Aquastik grey (4oz) 114g

Aquastik grey (4oz) 114g

• Clay-like aquarium epoxy putty for no-mess application
• Nontoxic epoxy putty great for aquascaping aquariums
• Perfect for coral propagation – secures coral frags to live rock or plugs

AquaStik Epoxy Putty from Two Little Fishies is a versatile epoxy putty that is ideal for attaching various aquascaping items. This nontoxic epoxy effectively bonds corals, live rock, gorgonians, plants, and other materials to each other or directly to glass. The unique red color matches coralline algae, while the grey color blends seamlessly with live rock. Once fully cured, you can drill, sand, or saw it. AquaStik Epoxy Putty adheres to wood, concrete, ceramic, acrylic, metal, and fiberglass. It mixes in just one minute, hardens in twenty minutes, and fully cures in 24 hours. It is suitable for marine and freshwater aquariums, ponds, paludariums, and habitats for reptiles and small animals.

Directions for use:

• Peel back the plastic wrapper enough to twist or cut off the required amount of AquaStik.
• To mix, knead the putty with your fingers for about one minute until you achieve a uniform color (if you have sensitive skin, feel free to use gloves). Press and hold the mixture in place for two minutes.
• Apply the epoxy to the surface within two minutes of mixing. The working time is about five minutes. At this stage, the mixed epoxy will not exhibit high bond strength, but it will harden after twenty minutes and completely cure in 24 hours.
• Store any unmixed portion back in the tube for later use.

Note: Using large quantities of the epoxy may temporarily cause the protein skimmer to foam excessively. It is advisable to turn off the skimmer for 36 hours after use.

For added structural bonds, you can use plastic rods. Please do not cut off any excess epoxy, as this may weaken the attachment. Coralline algae will soon cover any exposed epoxy, and corals will grow over the epoxy, creating an additional bond.

When attaching fragmented branches of Acropora and other stony corals, surround the base with epoxy and press it into a hole in the rock. You can use a toothpick or a plastic rod inserted into the base for extra support, particularly for larger pieces or soft corals.

For Gorgonians: If there is a base, place epoxy underneath it and press the base into a deep depression in the rock, holding it in place by hand for two minutes. You may utilize rubber bands, plastic cable ties, monofilament line, or a clamping device to secure larger pieces until the epoxy cures. Remove the clamp or cut the temporary bands after 24 hours. If the gorgonian lacks a base, clean about one inch of live tissue from the woody skeleton at the bottom of the stem. Cover the exposed portion with enough epoxy to keep the specimen firmly in place when inserted into a hole in the rock. Press the excess epoxy down into the hole and around the stem for added security. Plastic toothpick shims can be wedged into the hole with the epoxy to help hold particularly large specimens.

For freshwater planted aquariums and paludariums, AquaStik can effectively attach Java Fern, Java Moss, Bolbitis, Riccia, Anubias species, and other plants to wood and rocks.

General Information: AquaStik works well on dry, damp, or wet surfaces and can cure underwater. It is nontoxic to fish, invertebrates, aquatic plants, reptiles, and small animals. This product is excellent for attaching live rock, stony corals, gorgonians, aquatic plants, and various aquascaping items. It bonds to wood, concrete, ceramics, acrylic, metals, and fiberglass. AquaStik can be drilled, sanded, sawed, and machined, making it useful for repairs. It is hand kneadable, cures quickly, and does not have a strong odor. It mixes in one minute and hardens in twenty minutes, reaching full strength in 24 hours. The stick format eliminates waste and ensures proper proportions, while its clay-like consistency allows for a no-mess application that requires no tools. AquaStik is perfect for use in marine and freshwater aquariums, ponds, paludariums, and habitats for reptiles and small animals.