Return to the Terrariums Forum | Post a Follow-Up

 o
someone cleaned my terrarium with 409. help?

Posted by kettish 1 (My Page) on
Tue, Nov 9, 10 at 16:17

A well-meaning but uninformed craigslister cleaned a 29 gallon aquarium he gave to me with chemical cleaners before I got there. I need to reseal it anyway (got it for free because it leaks) but will massive amounts of rinsing get rid of the leftover cleaning agent?

I'd like to house a lot of plants, some small fish, and maybe even a tree frog in this thing eventually so it needs to be safe.


Follow-Up Postings:

 o
RE: someone cleaned my terrarium with 409. help?

I would take the tank outside, lay it on one side and hose it out until nothing soapy comes out. Then give it another hosing. Turn up and let it drain off. Should be ok then.


 o
RE: someone cleaned my terrarium with 409. help?

I agree.


 o
RE: someone cleaned my terrarium with 409. help?

Not a big deal- it's glass, which is nonabsorbent. Rinse thoroughly, dry, then if possible let sit out in the sun for a day or so. You'll be good to go


 o Post a Follow-Up

Please Note: Only registered members are able to post messages to this forum.

    If you are a member, please log in.

    If you aren't yet a member, join now!


Return to the Terrariums Forum

Instructions

  • You must be a registered member and logged in to post messages on our forums.
  • Posting is a two-step process. Once you have composed your message, you will be taken to the preview page. You will then have a chance to review the contents and make changes.
  • After posting your message, you may need to refresh the forum page in order to see it.
  • It is illegal to post copyrighted material without the owner's consent.
  • HTML codes are allowed in the message field only.
  • No advertising is allowed in any of the forums.
  • If you would like to practice posting or uploading photos, please visit our Test forum.
  • If you need assistance, please Contact Us and we will be happy to help.



 
Click here to learn more about in-text links on this page.