about adding rock..

[Fancypants]

Just bought some nice pieces of "waterfall" rock at the plant store (to be used in gardens, waterfalls or around ponds) at about 1/5 the price of most rock at the LFS. Can I use this in my tank if I clean and boil it?

 

[seastaar88]

absolutly, as long as it does not contain carbonates (which will lower your pH). quick test: drop vinigar on it.. if it fizzes: no good. i'll bet it looks really great.

 

[Fancypants]

Cool! Just tried it with the vinegar, and no visible fizzing, so it looks like it's a go. And it does look spectacular, thanks!

 

[seastaar88]

hope you post a pic of it

 

[Fancypants]

Will do! Just went out and picked up a few more pieces. How long do you think I should boil them?

 

[culinaryartcook]

Um... medical definition of sanitary is 3-5 minutes at 200 degrees farenheit or more. So boil for like 5 minutes and you'll definately be good.