Good tank insulator?

[DiscusKeeper403]

Hey guys,

It's getting cold down here and I need something to help insulate my tank during night time. I have been using blankets, but I stopped doing it after a blanket fell into a small uncovered space in the back of the tank and sucked up all the water which dripped all over my floor :mad:

I heard there is some kind of foam you can get and use silicone to make a sleeve around the tank. Does anyone know what kind of foam this is?

Thank you,

Connor

[shorething]

I have used a product called Reflectix, it comes in a roll. It is similar to bubble wrap, with a reflective foil in the middle. My tanks are in my basement,so its a bit chilly down there. You can get it at Lowes, or Home Depot. I like the way it works very much.

[DiscusKeeper403]

Hey thanks for the reply. Just did a google search on it and it looks like it should work. I assume it's like the stuff you use for your car windshield? Do you just use it inside out to trap heat?

[jaykne]

Hey Connor they also have a blue styrofoam at lowes also that I used for a breeder tank just cut to size and use clear tape, not only does it insulate but makes a nice background, Larry.

[jeff@zina.com]

Do you just use it inside out to trap heat?

Reflective side to the hot side.

Jeff

[DiscusKeeper403]

Thanks guys. Time for me to go see what I can find.