does the silicon sealant on the tank deteriorate after a couple of years or will it last for the life of the tank.
2006-10-31 12:26:11 · 5 answers · asked by CAPTAIN GENIUS !! 5 in Pets ➔ Fish
Nope, good sealant will last as long as the tank, provided it hasn't been damaged due to improper moving or moving while full of water. This can cause separation at the seams, the result being a leak. If you are having a leakage problem aquarium safe silicone is available at the better shops, just make sure to use this and only this as the stuff you find at home centers contains toxins which will leach into the water and kill all your stock. Good luck.
2006-10-31 12:30:52 · answer #1 · answered by Sphinx 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i've had a tank leak before... you can get aquarium silicon sealant to seal it up. maintanance is easy.
2006-10-31 20:43:35 · answer #2 · answered by professorminh 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
they usually last forever but every once in a while they will leak I haev a old one now and is holding up good
2006-11-01 07:00:41 · answer #3 · answered by C live 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they last forever if you are talking about a fresh water fish tank.
2006-10-31 20:30:35 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Eventually it will deterioate, but that will take many years.
2006-10-31 20:27:51 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