Can modeling clay be safe as a fish tank ornament, if a proper sealant is used?
jerome m asked:
The clay is air drying (Brand name: plus) and I have used a water resistant acrylic paint (Liquitex-basics). Is there an non-toxic sealant that would work on the mold? (fresh water fish tank)
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The clay is air drying (Brand name: plus) and I have used a water resistant acrylic paint (Liquitex-basics). Is there an non-toxic sealant that would work on the mold? (fresh water fish tank)
Black Mold
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I’m not sure about the clay, but the water resistant acrylic paint may be toxic to your fish. Any product that has mold inhibitors in it will kill your fish.
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Modeling a clay ornament would be safe if you are no less than 100% sure that it will no release any chemicals into your fish tank. And most sealants are generally toxic, unless you can find rubber-based sealants, which i have found before. But it all depends on how big the space you are trying to seal is. If its small or line-like (like the shape of a crack), you can simply use a glue gun or something like that. If it’s big, i don’t really know what to tell you.
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I think it would be much safer just to not use it. Better safe than sorry!
It also depends, how much, where, what type etc. Lots of variables.