Styrofoam good or bad

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  1. Betterboy4

    Betterboy4 Astrea Snail

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    Hey guys iIran into a problem with my protein skimmer, in that it as in water that was to deep so i put a little bit of Styrofoam in the sump to raise the protein skimmer and I was wondering if the Styrofoam would harm the fish.

    Thanks
     
    Betterboy4, Jun 1, 2013
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  2. FatBastad

    FatBastad Zoanthid

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    don't use styrofoam. it breaks down.
    buy some PVC pipe and cut of a few pieces to raise the skimmer.
    you may be able to even zip tie them to the base.
     
    FatBastad, Jun 1, 2013
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  3. Jlobes

    Jlobes Coral Banded Shrimp

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    i say no to styrofoam. pvc, eggcrate, acrylic, are all viable options. id stay away from any material that breaks apart with minimal contact and degrades in saltwater.
     
    Jlobes, Jun 2, 2013
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