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01/03/2019, 09:27 PM
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New Tank What Color Silicone
Are there any advantages with one over the or is it just personal preference.
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72x24x16 115 gallon under construction Current Tank Info: 40 gallon reef |
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01/04/2019, 07:33 AM
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Most prefer black in a reef tank. The clear gets hard to keep clean.
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01/04/2019, 07:42 AM
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Fish are not disposable commodities, but a worthwhile investment that can be maintained and enjoyed for many years, providing one is willing to take the time to understand their requirements and needs Current Tank Info: 625g, 220g sump, RD3 230w, Vectra L1 on a closed loop, 3 MP60s, MP40. Several QTs |
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01/04/2019, 10:35 AM
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I was told by a tank builder that the clear lasts longer than the black. Take that with a grain of salt.
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01/04/2019, 11:00 AM
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Location: Jacksonville, FL
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I went clear with my current tank I had built. been going 2 years and have no issue with it being dirty. it will come down to preference
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01/04/2019, 09:28 PM
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Location: northen Wv
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black is my go to
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01/06/2019, 05:08 PM
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Location: Wooster, OH
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Just had my tank built with clear. I think it adds sort of a “blue glow” around the edges. I went starphire on 3 sides and I think I like the “blue glow” look better than the “black trim” look. Just my opinion.
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60x36x24 mixed reef. 40b sump. Regal 250int Varios. 4xHydra26HDs+t5s. 4xMp40wes. Apex2016. |
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01/06/2019, 10:59 PM
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Location: Midwest
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Got the black silicone after 4 years of cheap clear silicone. Wow! what a difference. Never going back.
"I love the blacks"
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