Date: Mon, 24 Jan 2000 10:22:01 -0500 From: Tom Massey <massey@fmhi.usf.edu> To: cp@opus.hpl.hp.com Message-Id: <aabcdefg229$foo@default> Subject: RE: Silicone, part 2
Well that's good information. I always wondered if that "don't use for
aquariums" was to protect against the current fad of to suing everybody
for everything. A few years back (maybe about 1977 or so) I built several
30 gallon aquariums using silicon with pretty good results, I still have
them and they have never leaked. I kept both fresh and brackish water fish
for many years without obvious problems. I still use clear silicon when I
make aquariums/terrariums; just make sure you let it cure awhile before
adding your plants.
FWIW,
Tom in Fl.
On Monday, January 24, 2000 10:00 AM, Sundew Sundew
[SMTP:sundew@hotmail.com] wrote:
> OK, Thanks to the person who responded regarding the silicone issue.
> I just called the manufacturer and they said the reason they say not
> to use the stuff in aquaria is because they dont want to get sued if
> leakage occurs. They also say their kitchen and bath products
> should not be used with living things as they are anti fungal and
> mildew and probably have a bad effect on other living things as
> well. So, it should be safe to use window and door silicone in cp
> terraria with a low water table :)
>
> Matt
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