{"product_id":"wio-wood-dragonscale","title":"WIO Wood - Dragonscale","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDragonscale Wood\u003c\/strong\u003e is an extraordinary hardscape material featuring a \u003cstrong\u003esculptural surface rich in holes, ridges, and vertical texture\u003c\/strong\u003e-reminiscent of \u003cstrong\u003edragon skin\u003c\/strong\u003e or ancient bark. Its weathered, natural appearance and intricate voids create \u003cstrong\u003edramatic light and shadow interplay\u003c\/strong\u003e, perfect for layouts that demand texture and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is naturally eroded, making it ideal for \u003cstrong\u003eepiphytic plants and mosses\u003c\/strong\u003e. These hollows and crevices create opportunities for beautiful plant anchoring while mimicking aged forest environments or volcanic rockscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether used as a vertical statement piece or a carved detail in a complex scape, Dragonscale Wood offers \u003cstrong\u003etrue wabi-sabi elegance\u003c\/strong\u003e-inviting creativity and expressive composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe WIO difference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each piece is selected for its \u003cstrong\u003ehigh sculptural potential and natural integrity\u003c\/strong\u003e. Dragonscale Wood can also be \u003cstrong\u003ecrafted or shaped\u003c\/strong\u003e for custom expressions in design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-hook=\"collapse-info-section\" class=\"YInLPU\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-hook=\"collapse-info-item\" class=\"KHWbzo undefined\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-hook=\"info-section-title\" aria-hidden=\"false\" class=\"szUvEIq odg_kMs---typography-11-runningText odg_kMs---priority-7-primary _HOcyB x4nptw sxbtulv ftb6e2\"\u003eKey Points\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-hook=\"collapse-info-minus-icon\" class=\"aecizt ciGGdC QfrfFD cell\"\u003e\u003csvg height=\"15\" width=\"15\" fill=\"currentColor\" viewbox=\"0 0 15 15\"\u003e\u003cg fill-rule=\"evenodd\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"none\" id=\"Page-2\"\u003e\u003cg fill-rule=\"nonzero\" fill=\"currentColor\" id=\"Desktop-1920-\/-1080\"\u003e\u003cg transform=\"translate(2 7)\" id=\"new_minus\"\u003e\u003cg id=\"Rectangle-5\"\u003e\u003cg id=\"Page-1\"\u003e\u003cg id=\"Desktop-1920-\/-1080\"\u003e\u003cg id=\"Group\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M0 0L11 0 11 1 0 1z\" id=\"Rectangle-5\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rah-static rah-static--height-auto\" aria-hidden=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ulKuLk QfrfFD cell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"zp8uy2\" data-hook=\"info-section-description\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDragon Skin Texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deeply grooved and perforated surface for dramatic chiaroscuro.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Wabi-Sabi:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each piece displays weathered beauty and expressive imperfection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant-Ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for attaching mosses and epiphytic plants in hollows and crests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomizable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be carved or shaped for bespoke compositions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for aquariums, paludariums, and terrariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold by piece. Available in Extra Small \u0026lt;10 cm(4in), Small 10-20 cm(4to8in), and Medium sizes 20-30 cm(8 to 12in).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally weathered wood, untreated and full of character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"YInLPU\" data-hook=\"collapse-info-section\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"KHWbzo undefined\" data-hook=\"collapse-info-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"szUvEIq odg_kMs---typography-11-runningText odg_kMs---priority-7-primary _HOcyB x4nptw sxbtulv ftb6e2\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-hook=\"info-section-title\"\u003eUsage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aecizt ciGGdC QfrfFD cell\" data-hook=\"collapse-info-minus-icon\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 15 15\" fill=\"currentColor\" width=\"15\" height=\"15\"\u003e\u003cg id=\"Page-2\" stroke=\"none\" fill=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"\u003e\u003cg id=\"Desktop-1920-\/-1080\" fill=\"currentColor\" fill-rule=\"nonzero\"\u003e\u003cg id=\"new_minus\" transform=\"translate(2 7)\"\u003e\u003cg id=\"Rectangle-5\"\u003e\u003cg id=\"Page-1\"\u003e\u003cg id=\"Desktop-1920-\/-1080\"\u003e\u003cg id=\"Group\"\u003e\u003cpath id=\"Rectangle-5\" d=\"M0 0L11 0 11 1 0 1z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"false\" class=\"rah-static rah-static--height-auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ulKuLk QfrfFD cell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-hook=\"info-section-description\" class=\"zp8uy2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation and Handling Precautions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCuring Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragonscale Wood should be properly cured before aquatic use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBasic Curing (for decorative or small-scale use):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Soak in warm water for 24 hours.\u003cbr\u003e- Rinse thoroughly before placing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntensive Curing (for sensitive aquatic environments):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Boil for 30–60 minutes to reduce tannins and prepare surface for planting.\u003cbr\u003e- Follow with daily water soaking until water is clear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGradual Introduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Especially in smaller systems, start with a piece or two and monitor conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInitial Buoyancy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay float initially. 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