milehigh_7
Mister 500,000
I have not decided for sure but unless I can figure out a way to reduce costs, I likely won't be selling DE. I have a pretty strict rule when it comes to Cost of Good Sold and break-even point (yes among other things I have an accounting minor).
It would not be as much as people are paying for akadama but I would need to charge quite a bit more than pumice to break even. I'm thinking I would need to charge about $40 for a large flat rate, approx 3.5 gallons. (By comparison, Bonsai tonight sells akadama for $42).
Personally, I am a believer in DE and this product is fantastic. I should say the box you would receive will have less than 2% fines which is like buying two bags of Optisorb or Napa. Additionally, it seems to be a darker color.
Here is what I will do. If I get enough interest on this thread, I will put a presale on my website for $38 a box no limit. This price would only be good until the shipment arrives then the price would go up.
This would help me gauge public interest.
It would not be as much as people are paying for akadama but I would need to charge quite a bit more than pumice to break even. I'm thinking I would need to charge about $40 for a large flat rate, approx 3.5 gallons. (By comparison, Bonsai tonight sells akadama for $42).
Personally, I am a believer in DE and this product is fantastic. I should say the box you would receive will have less than 2% fines which is like buying two bags of Optisorb or Napa. Additionally, it seems to be a darker color.
Here is what I will do. If I get enough interest on this thread, I will put a presale on my website for $38 a box no limit. This price would only be good until the shipment arrives then the price would go up.
This would help me gauge public interest.