Rubbermaid vs. the real deal

Charles wrote:

On Fri, 9 Jul 2004 19:13:22 -0400, "Perry"
wrote:

Hello All from a first time postee,

I am making my first foray into ponding. I'm familiar with the
products and techniques, but have never actually used them. To
practice, I've bought a large Rubbermaid type storage bin from
Wal-Mart which I intend to disguise well and stock with literally one
or two small mosquito fish or tadpoles from a nearby pond.

My question: Does that type of plastic emit any dangerous chemicals
or gases into the water that would poison flora or fauna? I'm not
looking for long-term quality, just short term practice.

Thanks.



They work well, I used one for years, until I poked a hole in it.

totally safe.



The only issue I can think of is UV deterioration. I have only had
plastic (Rubber Made type stuff) last a couple of years, but if you only
want it for short term, go for it.

I see no problem with this...... I used to use the rubber-maid tubs
for cheap breeding aquaria.... one side cut out with a slat of glass
or plexi-glass glued in for observation from the side. I see no
reason why they can't be used outdoors.... If your looking for
something a lot more sturdy... check your local hardware/feed store
for stock-tanks or feeding troughs.... they are much thicker, more UV
resistant, and generally better in every way.... some even come with
removable drain plugs. We use large 300 gallon stock tanks at my
workplace for keeping koi, goldfish, and floating plants during pond
season.

Good luck in your pond-keeping endeavors.

If you use a 150 gallon or even 75 gallon
stock tank
you can use that learning pond as a plant
filter when you do your big pond.
Or leave as a pretty water feature.
Or use it as an isolation tank for future
fish buys.
We have the 150 gallon as the header pond
in our waterfall. Water comes in at the bottom
and out thru drilled holes with bits of pipe in them at the top.



kathy :-)
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