Brightwell Aquatics Razor Freshwater – 500mL
Brightwell Aquatics Razor Freshwater – 500mL
Brightwell Razor Freshwater is a systemic freshwater aquarium cleaner designed to target and clean surfaces such as rocks, driftwood, decorations, and aquarium walls. It helps loosen debris, coatings, slime, and surface buildup so routine aquarium maintenance becomes easier and more effective.
Razor Freshwater is a helpful maintenance product for freshwater aquariums where organic buildup, surface film, and stubborn coatings are making decorations, hardscape, or glass look dirty. It can also help reduce excess surface buildup that may contribute to unwanted algae growth over time.
Key Features
- Systemic freshwater aquarium surface cleaner
- Targets rock, driftwood, decorations, and tank walls
- Helps loosen debris, coatings, slime, and organic buildup
- Makes scraping, cleaning, and vacuuming more effective
- Useful for freshwater aquariums and planted tanks when used as directed
- Helps support a cleaner-looking aquarium between maintenance
- Made in the USA
Recommended Use
- Freshwater aquariums with buildup on decorations or hardscape
- Planted tanks with surface coatings on rocks or driftwood
- Aquariums with slime, film, or organic buildup
- Tanks where glass, decor, or hardscape needs extra cleaning support
- Routine aquarium maintenance support
Directions
Shake well before use. Add Razor Freshwater to a high-flow area of the aquarium for even distribution.
- Standard Dose: Add 1mL per 10 US gallons of aquarium water.
- 50 Gallon Dose: Add 5mL per 50 US gallons of aquarium water.
- Repeat Use: Repeat every 3 days until desired results are obtained.
- Maintenance Dose: Dose once weekly to help maintain the aquarium.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Brightwell Aquatics
- Product: Razor Freshwater
- Size: 500mL / 17 fl oz
- UPC: 810086018956
- Water Type: Freshwater
- Use: Systemic freshwater aquarium surface cleaner
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Brightwell Razor Freshwater do?
Razor Freshwater helps clean aquarium surfaces by loosening debris, slime, coatings, and organic buildup from rocks, driftwood, decorations, and tank walls.
Is Razor Freshwater an algae remover?
Razor Freshwater is best described as a systemic surface cleaner. By helping remove organic buildup and surface coatings, it may help reduce conditions that contribute to algae growth, but it should still be paired with good maintenance, lighting control, and nutrient management.
Can I use Razor Freshwater in a planted tank?
Yes, Brightwell describes Razor Freshwater as plant-safe when used as directed.
Is Razor Freshwater safe for shrimp?
Use caution. Some retailer guidance states not to use Razor Freshwater with crustaceans such as shrimp, crabs, or lobsters. For shrimp tanks, it is best to avoid use unless the manufacturer’s current label confirms it is safe for your setup.
How often should I dose Razor Freshwater?
Dose 1mL per 10 gallons every 3 days until desired results are reached. For maintenance, dose once weekly.
Does Razor Freshwater replace cleaning or water changes?
No. Razor Freshwater helps loosen buildup and improve cleaning effectiveness, but regular water changes, glass cleaning, gravel vacuuming, and filter maintenance are still important.
Where should I add Razor Freshwater?
Add it to a high-flow area of the aquarium so it disperses evenly throughout the tank.
How long does a 500mL bottle last?
At the standard dose of 1mL per 10 gallons, a 500mL bottle treats up to approximately 5,000 total gallons.
Important Note
This product is intended for ornamental freshwater aquarium use only. Keep out of reach of children. Not for human consumption. Always follow label directions. Avoid use with crustaceans unless the current product label confirms suitability.
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