Silicone dilemma.....Will it work?

Kyle461 · 04/06/2015, 08:08 AM

Ok so I admit I didn't do previous research before building DIY baffles and the silicone required. There is much debate between a certain product, GE Silicone. Specifically between GE I and GE II (door/window versus bathroom/kitchen). I read plenty on how GE I is better due to GE II having a mildew resistant "bioseal" that could be the ultimate demise of your tank.

Here is my question. I picked up and used GE Supreme 100% Silicone. This doesn't seem to be GE I or GE II, or I'm not seeing it. Here's the link:

http://www.caulkyourhome.com/ge-sili...kb-supreme.php

Can anyone confirm that this silicone is either safe or dangerous? The sump with the silicone in it is not in use and I can revamp the whole thing if needed. Just don't want to break it down if this stuff is ok. I can't find anything on it though.

Of course any help is appreciated in advance!!

julie180 · 04/06/2015, 08:13 AM

I think the biggest problem is people don't let it cure long enough before adding water. I think once it's completely set, its all inert.

thegrun · 04/06/2015, 08:18 AM

+1, if you want a couple of weeks before adding water for the silicone to cure you should be fine.

Kyle461 · 04/06/2015, 08:25 AM

Thank you! I figured that's pretty much what all the debate came down to but it was never directly stated. It's been curing for about a week now. I'll just let it sit for another to be sure.

Reefwithareefer · 04/06/2015, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Kyle461

Thank you! I figured that's pretty much what all the debate came down to but it was never directly stated. It's been curing for about a week now. I'll just let it sit for another to be sure.

It is the chemicals inside the caulking that cause issues. Most that I know, including myself use SCS 1200.

Kyle461 · 04/07/2015, 07:06 AM

I think I might go with my feeling of caution on this and start over. The more I look at the ingredients and the msds I get nervous about the "extra" stuff they add for the mold protection.

Reefwithareefer · 04/07/2015, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Kyle461

I think I might go with my feeling of caution on this and start over. The more I look at the ingredients and the msds I get nervous about the "extra" stuff they add for the mold protection.

Do not use any caulking that has any kind of mold resistant ingredients..Bad for critters for sure.

04/06/2015, 08:08 AM	#1
Kyle461 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Corpus Christi, TX Posts: 438	Silicone dilemma.....Will it work? Ok so I admit I didn't do previous research before building DIY baffles and the silicone required. There is much debate between a certain product, GE Silicone. Specifically between GE I and GE II (door/window versus bathroom/kitchen). I read plenty on how GE I is better due to GE II having a mildew resistant "bioseal" that could be the ultimate demise of your tank. Here is my question. I picked up and used GE Supreme 100% Silicone. This doesn't seem to be GE I or GE II, or I'm not seeing it. Here's the link: http://www.caulkyourhome.com/ge-sili...kb-supreme.php Can anyone confirm that this silicone is either safe or dangerous? The sump with the silicone in it is not in use and I can revamp the whole thing if needed. Just don't want to break it down if this stuff is ok. I can't find anything on it though. Of course any help is appreciated in advance!! __________________ Nadie me paga en chicles!! Build Thread: http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2485917 Current Tank Info: 40 gallon breeder (2/17/15); 20L 3-chamber sump; Tunze Nano ATO; Hydor 320gph return and Circulation 850 gph; Coralife Super Skimmer 125 G; Marineland 24"-36" Reef LED

04/06/2015, 08:25 AM	#4
Kyle461 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Corpus Christi, TX Posts: 438	Thank you! I figured that's pretty much what all the debate came down to but it was never directly stated. It's been curing for about a week now. I'll just let it sit for another to be sure. __________________ Nadie me paga en chicles!! Build Thread: http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2485917 Current Tank Info: 40 gallon breeder (2/17/15); 20L 3-chamber sump; Tunze Nano ATO; Hydor 320gph return and Circulation 850 gph; Coralife Super Skimmer 125 G; Marineland 24"-36" Reef LED

04/07/2015, 07:06 AM	#6
Kyle461 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Corpus Christi, TX Posts: 438	I think I might go with my feeling of caution on this and start over. The more I look at the ingredients and the msds I get nervous about the "extra" stuff they add for the mold protection. __________________ Nadie me paga en chicles!! Build Thread: http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2485917 Current Tank Info: 40 gallon breeder (2/17/15); 20L 3-chamber sump; Tunze Nano ATO; Hydor 320gph return and Circulation 850 gph; Coralife Super Skimmer 125 G; Marineland 24"-36" Reef LED

04/06/2015, 08:13 AM	#2
julie180 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Raymore, MO Posts: 2,556	I think the biggest problem is people don't let it cure long enough before adding water. I think once it's completely set, its all inert.

04/06/2015, 08:18 AM	#3
thegrun Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Garden Grove, Ca Posts: 17,023	+1, if you want a couple of weeks before adding water for the silicone to cure you should be fine.