarium Gravel With a large range of natural, coloured and sand gravels Pettex Roman Aquatic Gravels are the perfect way to enhance the look of your aquarium. Decorative Pettex Roman Aquatic Gravel is the perfect way to enhance the visual impact of your tank. With their striking colours and unusual shapes our gravels are sure to give your aquarium the wow factor! Planting Medium Due to the finer size of the coloured and sand gravels in the Roman Aquatic Range the planting of tropical ecosystems is made simple and easy. Fish Suitability Suitable for all types of aquariums, including coldwater, tropical and marine, our gravels can also be utilised in aquariums that are home to bottom feeders and barbed fish. Pettex Roman Gravel Pettex Roman Aquatic Gravel is one of the many fine products that we offer here at Pettex. Celebrating over 60 years in business, we are known for our high quality products, enhanced by our carefully selected range. Our full and comprehensive range of aquarium gravels are suited to the varied needs of you and your fish! Review: Great Black Gravel – Cloudy at First but Clears Fast - I recently added this black gravel to my aquarium and overall I’m very happy with it. The deep black colour makes the fish stand out beautifully and gives the tank a clean, modern look. It really transforms the whole setup. When I first added water, I’ll be honest — it looked quite messy and cloudy. Even after rinsing, there was still some dust that made the tank murky. However, once I turned on the filter, everything cleared up in less than 24 hours. After that, the water became crystal clear and the gravel looked fantastic. Review: The best aquarium gravel, versatile and good-looking - Bought this for my shrimp tank in midnight mix blue. Its small and gets everywhere but its the best I have used. Its a lovely deep colour and looks great when the tank light's on. I wanted a sea bottom effect that would give the tank a proper under water theme and with real plants and seashell hidey holes for the shrimps i am so pleased with the effect. I have made it an uneven bottom with high points and dips this gravel is great for aquaplaning. It helps the shrimps when looking for food its easier for them to move about. I definitely recommend it. My shrimps recommend it, and I'm chuffed to say the shrimplets do too. I'm positive I saw some teeny weeny ones this morning. ## Features - Warning:Not suitable for children under 36 months - Warning:To be used under the direct supervision of an adult - Increased surface area allows for improved anaerobic activity - Suitable for bottom feeders and barbed fish - Makes the perfect planting medium due to its finer size ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B004CS8PD0 | | Age Range Description | All Life Stages | | Are Batteries Required | No | | Batteries are Included | No | | Best Sellers Rank | 3,617 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) 11 in Aquarium Gravel | | Brand | Pettex | | Brand Name | Pettex | | Breed Recommendation | Large Breeds | | Capacity | 8 kg | | Colour | Gold | | Country Of Origin | United Kingdom | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 2,076 Reviews | | Dog Breed Size | Large | | Global Trade Identification Number | 05019093040584 | | Included Components | Pettex Roman Gravel Jet Black 8kg | | Item Type Name | Pettex Roman Gravel Jet Black 8kg | | Item Weight | 8 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Pettex | | Manufacturer Part Number | 3018 | | Material | Stein | | Material Type | Stein | | Model Number | 52520/1366 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Operation Mode | Manual | | Power Source | Manual | | Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only | | Recommended Uses For Product | Aquarium Feeding | | Recommended uses for product | Aquarium Feeding | | Special Features | high quality | | Special feature | high quality | | Style | 8 kg | | Target Species | fish | | Target species | fish | | Unit Count | 8000.0 gram | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Pettex - **Material:** Stein - **Recommended uses for product:** Aquarium Feeding - **Special feature:** high quality - **Target species:** fish ## Images ![Pettex Roman Jet Black Gravel 8 kg (Pack of 1) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81i2GDdrtaL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What size pieces is the jet black In mm please** A: Small pieces. About 2mm generally. Frozen pea size maximum but mostly smaller. **Q: Would this substrate be suitable for corydoras?** A: Corydoras will be OK in a gravel surface although they prefer something softer like sand in their natural environment. There is nothing here to catch delicate gills, it's all rounded off nicely. Give them somewhere to hide like a leafy plant to keep them happy. **Q: How many bags would I need for a 35L tank, it's 50cm x 25cm?** A: I used half of a bag for a 10 litre tank so I would use 3 and a half depending on what thickness you would want at the bottom of the tank **Q: I notice buyers have received different sizes. I would like particle size of 1-2mm, How do order to ensure the correct grade is delivered?** A: It does normally say on the additional information part ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Black Gravel – Cloudy at First but Clears Fast *by A***R on 21 February 2026* I recently added this black gravel to my aquarium and overall I’m very happy with it. The deep black colour makes the fish stand out beautifully and gives the tank a clean, modern look. It really transforms the whole setup. When I first added water, I’ll be honest — it looked quite messy and cloudy. Even after rinsing, there was still some dust that made the tank murky. However, once I turned on the filter, everything cleared up in less than 24 hours. After that, the water became crystal clear and the gravel looked fantastic. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best aquarium gravel, versatile and good-looking *by D***T on 3 February 2026* Bought this for my shrimp tank in midnight mix blue. Its small and gets everywhere but its the best I have used. Its a lovely deep colour and looks great when the tank light's on. I wanted a sea bottom effect that would give the tank a proper under water theme and with real plants and seashell hidey holes for the shrimps i am so pleased with the effect. I have made it an uneven bottom with high points and dips this gravel is great for aquaplaning. It helps the shrimps when looking for food its easier for them to move about. I definitely recommend it. My shrimps recommend it, and I'm chuffed to say the shrimplets do too. I'm positive I saw some teeny weeny ones this morning. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quite good but did find a small piece of rusty wire. *by L***M on 13 January 2022* Quite good. Looks nice but did find a small piece of rusty wire which could have caused injury to the tank inhabitants or poisoned the water. Very lucky to have found it whilst rinsing the gravel in a bucket. ## Frequently Bought Together - Pettex Roman Jet Black Gravel 8 kg (Pack of 1) - AQUARIAN TAP WATER SAFE, Aquarium Water Conditioner, 118 ml Bottle,White - Pettex Roman Gravel Aquatic Roman Gravel 2 Kg Jet Black --- ## 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.sn/products/57558297-pettex-roman-jet-black-gravel-8-kg-pack-of-1](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/57558297-pettex-roman-jet-black-gravel-8-kg-pack-of-1) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-09-06*