The edges of slate can be rather sharp and since this is generally considered a harder rock to work with, use caution with open edges in enclosures with inhabitants. Colors of Slate will vary based on the compressed minerals contained in the parent stone it is harvested from. Typical colors will range from brown, green, grey, blue, to even purple.
The last property to note about Slate Stone is the weight. When compared to other types of vivarium rocks , Slate is on the heavier side of the spectrum. This is something to keep in mind if you are considering its use in tanks with inhabitants.
A rock this heavy could prove difficult to move, ship, or house in a stable way. This means it can only be mined and dug up. Once discovered, either through tunneling into the ground or brought forth from a natural earthquake, only then is Slate revealed in its natural habitat.
Due to its sedimentary composed material, Slate virtually has no impact on the environment it is placed within. This makes Slate ideal for any type of vivarium. If for any reason you experience a shift in PH after placing this stone in an aquarium, it either has been exposed to influential minerals and needs to be cleaned… Or it is not true Slate Rock. True Slate is inert and will show no signs of alkalinity.
Slate Rock is a pretty versatile material to use as a hardscape. Having such an unusually narrow structure, allows the stone to be stacked in a number of interesting ways. Since Slate works effectively well as a centerpiece, it can either be used as a standalone hardscape piece, or in conjunction with other woods or stones.
Once firmly placed, this rock is a great building material to construct caves as well as waterfalls. Slate scores high on our list of suitable vivarium rocks. Being a material that has little to no impact on the environment makes Slate great for freshwater as well as saltwater tanks. The foliation this rock exhibits allow total creative freedom to construct the hardscape in a natural way. The flat surfaces of this stone make it one of the best rocks to use for spawning and feeding.
This is a great characteristic for reptiles being kept in enclosures if you place this rock near basking areas. Slate does have a few things to keep an eye out for though. This is something to be mindful of when stacking rocks into a tall formation.
Another caution to look out for when using Slate Rock in a vivarium with inhabitants is the sharp edges. Often times, broken areas around the trim of the narrow stone will cause harm to tank mates that bump into the stone. To avoid this, trim or file down sharp edges into more rounded corners. Another easy option if the noticeably sharp edge is only on one side of the Slate Stone would be to place that part down into the substrate.
With Slate Stone being so abundant, it can pretty much be found on the market anywhere. Most forms of Slate is sold in hardware as well as gardening stores. Search Advanced search…. Forums New posts Trending Search forums. What's new Active Topics New posts Latest activity. Members Current visitors New profile posts Search profile posts. Everywhere Threads This forum This thread.
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Thread starter Athena Start date Apr 1, Athena Fish Herder. As the title says - can anyone explain what the difference is between the two types of slate? I mean, can garden slate be used in an aquarium? Thanks - Athena. Dodders Fish Fanatic. No difference at all, although one may possibly be cleaner than the other! Edited to remove unnecessary chemistry! KittyKat Moderator Moderator. Monty Fishaholic. No difference just the name Depending on where you live you could go pick some up from a local quarry, a stonemason or if your wishing to build a cave you could go and buy natural slate tiles from a tile shop.
Even ask for a sample of one. Make sure its natural slate though and hasn't been sealed with any form of sealer I haven't heard of any being treated before you buy them but just in case.
That pH increase was likely caused by gas dissipation of the water and not the slate rock. Similarly, what crystals are safe to put in a freshwater aquarium? Petrified Wood. Quartz non-crystallized. A Bleach bath is pretty easy, just soak your slate or anything else for that matter in a bucket and just dump some regular bleach in it. There are several reasons. The rocks and gravel in your tank can increase the pH level because the calcium in them dissolves into the tank.
Another reason why levels increase is due to plants in your tank. When plants absorb carbon dioxide and nitrates, pH levels increase. If you plan to buy stones or rock for your tank , the following types of rocks are safe to use for your aquarium : Slate. This rock ages suitably in tanks but they come with sharp edges. Make sure not to boil or roast this type or rock as they can easily break down. Does lava rock affect pH aquarium?
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