Tips for buying dry rock?

[Red2143]

Looking to start a new tank and was thinking of getting dry rock to minimize hitch hiker problems. Bacteria will be from a bottle.

what are some important tips when looking for “used” dry rock and how does it need to be prepared for a new tank?

 

[monkeyCmonkeyDo]

Pressure wash it. Ppl.bleach it. U can use vinegar. Ect.
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[doubleshot00]

Dont. Buy live. And this comes from a dry rock rookie.

 

[Hugster78]

Don’t!! Buy live rock.

 

[bobnicaragua]

Go with live rock. The pest thing has been blown way out of proportion in recent years. You want an ecosystem with biodiversity and stability.