Diy rock-what cement?

GreenSpottedPuffer · #1 10-27-2009, 02:09 AM

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Originally Posted by plutoniumJoe

Last time I got some it was from Vancouver Brick and Block. They used to be 1st and Boundary. I don't know where they moved to. I may still have half a bag if it hasn't solidified I can donate to your cause.

A great way to cure small sized rocks is to put them in the bank of your toilet tank. Each time you flush they get a fresh bath.

BTW Glad to see you back GSP.

Ok I will look into them.

The plan was only to take a few months break and grow up a Greenspotted puffer from fresh water to marine. I was never actually without a tank

Going to be much simpler this time though (not much if any sps). Going back to the simple "lagoon" style tank with macro and softies.

Delphinus · #2 10-27-2009, 03:10 AM

Hey GSP, nice to hear from you.

Ron99 · #3 10-27-2009, 03:46 AM

Welcome back. Your six line wrasse healed from the anemone stings and is doing really well. I think it is enjoying all the rockwork in the 75 gallon tank

GreenSpottedPuffer · #4 10-27-2009, 04:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Ron99

Welcome back. Your six line wrasse healed from the anemone stings and is doing really well. I think it is enjoying all the rockwork in the 75 gallon tank

That's awesome! Im glad he is doing well.

spoot · #5 10-27-2009, 08:27 AM

I was going to make some rock as well but haven't had the time. I've got two bags of water softerner pellets that you can use. Just let me know when.

Haven't taken any new pictures, but just to let you know, the DF is doing very well.

GreenSpottedPuffer · #6 10-27-2009, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by spoot

I was going to make some rock as well but haven't had the time. I've got two bags of water softerner pellets that you can use. Just let me know when.

Haven't taken any new pictures, but just to let you know, the DF is doing very well.

Good to hear! Maybe I can come by someday soon and see him. Let me know when you have time.

Did you get the cement yet for your rock?

spoot · #7 10-29-2009, 06:22 AM

Nope, just haven't had time. And really, don't need any more rock.

Weekends is best, but we are all the way out in Burnaby. If you need a trip to J&L, we are pretty close and I can come give you a lift.

Fishward · #8 10-27-2009, 03:47 AM

i built my wall with a product called EMACO R400 architectural. It is the same as what everyone refers to as "Thorite" but that brand is no longer available. It cures relatively fast, and i havent noticed any ph problems in my tank yet. Any swimming pool mortar would work as well so if you call a local pool repair shop they might be able to recommend a product.

plutoniumJoe · #9 10-27-2009, 03:57 AM

Fishward. I love the look of your wall. It reminds me of the structures that the Rain Forest Cafe have. I think the EMACO R400 might be worth a try due to it's smooth texture. I would imagine though that any lime based cement is going to have PH issues.

Fishward · #10 10-27-2009, 04:03 AM

thanks Joe... fairly easy to do.. really wanted to mimic a reefwall in a really limited space so i couldn't stack... all you have to do is make sure you cure it underwater for a significant amount of time and once you change the water and you dont see a ph change for a week or so, start on salt water and do the same...