--- product_id: 16170456 title: "Airmax Black DyeMond Pond & Lake Dye 4X Concentrate, 1 Quart" brand: "airmax" price: "R1931" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/16170456-airmax-black-dyemond-pond-and-lake-dye-4x-concentrate-1 store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Slows weed & algae growth 4X concentrated formula treats 1 acre Blocks UV rays to protect pond Airmax Black DyeMond Pond & Lake Dye 4X Concentrate, 1 Quart **Brand:** airmax **Price:** R1931 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌊 Transform your pond into a shimmering oasis with zero hassle! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Airmax Black DyeMond Pond & Lake Dye 4X Concentrate, 1 Quart by airmax - **How much does it cost?** R1931 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/16170456-airmax-black-dyemond-pond-and-lake-dye-4x-concentrate-1) ## Best For - airmax enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted airmax brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ultimate UV Shield:** Protect your pond from harmful sun rays while enhancing its natural beauty. - • **Eco-Friendly & Safe:** Safe for fish, birds, pets, livestock, and the environment—swim and fish worry-free. - • **Season-Long Vibrance:** Use year-round with no temperature limits; maintain stunning pond color every 4-8 weeks. - • **Effortless Application:** No mixing or measuring—just pour and watch the color transform your pond. - • **Power-Packed Concentration:** One quart equals one gallon of other dyes—treat large ponds effortlessly. ## Overview Airmax Black DyeMond Pond & Lake Dye is a highly concentrated liquid colorant designed to enhance pond aesthetics, block harmful UV rays, and inhibit weed and algae growth. One quart treats up to 1 acre of water 4-6 feet deep, dispersing easily without mixing. Safe for recreational use and aquatic life, it maintains vibrant pond color year-round with simple reapplications every 4-8 weeks. ## Description Airmax Pond Dye is a liquid coloring agent designed to enhance the beauty of your pond, provide a natural pond shade, and improve water quality. Pond dye blocks specific portions of the sunlight spectrum, slowing weed growth and keeping your water clear and clean. The most popular reason to add dye is to enhance your landscape's natural color and beauty. One quart treats 1 acre pond, 4-6 feet deep. Pour one quart of Airmax Pond Dye per acre 4-6 feet deep in several spots along the pond's edge – no mixing required. One quart is equivalent to one gallon of other pond and lake colorants. The dye will disperse itself throughout the pond within several hours of application. When to Apply Dye for ponds is a proactive approach to reducing many common problems caused by excessive sunlight. Airmax Pond Dye helps cool the water in the summer, and it can improve the appearance of a pond almost immediately. Water temperature has no effect on Pond Dye and should be applied monthly or as needed to maintain a true color all season long. Heavy rain and/or intense sunlight may require additional treatments of pond dye. Apply Airmax Pond Dye every 4-8 weeks or as needed to maintain the desired color. Restrictions Airmax Pond Dye may be applied to lakes and ponds used for irrigation and aquaculture. Water treated with Pond Dye may be used for recreation, fishing and other activities immediately after treatment. Safe for recreational ponds, horses, livestock, birds, pets, fish, wildlife and the environment. Do not apply to water that will be used for human consumption. Not for use in small water features, water gardens, or pools. Can I overdose pond dye? Adding additional dye to your pond or lake will deepen the color, but it will not harm aquatic life or vegetation. Follow the dosage rates listed on the product label. Remember that you can always add more dye, but once it's in the water, only time, evaporation, and rainfall can dilute the color. Can I just do one application of pond dye? Pond dyes on average will last between 4-8 weeks, depending on rainfall and intense sunlight. Apply Airmax Pond Dye every 4-8 weeks or as needed to maintain the desired color. Is pond dye safe to use in a pond used for swimming? Yes. Water treated with Airmax Pond Dye may be used for recreation, fishing, and other activities immediately after treatment. Safe for recreational ponds, horses, livestock, birds, pets, fish, wildlife, and the environment. Pond Dye may be applied to lakes and ponds used for irrigation and aquaculture. Will pond dye stain? If you're concerned about the dye coloring your skin (or your pets) when you swim, don't worry: After 24 hours of being applied to the pond, the dye will not stain. The concentrated form, however, is a different story. It will turn your hands colors, so be sure to wear gloves and work clothes when adding dye to your pond. Once mixed with the water in your pond, pond dye is completely safe for agriculture and irrigation purposes. After treatment, you can use your pond for recreation, fishing, and other activities. It's safe for swimming ponds, as well as watering horses, livestock, birds, pets, fish, and wildlife. Do the darker colors provide more protection? No, all pond dye colors provide the same protection and are designed to block harmful UV rays from entering the pond. Color choice is a matter of personal preference. Some pond owners even mix colors to create their own custom shade. Can I use this dye in my small fishpond or water garden? Airmax Pond Dye is formulated for large, acreage-sized ponds and lakes. We do not recommend use in small water features, water gardens, or pools. Can pond dye be used with other water treatments? Yes, we recommend a proactive approach to pond management. Use Pond Dye in combination with other Airmax products, including EcoBoost PRx, MuckAway,  PondClear, and Airmax Aeration to keep your pond looking great. All these products are part of the Airmax Ecosystem, a highly successful approach to Pond and Lake Management. ## Features - Shade & Protect Your Pond -- Pond dye