Which Silicone NOT to use?

[Motob3000]

Well, I guess I am late to this party. Currently constructing my 40 gallon breeder for my African Bullfrog. I used the DAP Kitchen and Bath Silicone. It sounds like I used the wrong type. If someone could give me the lowdown that would be great. I guess I will have to cut out the existing piece and re do with proper silicone.

Thanks,
B

[DonLisk]

If the tube states 100 percent silicone on the tube and does not list mold inhibitors as something added then you should be fine. You can call DAP and see if the product has mold inhibitors too.

Most people refrain from using kitchen and bath versions due to the addition of products like Bio-seal which is an added mold inhibitor.
There are so many threads on this topic here on FF and so many other forums over the internet. Most here will recommend GE Silicone II Window and Door since it doesn't list a mold inhibitor.

Call DAP, if they say there is, then I'd pull it and start over. If they say none is added and its the same as Window and Door with only 100 percent silicone, then you should be fine leaving it.

[Pop Alexandra]

Well, I guess I am late to this party. Currently constructing my 40 gallon breeder for my African Bullfrog. I used the DAP Kitchen and Bath Silicone. It sounds like I used the wrong type. If someone could give me the lowdown that would be great. I guess I will have to cut out the existing piece and re do with proper silicone.

Thanks,
B

You will probably have to start over and can try using something like Agro sealant, or a product with similar characteristics.