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Plasti-Dip?

Audienta

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So I just got my babies today (YAY) and I was wondering: I know for a fact that, once fully cured, plasti-dip is completely aquarium safe (as stated both by the company, and by various aquarium keepers who have used it for tank decorations and fixtures)
However, I know that axolotls are very different from fish, and can be sensitive to things that are harmless to their finned counterparts.
So, does anyone have experience with plasti-dip hides/decorations in their tank? Is it safe?
 

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Combing the internet, years later, I'm not finding anything more than what you've asked. Does anyone have experience with Plasti-dip and amphibians? I'm thinking over-foam background sealant.
 

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I've used plasti dip for bits on my motorcycles and garden things. Personally I wouldn't put it anywhere near an aquarium. Mostly as it eventually flakes off what ever you stick it too.
 
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