Was gifted 50lbs of live rock

[Llama 72]

I kept it in saltwater in 5gal buckets for my son. He decided not to use it. It has been in saltwater, no heater, for 2 weeks. Can I use it in my aquarium? If so, what steps should I take?

 

[Mike Ordner]

If it has always stayed wet, you should be good to use it in existing tank. At most, you could have a "mini" cycle, but I do not think it will be an issue. I would just add it slowly if you are concerned. What size tank is it going in and how much rock is in the this tank?

 

[Reefing102]

If there’s been no water circulation, you’ll probably have a small cycle but I agree, I don’t see any reason not to use it. I’d just scrub anything visibly dead on it.

 

[Llama 72]

It's going in 110g tank. I have about 3 times as much rock in the tank as what was given to me.

 

[Sugar Magnolia]

What was the temp where the water was stored? It will definitely need to be cycled.

 

[Llama 72]

72...room temp