Exfoliators Perlite Medium (Lightweight)

Enhance your growing mix with Exfoliators Perlite Medium – the premium, lightweight, and sterile horticultural grade perlite trusted by professional growers across Australia.

Known for its coarse consistency and superior expansion qualities, this perlite is sourced from high-quality reserves in Northern Australia and processed by the nation’s leading manufacturer. Ideal for aerating hydroponic and soil mixes, this product offers exceptional water retention, improved root development, and versatile use across horticulture, hydroponics, and even insulation applications.

Features

• 100% sterile and pH neutral for plant and animal safety

• Ultra-lightweight with low bulk density (50–75kg/m³)

• Excellent expansion rate from original density (1100kg/m³)

• Improves aeration and water drainage in growing mediums

• Versatile for use in potting mixes, hydroponics, concrete, insulation, and more

• Coarse-grade particles for optimum air porosity and water retention

Why You Should Buy

If you're looking to improve soil structure, increase oxygen availability to roots, and optimize nutrient uptake, Exfoliators Perlite Medium is a must-have in your grow setup. Whether you're a hobbyist or commercial grower, its light weight and exceptional performance in both hydroponic and traditional growing systems make it a versatile and economical choice and a fantastic product to be used in many diverse applications. Plus, being locally sourced and manufactured ensures you’re investing in Australian quality.

Common Applications

• Hydroponic growing systems

• Potting mixes for indoor/outdoor plants

• Soil conditioning for garden beds

• Lightweight concrete and insulation fillers

• Refractory and spill absorbent use

FAQs

Is this perlite suitable for organic gardening?
Yes, it is completely inert and sterile, making it compatible with organic systems.

What size are the particles in this grade?
This is a medium coarse grade, offering balanced water retention and air space.

Does this perlite hold water or drain it?
It provides excellent drainage while retaining enough moisture to support plant health.

Can I use this with other media like coco coir or soil?
Absolutely, it’s designed to be mixed with a variety of substrates to improve structure and aeration.

How much does the 100L bag weigh?
Approximately 5–7.5 kg depending on the specific compaction level.