Suction cups or something else?
Suction cups or something else?
Hey y'all! I use suction cup hooks to hold up my nets and other things in my tat, but they always fall down randomly. Do you all use suction cups too or something else? Thanks!
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Re: Suction cups or something else?
I use command strips with the velcro like stuff for 16lbs. Those work better for me than suction cups. I have a few suction cup branches that hold up well in my tank, but nothing else. With the suction cups, make sure there are no grains of sand on them or the glass. 
Edit: I also use zip ties

Edit: I also use zip ties

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Re: Suction cups or something else?
Put oil in finger and rub on suction cup and mount it will stick better
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That's interesting...I've never heard that before. Please let me know how that works. 

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Re: Suction cups or something else?
I've had problems with suction cups in my tank but what I found works well is to dip your finger in water and put a little on the back of the suction cup. Press it on real good after onto a dry spot where you want it hung. Seems to make them stick better.
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Re: Suction cups or something else?
I second this. Make sure you have a clean surface like got butterflies said. Good luckkfinnz wrote:I've had problems with suction cups in my tank but what I found works well is to dip your finger in water and put a little on the back of the suction cup. Press it on real good after onto a dry spot where you want it hung. Seems to make them stick better.

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3 medium to large PPs: Kermit Rocketson, Lulu, Strawberry (named because he is red, not actually a straw)
1 Neon Tetra: Stevie. 1 Crawfish: Larry
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Re: Suction cups or something else?
I use power suction cups, which aren't as amazing as they might sound, but in general they get the job done. That being said, they have to be replaced every yearish or so because they do lose their staying power. I use vinegar to wash whatever surface I'm about to use because it cleans the glass very well.