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| tarotpodge |
Posted - 06/09/2011 : 18:47:35
Just built my new viv to partition. First need to silicone the joins. I know alot of you use aquarium sealent and that is safe. Went in to b and q. They have a silicone that does NOT say mould resistant/anti fungal....It has no mention of this on the packaging. The same brand but a different type had anti mould etc on the packaging. There is no ingredients list on the package. As it does not state the anti mould component, would this be ok to use or should i stick to aquarium sealant.... |
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| tarotpodge |
Posted - 08/09/2011 : 22:51:00
Thanks for your help guys n gals. |
| eekamouse |
Posted - 08/09/2011 : 17:44:50
yes it's very good. makes a nice job of aquariums....very reliable! |
| Okeetee Mick |
Posted - 08/09/2011 : 16:24:08
Cheers eekamouse, really surprised this stuff is not available in more DIY stores. Sealed my vivs with the clear and you can hardly see it. |
| eekamouse |
Posted - 08/09/2011 : 12:38:46
thats the one mike!  |
| Okeetee Mick |
Posted - 07/09/2011 : 20:08:13
I use a product called CT1 sealant there is nothing better, on eBay for around £8.00.
You tube (CT1 sealant ) |
| eekamouse |
Posted - 07/09/2011 : 14:51:59
quote:
yes people will have used just plain silicone sealants in the past as quoted above ^^ but now there is a proven-safe alternative that's readily available i just can't see why anyone would take the risk
true enough...however all silicone sealants, aquarium/bathroom/kitchen are water/mould resistant and inert when cured properly. i should have put the emphasis of my post on the application and curing as intended  |
| gingerpony |
Posted - 07/09/2011 : 12:01:35
quote:
Originally posted by eekamouse
...... when i were a lad and started making my own aquariums (35 years ago....gulp ) 'aquarium' sealent did not exist...
neither did the array of anti-mould, anti-fungus all-singing all-dancing silicone sealants that are around today lol they're definitely to be avoided
yes people will have used just plain silicone sealants in the past as quoted above ^^ but now there is a proven-safe alternative that's readily available i just can't see why anyone would take the risk |
| eekamouse |
Posted - 07/09/2011 : 10:51:40
...... when i were a lad and started making my own aquariums (35 years ago....gulp) 'aquarium' sealent did not exist. i always used, and still use, bathroom/kitchen grade silicone applied with a mastik gun. with any silicone sealent, it important to let it cure completely. i don't go near it for at least a couple of days after applying. it takes a bit of practice too. the smoother and flatter the application, the easier to clean & therefore more hygenic. too little, you will get a bad, leaky, bond and too much and you can have a right old mess that will look shabby! i believe one to avoid is acrylic sealent. it is cheaper but there is no way it can be as strong or waterproof.
hope this is helpful |
| tarotpodge |
Posted - 06/09/2011 : 22:41:07
ok guys, thanks for that. Thought that may be your respnse but just wanted to check as was under £4 for a huge tube. |
| gingerpony |
Posted - 06/09/2011 : 21:07:49
^^ same here |
| Spreebok |
Posted - 06/09/2011 : 18:51:49
I'd stick to aquarium myself, just to be doubly sure :> |
