Lava Rock

[ksfishguy]

How does lava rock affect water quality? I've seen some very large lava rocks (at least I think they are lava rocks) in a tank and they look very cool.

 

[JDogg]

lava rock should not affect water chemistry i know many people who us it in there tanks, both FW and SW

 

[ksfishguy]

Great news, thanks!

 

[tecwzrd]

Certain lava rock can be VERY tricky in a saltwater tank and isn't reef safe...those small pits often contain large amounts of metals which could dissolve/break down in the tank and kill everything. It's used in FW & brackish tanks more then SW due to that risk.

Base rock cost's almost the same and is a much safer alternative. If seeded with lr the base will become live within a year or so.

Marco's base rock is reasonably priced.

 

[Sicklid]

Are we talking about this kind of lava rock?

http://www.malawicichlidhomepage.com/aquainfo/hobbyist_gallery/hobbyist_steinhaus.html

 

[ksfishguy]

Wow, that's the stuff, looks incredible! How are the old sponge docks doing? I lived in Clearwater back in the 80's...

 

[Guest]

I agree and I have seen Marcos in a lot of tanks from people in my reef club. It is great stuff.