is a liquid coloring agent designed to enhance the beauty of your pond, improve water quality, and provide shade and protection from the sun's ultraviolet light. - Available in 3 Shades -- Nature's Blue contrasts with lush green landscaping. Black DyeMond creates a reflective surface, perfectly mirroring the surroundings. Twilight is a beautiful blend of both. - Limits Sun Exposure -- Excessive sunlight promotes overgrowth of submerged aquatic plants, weeds, and algae. Airmax Pond Dye blocks specific portions of the sunlight spectrum, slowing weed growth. - Highly Concentrated Formula -- The 4X concentrated formula means 1 quart is equivalent to 1 gallon of other dyes. Treats up to 1 acre 4-6 feet deep. No water temperature restrictions, use year-round. - Easy to Use & Safe -- No mixing or measuring! Simply pour dye into your pond, and it will disperse. Safe for recreational and farm ponds, livestock, birds, pets, fish, wildlife and the environment. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B0015AMEKI | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,973 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #5 in Water Garden & Pond Treatment | | Brand Name | Airmax | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (5,694) 4.4 out of 5 stars | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00895394000084 | | Item Form | Liquid | | Item Highlight | Natural pond colorant & beauty enhancer for outdoor ponds & lakes, blocks ultraviolet rays, fish, bird & livestock safe | | Item Weight | 2.5 pounds | | Liquid Volume | 1 quarts | | Manufacturer | Airmax | | Manufacturer Part Number | 530101 | | Model Number | 530101 | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Number Of Packs | 1 | | Pet Type | Fish | | Target Species | Fish | | Upc | 895394000084 | | Warranty Description | Satisfaction | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Airmax - **Item Form:** Liquid - **Item Weight:** 2.5 pounds - **Liquid Volume:** 1 quarts - **Number of Packs:** 1 ## Images ![Airmax Black DyeMond Pond & Lake Dye 4X Concentrate, 1 Quart - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51oTRDWFpGL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Flavor** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cool looking Koi pond and superior customer service *by on Reviewed in the United States January 20, 2014* I have a 1500 gallon gold fish pond and a 7000 Koi pond that were looking a little sad and brown here in winter. And since the water clarity was good I was concerned about the views that might be open to heron, raccoons, possums. Yes I live in the city but have a nice woody acre. So I decided to try the Airmax Black Dye because the blue dye doesn't look good on waterfalls. Well the black is very pretty black with very little product used, but the water coming over the waterfalls looked neutral. That was good. The water in the test tubes for ammonia, nitrites, pH etc was clear so that tests were accurate. That is good. I hope that the lack of penetrating sunlight may slow down string algae as it warms up. But the darkness does not seem to affect water temp. Thats good. And the ponds looked really cool, deep black with the reflection the ads talked about. Until I decided to put some Natures Blue in one to try to get the Twightlight Blue that Airmax also makes but that I didn't buy. Unfortunately it did what ll blue dies did: make it a very pretty but unnatural blue across the waterfall and at the agitation at the bottom of the falls. When I received the products there was a slip enclosed that asked that if I could't give them 5 stars please call or email. I had 2 issues that were going to take my rating to 4 stars so I did as asked and emailed them my feedback. Much to my surprise I didn't get a defensive answer or an excuse as to why they must do what they must do. I got a real back and forth conversation that specifically addressed the feedback I was going to give about dosing for smaller ponds. As a result of the time and interest they took with someone who only spent about 50.00 with them, they have created a repeat customer. So my feedback is that the product is good but use increments of a half or one ounce at a time. If you have a waterfall the Natures Blue will make it look very blue...very bright blue, and I think unnatural. I am going to stick with Black or try Twilight Blue. Thanks Steve! You were a Blessing. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good stuff! *by on Reviewed in the United States July 3, 2026* Works great. Just enough color for my nearly 1 acre pond. Darkens the water, but does not look fake. I'm happy ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Buy it, you won’t regret it *by on Reviewed in the United States July 12, 2026* Works amazing!! I’ve spent more money on other pond dyes that don’t do anything. This is going on 3 weeks and my pond still looks beautiful. I can tell the color is changing from the blue it originally was, but it still looks great. Will continue to buy this product I hope they never change the formula.I used 2 full bottles on my pond which is about 1/3 of an acre and 6ft at the deepest point. ## Frequently Bought Together - Airmax Black DyeMond Pond Dye 4X Concentrate for Outdoor Ponds & Lakes, Natural Pond Colorant & Beauty Enhancer, Block Ultraviolet Rays, Fish, Bird & Livestock Safe, Easy Liquid Application, 1 Quart - Airmax PondClear Packets, Beneficial Bacteria & Enzyme Clarifier Treatment with Ecoboost PRx, Clear & Clean Pond & Lake Water, Safe for Fish, 24 Count - Airmax MuckAway Natural Beneficial Bacteria for Outdoor Ponds & Lakes, Muck, Sludge & Noxious Odor Solution, Easy to use Enzyme Tablets, Cleaner Beach & Shoreline, Fish, Pet & Wildlife Safe, 8 Scoops --- ## 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.co.za/products/16170456-airmax-black-dyemond-pond-and-lake-dye-4x-concentrate-1](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/16170456-airmax-black-dyemond-pond-and-lake-dye-4x-concentrate-1) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-10-02*