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Tank Bands
Tank Bands
what can I put in my tank that floats and is safe?
I want to get some java moss. I read somewhere that I can just tie some to a floating thing and it will connect to that and then hang down. I think this would look really pretty. However, what can I tie it to that would be safe for my fish tank, and where can I get this? Also is it ok to tie it with a rubber band or will this be bad for my tank? Thanks
I've heard that pingpong balls are good but I'm not to sure about that. Cork will dissolve in your tank.
As for what to tie it with you have a few options. If you tie it to something that the java moss can grow into (driftwood, etc) you can tie it with organic (preferrably non colored) cotton string since it will eventually dissolve but the moss will have grown into the wood. If you want a permenant string to tie it to something you should really use something like fishing line. It will not dissolve in your tank just keep an eye on it and make sure you make all your knots tight so there is no chance of a fish getting tangled in it or eating it. A rubberband is no good since the rubber will eventually degrade enough to the point it will disintegrate into your tank. Fish will eat it and the chemicals in it are not likely to be all that healthy for your fish.
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After months and months of research, I've finally narrowed by search on trampoline brand and specifications. In the past 4 years, I've owned 2 trampolines. We had so many defects with past couple of companies, it ended costing us more than we anticipated. The first trampoline we bought was a department, springless trampoline. The springless trampoline was probably the worst trampoline. That trampoline only lasted us 8 months. After 5-6 months, the bands, that were supposed to act as springs, stretched and all bounces were lost. After the 8th month, a few of the bands broke, so that was the end of that trampoline. Those bands were non-replaceable, so we had to scrap that trampoline.
The next trampoline we purchased was from an online company. I should have checked the specs first before buying, but I thought all spring trampolines had the same specs. Well, they don't. No doubt, the spring trampoline was a much better trampoline than the springless trampoline. It had a better bounce and was a much stronger trampoline. However, the frame wasn't as strong as I had liked. My gardener normally cuts my grass twice per month, so he has to push my trampoline around. After being pushed around so many time, the frame eventually gave. It warped and cracked at the joint. That trampoline lasted close to 2.5 years. We've had other issues in the past with this trampoline, such as pad and mat issues, but those were minor aesthetic issues. However, once my frame cracked, that was when I had to scrap that trampoline and do my research on a more quality trampoline.
After months of reading, asking questions and doing online research, I finally found my trampoline. I was watching "The Price is Right" and saw a company call Trampoline Jumpers. I went onto their website and called them. They were extremely knowledgeable and helpful. They knew their trampoline specs, inside and out. My first concern, obviously, was springs and frame. They had the thickest frame I'd ever seen. Compared to my old trampoline, their frame was almost twice as thick. I purchased a 15' round Olympus Pro. Their springs were long and stiff. The bounce was much better than my previous 2 trampolines. I've had this trampoline for about 3 months and it still stands like a tank. I could see this trampoline lasting for a very very long time. Even my gardener likes the sturdiness of this trampoline. He feels much safer pushing this trampoline around when he cuts grass. The best part about this trampoline was that it cost about the same prices as my 2nd trampoline got snapped. Very reasonably priced and very knowledgeable reps.