Fill the open gaps in your DIY habitat with protection for fry and copepods
Add fine, grass-like refuge where wider limbs leave too much open space. Cradle Hair reclaimed PVC turns homemade fish cribs and crappie habitat structures into intricate cover, with textured strands for algae and periphyton growth—the attached growth supporting the food web.
Your 20-pound box
- Loose, fine reclaimed PVC diverted from landfill
- Strands average about 1/4 inch wide and 0.040 inch thick
- Varied colors, lengths and flexibility
- Material for filling or building multiple custom habitat units
- Bases and cement supplied by the builder
Does a box go far?
Josh reported making fifteen cribs from one 20-pound box in his April 2026 review. Martin deGravelle praised the material’s versatility across his builds and Fishiding’s help with questions.
How do I use fine strands with other cover?
Set small bundles into cement in a stable base, or mix them with wider and more rigid material. A pound or more can create a substantial burst of shallow cover; match the amount and spacing to your base and layout. Use it in freshwater ponds, lakes and reservoirs, including custom crappie cribs.
Pair fine strands with wide, flat PVC panels for shade and varied openings. See base containers for your poured builds.
Price includes free shipping.
