Aquarium Storage

[DS204]

Thinking of storing a brand new Red Sea aquarium in the garage for a year or two, and I'm wondering people's thoughts on how it may impact or affect the silicone (if at all).

Not planning on removing it from the crate, other than for an initial inspection. During the winter months the coldest the garage gets is 39 degrees Fahrenheit (4 Celsius) and during the summer months the warmest it gets is about 80 Fahrenheit (26 Celcius).

Most of the research I've done suggests that silicone is quite durable and can withstand a large range of temperatures.. But I am curious if anyone has any experience or not and how the silicone held up.

Appreciate anyone's input - thanks!

 

[shakacuz]

i don't see any issues with doing what you look to do. hopefully others can chime in!

 

[DS204]

Bump!

 

[DS204]

Bump

 

[DCR]

I have kept old Oceanic tanks in storage for 15 years or more and never seen any issue when refilling and or had one develop a leak. As long as it is a good quality silicone, I don't think it has any impact. Hopefully the newer Red Sea tanks are doing that.

 

[DS204]

I have kept old Oceanic tanks in storage for 15 years or more and never seen any issue when refilling and or had one develop a leak. As long as it is a good quality silicone, I don't think it has any impact. Hopefully the newer Red Sea tanks are doing that.

How did you store your tanks?

 

[DCR]

In a garage in Houston Tx, so no freezing conditions. I would also not leave them exposed to UV light (sunlight)