Decorating

[Blakepher]

Can I put decorations like these in my saltwater tank? I wasn't sure if the saltwater would be too rough on the paint or whatnot. Thanks in advance!

 

[Mr. Mojo Rising]

Are they actual aquarium decorations, or things that you have at home that you want to put in your tank? If they are just random items in your home, I wouldnt put it in the tank. If they are actual aquarium decorations, then assume they would be safe, but personally I always look for the words "safe for freshwater and saltwater aquariums".

 

[Bucs20fan]

The main issue would be whatever they used to paint them. Even the plastic ones for freshwater aquariums will erode and become mushy in saltwater. Those look like freshwater decorations and the salt will wreak havok on them.

 

[ScubaFish802]

Could coat it in any krylon paint if worried. I am 99% that all krylon paints dry food safe

 

[Blakepher]

The main issue would be whatever they used to paint them. Even the plastic ones for freshwater aquariums will erode and become mushy in saltwater. Those look like freshwater decorations and the salt will wreak havok on them.

They have been used in freshwater before. I'm not really about using decorations, but I like the holiday ones so I've never put any in my saltwater before. I'd rather play it safe with my water and fish though. Thank you for your response!