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Old 01-03-2006, 04:45 AM
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any one know if there is a special type of silicon u need to use for making an aquarium?
or can u use the good old bathroom kitchen waterproof silicon from Home Depot?
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Old 01-03-2006, 04:49 AM
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GE Silicone I Windows and Doors works. Never use Kitchen and Bathroom silicone as they contain anti-mildew agents which is very bad...
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GE Silicone I Windows and Doors works. Never use Kitchen and Bathroom silicone as they contain anti-mildew agents which is very bad...
Ditto - Canadian Tire and Home Hardware sell silicone that specifically states "IDEAL FOR AQUARIUMS"... get that stuff.
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awesome
thanks for the advice
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Old 01-03-2006, 06:41 PM
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I have a case of pure silicone that I've used for several aquariums. I get em for work. If you want, I can sell a tube to you for $6. It's the large tubes that fit in the caulking guns.

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