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Old 31-01-2009, 11:05 PM
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Default Rock/Background Which materials are safe??!

Looking to make background in my viv, being looking at alot of the poly, silicone and grout methods,

What specific materials should i be using?? is using spray paint safe?

I'd hate to spend loadsa time putting it together only to end up killing my royal!!
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Old 31-01-2009, 11:54 PM
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waterbased paints are better esp acrylics however u could use almost anything if u seal it.. use varnish the lower the voc the better but most ppl use yaht varnish, so doesnt really matter what u do as long as u seal it and make sure its fully cured and free from fumes before adding your animals
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