--- product_id: 60206981 title: "CNZ Japanese Filter Mat Premium Grade Pad Media for Koi and Pond Filters" brand: "cnz" price: "R2159" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Cnz" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/60206981-cnz-japanese-filter-mat-premium-grade-pad-media-for-koi store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Customizable & easy to maintain Superior biological filtration 1.5" thick robust design CNZ Japanese Filter Mat Premium Grade Pad Media for Koi and Pond Filters **Brand:** cnz **Price:** R2159 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🐟 Elevate your pond’s purity with premium Japanese precision! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** CNZ Japanese Filter Mat Premium Grade Pad Media for Koi and Pond Filters by cnz - **How much does it cost?** R2159 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/60206981-cnz-japanese-filter-mat-premium-grade-pad-media-for-koi) ## Best For - cnz enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cnz brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Thick & Durable Build:** 1.5" thickness ensures long-lasting, reliable filtration without frequent replacements. - β€’ **Custom Fit Flexibility:** Easily cut to size for seamless integration into any filter chamber setup. - β€’ **Effortless Maintenance:** Inert material cleans easily with a garden hose, saving you time and hassle. - β€’ **Rigid & Shape-Retentive:** Firm structure resists deformation, guaranteeing consistent filtration performance over time. - β€’ **Optimized Biological Media:** Enhances beneficial bacteria growth to maintain crystal-clear, healthy koi pond water. ## Overview The CNZ Japanese Filter Mat Premium Grade Pad is a 1.5" thick, rigid, and durable biological filtration media designed for koi and pond filters. Its sinking design maintains optimal submerged filtration, while its customizable sheet form allows perfect fitting in various filter chambers. Easy to clean and built to last, it significantly improves water quality and reduces maintenance frequency. ## Description One of the best of all the filtration media for Koi pond - Very firm and rigid, sinking. Japanese Filter Mat is extremely inert and easy to service, available in sheet form and can be cut to the desired sizes to fit your filter chamber. Review: Excellent quality filter - I have a Tetra waterfall filter that came with just an average filter pad. After a year of use it was toast. I replaced it with this one and the water quality in my koi pond has improved greatly. I just traced around the original with box cutter blade, then cut through all around. I have enough left over for another filter, but i think it will be years before i need it because this one is very thick and does great job Review: Easy to clean. - Like this filter a lot. Well made, sturdy, cleans easy with gardens hose and it doesn't blow apart from full force hose cleaning. (A problem I've had with other filter types). Highly recommend πŸ‘Œ ## Features - Improved thicker design: 1.5" thick - Superior biological media: Provides excellent biological filtration for maintaining healthy water conditions in koi ponds and aquatic environments - Very firm and rigid: Maintains its structural integrity and shape during use, ensuring consistent filtration performance - Long-lasting and durable: Never needs to be replaced, sinking design stays submerged for optimal filtration efficiency - Dimensions: 20" x 20" x 1.5"; Package includes: 1 x Japanese filter pad (20"x20") - Versatile and customizable: Can be easily cut to desired sizes to fit various filter chamber configurations - Easy maintenance: Extremely inert material that is simple to service and clean for hassle-free pond maintenance ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #293,320 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #427 in Pond Filtration Equipment | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 210 Reviews | ## Images ![CNZ Japanese Filter Mat Premium Grade Pad Media for Koi and Pond Filters - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51kAy9ZwLlL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Do they deliver one 20x20 filter pad or 5 as shown in the picture for $20?** A: 1 pad **Q: is it one in a pack or 6 Pcs ?** A: 1 in a pack **Q: What do you recommend for trimming this pad. I’ve tried utility knife and garden shears with no luck.** A: Try a utility knife & NEW blade, using MULTIPLE passes with moderate pressure You can flip the mat over and work the other side. Use shears to clean up if needed. **Q: how many in a pack?** A: There is no pack only one is included This was very misleading ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent quality filter *by L***A on May 25, 2024* I have a Tetra waterfall filter that came with just an average filter pad. After a year of use it was toast. I replaced it with this one and the water quality in my koi pond has improved greatly. I just traced around the original with box cutter blade, then cut through all around. I have enough left over for another filter, but i think it will be years before i need it because this one is very thick and does great job ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to clean. *by J***N on June 27, 2026* Like this filter a lot. Well made, sturdy, cleans easy with gardens hose and it doesn't blow apart from full force hose cleaning. (A problem I've had with other filter types). Highly recommend πŸ‘Œ ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hard and messy to cut, but works well *by R***S on August 21, 2018* In the past, I used a sheet of Matala green filter material just in front of the pump inside my pond's skimmer box. I tried this filter material, not knowing how it would compare. First of all, this material is difficult to cut to size. There were no instructions or suggestions on how to cut it, so I tried a box cutter first. Box cutter did not work. What did work was hedge clippers - not electric, just the old fashioned scissor type manual clippers with a serrated edge. Really had to apply a lot of pressure to make the cuts, just an inch at a time. It worked, but it made a huge mess, with lots of little pieces of the blue strand material that makes up this filter. I shook it out, and also spent some time rinsing out the filter with a high pressure hose to get all the cut pieces out, so they would not get sucked into my pump and then out into the pond water. Second issue is that this filter material is more densely woven than the Matala green material I have used before. I always had to clean the Matala filter about once every 7-10 days to avoid straining my pump. With this blue Japanese filter mat, I now have to clean the filter every 3 days, which is too often for me. It clogs too quickly with algae, and the pump side of the skimmer tends to run dry after a few days because the water flow becomes too constricted. I would say that this filter material looks like it is sturdy and would probably last a long time for someone who needs a more densely woven filter. Perhaps it is equivalent to Matala blue. I can't say for sure, as I have only used Matala green. I will need to go back to using Matala green, as it is more useful for my application. It removes the algae and keeps my pond water very clear, while still maintaining adequate water flow for my waterfall pump. I deducted one star because it is messy and difficult to cut. ## Frequently Bought Together - CNZ Japanese Filter Mat Premium Grade Pad Media for Koi and Pond Filters, 20" x 20" - Aquatic Experts Bio Balls Filter Media Bulk, 1.5 Inch Bio Balls for Pond & Aquarium Filters, Pond Filter Media for Outdoor Ponds, (300 Count with 14" x 20" Mesh Bag, 1.5 Inch (Large)) - Koral Filters Koi Pond and Aquarium Filter Media Roll - 12 Inches by 72 Inches by 1.25 Inches (6 ft) - Cut to Fit - Durable - Fish and Reef Aquarium Compatible - Clear and Clean Water --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/60206981-cnz-japanese-filter-mat-premium-grade-pad-media-for-koi](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/60206981-cnz-japanese-filter-mat-premium-grade-pad-media-for-koi) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-08-30*