Mold and dampness!

[David S]

Hi all

I've had my tank up and running for around 5 months after upgrading to a 60g(uk) with 2 sumps under my DT with my equipment and LSB and chaetver the last 2 months I've been getting mould on the inside of my stand due to the sumps,I guess its just the warm moisture generated by the sumps.Is there any way i can stop this,would a fan built in to the stand keeping a good airflow help?
Any idea's would be gratefull

David

 

[ccCapt]

A fan inside the stand would definitely help get the moisture out of there.

 

[David S]

What about putting a lid on the sump,would that help?

 

[pat8you]

I think putting a lid on the sumps would just slow the process. It will still be how and damp in the stand even with a lid. It might cut down on the moisture a little but i suspect it will just cause the mold to grow a little more slowly. A fan will help to keep air circulation in there and fix the problem.

 

[David S]

Ok thanks for your help,I think I may put a 3/4 lid on it just in case its spashes from the sump causing the problem,if this doesn't help I'll fit a fan.