Is fiberglass window screening safe for aquarium use?
- Thread starter jflng
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If it rusted it wouldnt be all that good for windows either... :huh:
Yes I've used fiberglass screen in tanks before, at least without any apparent problems.
Yes I've used fiberglass screen in tanks before, at least without any apparent problems.
It's a charcoal colored fiberglass screen. Nothing is metal. I certainly wouldn't buy a screen for my window that would rust either. I was just concerned about anything leaching out into my water.
Well you say it's safe. I say it looks safe. I read that it was safe for a few other people. I'm going to assume it's safe. I went ahead and added it to my tank. We'll see how it works out.
Thanks
Well you say it's safe. I say it looks safe. I read that it was safe for a few other people. I'm going to assume it's safe. I went ahead and added it to my tank. We'll see how it works out.
Thanks
Please let me know the result. What, may I ask, are you using it for? I am always looking for another material suitable for submersion.
No problem, I'll PM you in a couple weeks to let you know it's going well, or I'll post a thread to notify all about the dangers of fiberglass in the aquarium.
I'm using it to build a moss wall. I used rigid cross stitching mesh for the back and fiberglass screen for the front. All materials were very cheap, so I hope it works. I have a lot of screening left. I'm sure there are a million-plus uses for it.
While what you say is true, it should be noted that metal screening is usually galvanized, which is definitely NOT okay to put in a fish tank.
Fiberglass screening should be fine in a fish tank, just make sure (as with anything) that you wash and rinse it well before adding.
