{"product_id":"drainbase-drainage-kugeln","title":"SOILICO DrainBase - Expanded Clay Balls","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSOILICO DrainBase – Expanded clay pebbles for terrariums\u003c\/strong\u003e – high-quality \u003cstrong\u003eexpanded clay pebbles\u003c\/strong\u003e as a reliable \u003cstrong\u003edrainage layer in the terrarium\u003c\/strong\u003e . SOILICO DrainBase is used as the bottom layer in the setup so that excess water can drain away in a controlled manner instead of remaining permanently in the substrate. This is particularly suitable for \u003cstrong\u003ehumid\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003etropical\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong\u003ebioactive setups\u003c\/strong\u003e where a well-structured base is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes SOILICO DrainBase special:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n – \u003cstrong\u003eIntended as a drainage layer\u003c\/strong\u003e : supports the drainage of excess water and helps to reduce waterlogging in the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e\n – \u003cstrong\u003eStable substructure\u003c\/strong\u003e : creates a load-bearing, airy base beneath the actual soil.\u003cbr\u003e\n – \u003cstrong\u003eExpanded clay pebbles with 10–20 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e : suitable for a structured and airy drainage layer\u003cbr\u003e \n– \u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for humid and bioactive setups\u003c\/strong\u003e : ideal for setups with regular watering or higher humidity\u003cbr\u003e\n – \u003cstrong\u003eResealable zip closure\u003c\/strong\u003e : clean storage and easy portioning in everyday life\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTypical areas of application:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n – As \u003cstrong\u003ea drainage layer\u003c\/strong\u003e under tropical and moist soil substrates\u003cbr\u003e\n – As a \u003cstrong\u003ebase\u003c\/strong\u003e for bioactive setups to direct water away from the substrate\u003cbr\u003e\n – In \u003cstrong\u003eplant areas\u003c\/strong\u003e where a clear moisture structure is desired\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n – \u003cstrong\u003e2 L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n SOILICO DrainBase is installed as \u003cstrong\u003ethe bottom layer\u003c\/strong\u003e . This is typically followed by a \u003cstrong\u003eseparation layer\u003c\/strong\u003e , such as fleece or mesh, to prevent the substrate and drainage from mixing. The desired soil substrate is then added. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-top: 14px; border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.10); padding-top: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; color: #111; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n \u003cspan\u003eWhat is SOILICO DrainBase used for?\u003c\/span\u003e \n\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"margin-left: auto; color: #a5bd19; font-weight: 800;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 10px; line-height: 1.6; color: #333;\"\u003e SOILICO DrainBase is used as \u003cstrong\u003ea drainage layer\u003c\/strong\u003e to allow excess water to drain away. This helps protect the soil from permanently wet areas and promotes a more stable soil environment. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-top: 10px; border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.10); padding-top: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; color: #111; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n \u003cspan\u003eWhat size ball does SOILICO DrainBase have?\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"margin-left: auto; color: #a5bd19; font-weight: 800;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 10px; line-height: 1.6; color: #333;\"\u003e The expanded clay pebbles are \u003cstrong\u003e10–20 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e in size. This size is suitable for an \u003cstrong\u003eairy and stable drainage layer\u003c\/strong\u003e , allowing water to drain away and keeping the substructure structured. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-top: 10px; border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.10); padding-top: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; color: #111; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n \u003cspan\u003eIs a separating layer needed over the drainage?\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"margin-left: auto; color: #a5bd19; font-weight: 800;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n   \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 10px; line-height: 1.6; color: #333;\"\u003eYes, a \u003cstrong\u003eseparating layer\u003c\/strong\u003e such as fleece or mesh is recommended. This keeps the drainage clearer and prevents the substrate from slipping into the spheres. The structure remains cleaner and functions more reliably in the long term. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-top: 10px; border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.10); padding-top: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; color: #111; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n \u003cspan\u003eFor which setups is SOILICO DrainBase particularly suitable?\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"margin-left: auto; color: #a5bd19; font-weight: 800;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 10px; line-height: 1.6; color: #333;\"\u003e SOILICO DrainBase is particularly useful in \u003cstrong\u003etropical and humid\u003c\/strong\u003e setups, in \u003cstrong\u003ebioactive structures\u003c\/strong\u003e and anywhere where watering or spraying is done regularly and water needs to be drained in a controlled manner. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-top: 10px; border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.10); padding-top: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; color: #111; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n \u003cspan\u003eWhat is the advantage of a zip closure?\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"margin-left: auto; color: #a5bd19; font-weight: 800;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n   \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 10px; line-height: 1.6; color: #333;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eresealable zip closure\u003c\/strong\u003e allows for clean storage and easy portioning. SOILICO DrainBase stays tidy without the need for transferring and is easy to handle in everyday life. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-top: 10px; border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.10); padding-top: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; color: #111; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n \u003cspan\u003eWhat is the best way to store SOILICO DrainBase?\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"margin-left: auto; color: #a5bd19; font-weight: 800;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 10px; line-height: 1.6; color: #333;\"\u003e Store in a dry place and, after use, completely close the \u003cstrong\u003ezip closure\u003c\/strong\u003e . This keeps SOILICO DrainBase clean, protected, and ready for use at all times.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Soilico","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53379478880520,"sku":"SOI_DB","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0712\/9150\/2856\/files\/SOI_DB-Blaehtonkugeln.png?v=1771925525","url":"https:\/\/lucatech3d.shop\/en\/products\/drainbase-drainage-kugeln","provider":"LucaTech3D - Terrarium Line","version":"1.0","type":"link"}