MFK PLEASE HELP ME!

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Riv D

Riv D

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OK, I'm SOOO close to calling it quits and getting completely out!:(
If no one can help me solve this problem, that's it.
So, 6 months ago I got a 220, built a PVC overflow, and added a ton of other stuff.
I wanted a bare bottom, but wanted something different, so I put in slate tile.
Then later found out that it was the wrong kind silicone i used with the mildew resistant stuff in it,but I couldn't get the tile out without cracking the tank, so I decided to seal it over with ZooPoxy.
The problem I encountered was that this stuff wasn't curing properly, and I keep adding layers, wait a week for it to cure only to find soft spots; so I dig out the soft spots, remix new zoopoxy, and fill in the holes. I've done this several times already.
After doing this multiple times, I finally got to a point when the entire tank was cured, so I added water a few day ago.
When I did this, areas of the bottom turned white, the zoopoxy reacted to the water, what should have been cured never was and never will be.
NOW, My question to everyone out there is... What do I do now???
I'm ready to put a sledge hammer through this thing!!!
I have so many layers of stuff on the bottom of this tank it's ridiculous!
I just don't know what to do anymore, it feels like a lost cause.
 
i would do it all over scrape the thing as much as possible scuff whatever is left and do some fiverglassin to seal it in then cover the fiberglass with LR or something
 
i'de search for a local professional in your area for advice or treatment of your tank im sure mfk'ers have good advice on the way but someone who's a professional with that kind of stuff would be best in my opinon
 
man that sucks. i personally wouldn't have worried about using the silicon with that antifungal stuff in it. i have read a lot that says it's harmless after drying. i have used it in dart frog enclosures in the past that are still fine (read: years now 100% humidity). guess you could get some of the removal chemical and get it out?
 
Oh man that sucks!!!! Get yourself a quality scraper,(wall paper section in Depot Or Lowes) and start scraping man.Its gonna be hell but worth it.Take your time and you will be okay.Get lots of razors and replacements for the wall paper scraper also.
 
Bassinkorea;3507397; said:
Since you said the paint is not really cured, start by scraping the thicker stuff out and then remove the rest with solvent. If the paint is not cured the solvent will remove it easily.
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I agree!!! Just watch with solvent/remover or you could wind up with an even bigger mess when it dissolves your tanks silicone. Just do your best with the razor and scraper first man.
 
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