D Deesul Feeder Fish MFK Member Jul 7, 2010 75 0 0 redondo beach Aug 10, 2010 #1 I'm going to buy some terracotta pots for my fish tank i was just wondering if i need to pre-soak them or boil them in water for sterilization or anything like that. Never used them before just want to be sure before i do anything.
I'm going to buy some terracotta pots for my fish tank i was just wondering if i need to pre-soak them or boil them in water for sterilization or anything like that. Never used them before just want to be sure before i do anything.
E EastBay Gambusia MFK Member Jun 10, 2010 346 1 16 SF East Bay Aug 10, 2010 #2 I would say a good rinse in water to clean away any dirt and/or dust and it should be good to go.
cichlid2006 Fire Eel MFK Member Feb 20, 2008 2,640 1 68 42 Fife - Scotland Aug 11, 2010 #4 I just rinse mine off with some cold water to clean any dirt off anf in they go.
S Sab_Fan Fire Eel MFK Member Sep 15, 2008 2,332 1 66 Delray Beach, FL Aug 11, 2010 #5 rinse, rinse, rinse . . . as long as they are clean, they are safe to use