Bbq Lava Rock?

[14gtr14]

this may be incredibly stupid but do you think I could use barbecue lava rock in my tank? (obviously thorougly washed first)

Is there anything added to these rocks or are they just shoved in a bag?

it may be stupid, but i suppose its better than not asking at all!!

 

[mypapercuthurts]

This should be some help.
Rocks

 

[14gtr14]

interesting read, but i know that lava rock can be put in aquariums its just that im not sure if the lava rock available for barbecues is untreated lava rock?

 

[mypapercuthurts]

I guess you could soak it in water for a while and test the water or something to see the parameters but I am not sure. You could put it in a small tank and get some really cheap fish and see if they die if that doesnt bother you. But now that I think about it, it kinda bothers me

Read up and down that package for warnings or something and if you really want to call the company and ask.

 

[14gtr14]

ye if im going to try it im going to soak it for a while first just in case.

i wouldnt add cheap fish to a tank though, just gonna test the water

anyone tried bbq lava rock before??

 

[Chri$]

I'd throw the rock back on the barbeque and strike her up!

 

[AMS]

Lava rock used for BBQ's is fine in aquariums. Many DIY'ers use it as the biological media in the wet/dry filters as it is very porus and is perfect for bacteria to grow on. The lava rock wont mess with your water chemistry. Just give it a good rinse before putting it in the tank.

 

[14gtr14]

thanks alot, cheers!