Soaking silk aquarium plants in bleach?

[BassetsForBrown]

Are silk aquarium plants safe to soak in bleach to remove algae/scum?

 

[tlindsey]

Are silk aquarium plants safe to soak in bleach to remove algae/scum?

I'm thinking the bleach may discolor the silk. Other than that it would be safe after rinsing throughly letting dry out.

 

[BassetsForBrown]

I'm thinking the bleach may discolor the silk. Other than that it would be safe after rinsing throughly letting dry out.

If it was plastic, what water/bleach ratio is ideal? I've read ranges from 5:1 - 20:1.

 

[twentyleagues]

If it was plastic, what water/bleach ratio is ideal? I've read ranges from 5:1 - 20:1.

I used to take care of the fish tank at a vet clinic that had plastic plants. I'd throw them in a bucket, dump about 1/3 of a gallon of bleach in and fill a little over 1/2 full with warm water. Then I'd do some work on the tank and go back and scrub and rinse the plant. Then I'd soak them in fresh water and let them dry before I put it them back in. If I was short on time I'd add prime to the fresh water.

 

[The Morning]

I would think hydrogen peroxide would be a better option.

 

[florencejr11]

I would think hydrogen peroxide would be a better option.

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