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Old 03-19-2009, 02:38 PM
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Now for a stupid question. Where could I find/buy the large pieces of driftwood to use in the tank? I live by the beach so all my driftwood has been floating out in the ocean.
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Driftwood can be expensive... I am not sure if there is anything you can do (i.e. boiling) to get the salt out of the driftwood... I will see what I can find.

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Old 03-19-2009, 03:27 PM
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And again, thank you very much.
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Delphine, there are many different options for driftwood. Here are some poly resin examples at what looks like reasonable prices. At least the "fake' driftwood wouldn't have the problem of the salt. Good luck on your quest.
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more fake driftwood

Aquarium Decorations, Aquarium, Cat, Dog, and Pond Supplies at 247PetShop.com

Enter the word "driftwood" in their search area and you'll come up with a whole bunch.
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The second site you sent me gave me exactly what I was looking for.
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Here is a link that I found, what I read said they have a great reputation

FloridaDriftwood Inc., Your site for Aquarium Plants and Co2 supplies.

Here is a nice DIY thread...

DIY Driftwood - Tetra Community Forum

A lot of people soak driftwood in a saltwater solution to kill any nasties it might be carrying. I think that if you boil and soak the wood, changing the water every day, it would dilute the salt enough to make it usable.

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The second site you sent me gave me exactly what I was looking for.
Yay! Good luck on whatever you decide to do!
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Old 03-19-2009, 10:52 PM
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Wow, all this information is absolutely amazing. I really wasn't sure when I started this thread if I was going to get any help.

A big giant thank you to Kristina and marilu! You both are my heroes!!
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Old 04-05-2009, 04:57 PM
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I now have another question, or more like two questions.

What substrate is best for the a live aquarium?

and which is better, an internal or external filter?
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