tetras_corys_loaches_oh_my Posted May 24, 2006 Report Share Posted May 24, 2006 I have 8 of these blocks, of two different sizes, and I was thinking of starting a cichlid tank, as my hub wants "COLOR WOMAN!" (at least he tolerates my tanks... might as well make him happy) If I smashed up a couple into big, but caveable, pieces, would they affect the water? Pretty sure they are made of concrete, and they are'nt painted. Any thoughts? Personally, I would fill the whole thing with appi splends... I like those fishies. Oh, tanks a 30-40G. I know I know, not much for a cichlid tank, but my 70 has all my loaches and corys and tetras! and my 2 20's are for hatching more DAMN CORYS! Love those fish, I just wish they would lay eggs when I am home, instead of coming home to 100+ empty sacks stuck to the glass... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toirtis Posted May 24, 2006 Report Share Posted May 24, 2006 Pretty difficult to be 100% certain, especially since you are not certain of their composition....you could always try some in a small tank with some feeder guppies and see what happens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vapor Posted May 25, 2006 Report Share Posted May 25, 2006 Have they been outside exposed to any chemicals of any kind? If so definately don't use them. Pick up terra cotta pots at any garden center, non painted, super cheap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FishBrain Posted May 25, 2006 Report Share Posted May 25, 2006 Concrete tends to have a VERY high PH You may want to try and soak them in fresh water for a few weeks (toilet tank is a great sourcs for steady clean water Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAlberta Posted May 25, 2006 Report Share Posted May 25, 2006 My experience with concrete blocks has shown (some) to leach various solutions for over a yearwhen exposed to the elements To be honest I wouldn't trust any type of broken concrete in any of my tanks. Don't forget broken stuff will have sharp edges. If you go ahead with your plan be sure to sand off the sharp parts Dave :beer: :beer: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvision Posted May 25, 2006 Report Share Posted May 25, 2006 Go to WalMart and pick up about 6 pots - they're usually around $1 ea. You can just drop them, or use a chisel/saw for more acurate breaks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tetras_corys_loaches_oh_my Posted May 25, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 25, 2006 Go to WalMart and pick up about 6 pots - they're usually around $1 ea. You can just drop them, or use a chisel/saw for more acurate breaks. okay, no blocks in tank...*L* I was looking and thought... um, wouldnt those be very sharp breaks... man, i need more sleep... maybe if I go garage "sailing" and buy some of those hideous urns and smash those... and my hubs a painter... got a lot of sandpaper... how many fish could i put in a 40G? And, currently, I have one HUGE angelfish in there (he's 8" from top to bottom of fins) Can I put anything in there with him or do I have to wait until he dies to use that specific tank? Or maybe I could sell him...I'd like some of those electric blues for 15$ *GRYN* Sorry for all the questions... I can breed an army of cory cats of all types but cichlids are not in my zone of know how. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAlberta Posted May 25, 2006 Report Share Posted May 25, 2006 Hey questions is what it is all about here ......... I have plenty fer sure I am balding too LOL! Dave :beer: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FishBrain Posted May 25, 2006 Report Share Posted May 25, 2006 To get an african to breed do a couple simple things... 1-Water 2-Male and female and voila babies Works for me lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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