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fishyshawn
05-15-2006, 05:04 PM
could i use regular non toxic silicone sealent from the hard ware store in a tank or should i use the stuff that the pet stores sell?
thanks

graphixx
05-15-2006, 05:07 PM
make sure its non toxic, I would just get tank sealant, that way you dont have to take a chance in it.

jojo22
05-15-2006, 05:37 PM
What graphixx said

dakar
05-15-2006, 07:41 PM
You can use regular hardware store silicone if you want.... GE Type I or II is safe and works well (same thing as "Aquarium Sealant" minus the price tag), just be sure it is not labeled *mildew resistant* or *anti-mildewing* as they have some chemicals in it that you do not want in your tank.

jerryc
05-15-2006, 09:02 PM
I have used GE type 2 in a sump with out a problem. And a lot cheaper
for the same thing.