Can I use ceramic tiles?

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I have searched the forum, and I cannot seem to find any question to whether or not I can use ceramic tiles for my tank bottom. I am setting up a 40 gallon breeder (bottom is 36x18) and was thinking of using two 18-inch tiles . Would these hurt my axolotls if they have never been used before and have no glue or anything else on them? Just curious, I want them to have them best homes possible.
 
Depends on the glaze more than the tile - some glazes may contain metal salts which could leach into the water over time.

Slate tiles would be safer, as would unfinished/unglazed tiles.
 
Okay, thank you. I can always use slate tiles, and they are very pretty. It was just a thought, but as I said, I would never want to use something harmful. Do you have a reccomendation as to the type of silicone to use? Or is it any 100% silicone, properly cured?
 
milahoh said:
Okay, thank you. I can always use slate tiles, and they are very pretty. It was just a thought, but as I said, I would never want to use something harmful. Do you have a reccomendation as to the type of silicone to use? Or is it any 100% silicone, properly cured?
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Yep any 100% silicone, and double check that it doesn't claim to be antifungal or anything like that :)
 
It says 100% silicone, but hen says that 100% silicone never molds??? Or naturally mold resistant...
 
Don't use mold resistant silicone.

Use aquarium sealant - it's sold at most pet stores.
 
Aquarium sealant is just 100% silicone for a ripoff price.

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