Styrofoam?

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  1. jmann124

    jmann124 Feather Duster

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    I have a 12"x12"x6-8" Styrofoam container that was used to transport a goby and shrimp. I was thinking of using it to make an extra fuge or reactor or something, but am unsure of the safety of Styrofoam for marine livestock. If anyone can tell me if this would be safe or cause water issues or anything bad, please let me know.
     
    jmann124, Oct 4, 2012
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  2. Moxtrain

    Moxtrain Peppermint Shrimp

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    I wouldn't trust styrofoam for anything longer than my morning coffee. I'd use something sturdier. Long term i'm sure it's just going to degrade until you find it broken one day.
     
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  3. gabbyr189

    gabbyr189 Bubble Tip Anemone

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    +1. I would not do this. A 10g tank is somewhere around $15
     
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  4. transam97

    transam97 Astrea Snail

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    Don't do the Styrofoam Wal-Mart has gal tanks for 9.87
     
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  5. transam97

    transam97 Astrea Snail

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    *10 gal tanks (Damn smartphones)
     
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