Have you ever wondered about using Plasti Dip in aquariums? In this post we share another fantastic application which shows how versatile and durable it is.

using plasti dip for aquariums

We were recently contacted by one of our customers Terry West who is a Sub Aquatic Scultptor…  Actually we might have just made that title up! Terry creates landscapes for fish tanks which are also used as biofilter systems.

using plasti dip for fish tanks using plasti dip for fish tanks

These colourful and creative sculptures are handcrafted out of foam and then treated with Plasti Dip to make them waterproof and durable. They add a fantastic extra dimensions to tanks and loads of colour.

Terry sells his creations to the public at craft fairs and via pet shops and is also looking at selling them online

Using Plasti Dip on ponds and aquariums

Plasti Dip has been used  for over 30 years in ponds and other marine environments and we have had excellent feedback.  Although on the technical data sheets it says it should not be used in aquatics, this generally refers to the liquid state.  The choice is ultimately yours, but experience shows that providing the product is correctly cured you should have no issues.

plasti dip aquarium sculpture

Preparation for using Plasti Dip in sub-aquatic environments

  • Thoroughly clean and remove any loose material, ideally abrade the surface for added adhesion, if it is non-porous we suggest priming with Plasti Dip Primer.
  • Allow to thoroughly dry before coating with Plasti Dip.
  • If you are applying by brush or roller thin the mixture by 25% with Plastic dip thinners for easier application, use natural bristle brush or natural long hair roller.
  • For Spraying thin 50/50 by weight.

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Terry is our first winner of a £50 Amazon voucher!

Do you use Plasti Dip for an interesting application? If so send us your photos or videos to social@plastidip.co.uk and if we pick your images to use in marketing materials we’ll award you with a £50 Amazon voucher!

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