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Bleached fish tank rock and filter2007-11-24 23:10:19

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I bleached my holey rock and a used filter that had algae all over it. I read later that I might have used to much bleach. I say about a cup in only 3 gallons and it soaked for about 6 hours instead of 20 minutes. I then soaked it in dechlorinator. I then rinsed it off again really well. Finally I let it dry completely.

Next I put the rock and filter into a bucket of really hot water. Not boiling water. Just high temp. And now plan to soak in dechlorinator again.

My question in short. Is there anyway I can make sure this rock and filter is safe from the bleach before adding them to my tank? I don't want to wait weeks :(.

Answers:

If you thoroughly boil the rock after bleaching, and then let it air dry over night, it will be safe for your fish. If you take the rock and soak it in water with a dechlorinator, the rock will also absorb the dechlorinator, neutralizing the bleach.

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There really is no way to tell, you are doing enough to assure it is ok though. Next time go easy on the bleach, a little goes a long way.

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there is no need for such a LONG process for just cleaning ur tank.my suggestion is do not bleach them... as they might get affected... just wash them with hot water... but not boiling...