mecold
New member
I have been using aquamend epoxy from the hd since I started mounting frags in my tank. Now I have the opportunity to try aquastik (thanks atlantis!). I can see the pros and cons of each, but as for me, I will stick to using aquamend.
Aquamend pros:
Alot Cheaper, doesn't make my skimmer go nuts. It doesn't heat up while it is setting. Stays pliable so I can mix as much as I need all at once and take my time mounting frags.
Aquamend cons:
Stinks
, stays soft for about half an hour, and hardens to a nice bright white that sticks out in my tank (untill coralline covers it).
Aquastik pros:
Comes in a pink that blends a little better than aquamend, hardens quickly, and stick very hard.
Aquastik cons:
Is very expensive for a small tube. A small amount will make a skimmer freak out. Heats up as it hardens (I am talking almost pain level heat). Hardens almost too quickly.
Please let me know what you guys use. I know most use superglue gel. It would be nice if superglue would work for me, but my turbo snails take it as a personal offense if they see a frag attached with superglue alone.
Aquamend pros:
Alot Cheaper, doesn't make my skimmer go nuts. It doesn't heat up while it is setting. Stays pliable so I can mix as much as I need all at once and take my time mounting frags.
Aquamend cons:
Stinks
, stays soft for about half an hour, and hardens to a nice bright white that sticks out in my tank (untill coralline covers it).Aquastik pros:
Comes in a pink that blends a little better than aquamend, hardens quickly, and stick very hard.
Aquastik cons:
Is very expensive for a small tube. A small amount will make a skimmer freak out. Heats up as it hardens (I am talking almost pain level heat). Hardens almost too quickly.
Please let me know what you guys use. I know most use superglue gel. It would be nice if superglue would work for me, but my turbo snails take it as a personal offense if they see a frag attached with superglue alone.
