Can i use any wood from a tree for my tank ?

[Essaf Victor]

I was wondering if i can use any wood from a tree instead of buying from my lfs

 

[TwoHedWlf]

You'll want to avoid soft woods and especially any really sappy woods. Something like eucalyptus probably not. You'll probably want to boil any fresh wood to get out any sap and as much organic matter as possible.

I just go to the beach and pick up any pieces of driftwood that look good.

 

[kno4te]

Avoid cedar, cypress, grape vine, chest nut, spruce come to mind.

 

[Deadliestviper7]

Avoid cedar, cypress, grape vine, chest nut, spruce come to mind.

Actually cedar is pretty good.

Check out "the end all driftwood thread"

 

[Essaf Victor]

Thank you all for the helpful information

 

[Itsadeepbluesea]

I can't say I know how all types will work, but my understanding is harder wood tends to be better than soft wood, and avoid any that will leach toxic substances into the tank. I've used wood from around the yard in a couple of tanks with satisfactory results.

 

[Itsadeepbluesea]

Actually cedar is pretty good.

Check out "the end all driftwood thread"

This is interesting, as I always thought cedar was bad too, I'll have to check that out.