Terra cotta pots

[WinterAlloy]

I know many people use pots, but do you have to prepare them before going in your tank? I have seen mixed information on pots leaching into the water or maybe even place of manufacture and contaminates. Also, I have seen where many rated them as great beneficial bacteria colony builders due to porosity. Thoughts? Experiences?

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[MarineMike]

I have a few in my tanks, I just rinsed them in fresh water before adding to my tanks. If you want extra measure of security you can boil them.

 

[evojoey]

I just rinse in tap water. Never had a problem with them.

 

[Miguel]

The above.

Have been keeping them for decades. Optimum media colonisation, also.

 

[WinterAlloy]

What is a good tool for cutting terra cotta?

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[Miguel]

No idea..when needed i break mine with small hammer strikes..

I would imagine an electrical saw would do the trcik, with water added to the cutting?

 

[virgil2090]

I always use a nail to pierce a hole, then blunt edge to tap whatever I want off

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[shookONES]

Diamond cutter on a dremel works awesome. Whether cutting pots or slatre, this is the way to go.

 

[convict360]

Diamond cutter on a dremel works awesome. Whether cutting pots or slatre, this is the way to go.

+1

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[henria86]

or just use a tile saw.. if you have a hacksaw just go to home depot n get a tile blade .. I boil mines a few times