Rusty everywhere....

[Haohao]

Hi all, my 2 tier 3 feet steel rack is only 2 years old but the rusty stains are now everywhere. It even migrated itself to the middle if the bottom of styrofoams.

Anyway to salvage the situation? Would continue usage cause any risk of danger?

[huashao]

For safety and free of worries, I will change it as it is not expensive.

[Kohaku]

If u see signs of thinning at the welding area, time to change the stand.

[patclay]

Better don't save on this. Imagine the weight of the fish tank and water the stand needs to support.

[streetsmart73]

Originally Posted by patclay

Better don't save on this. Imagine the weight of the fish tank and water the stand needs to support.

Hear hear; not worth the impending risks.

[Haohao]

Noted n thanks for all the kind advises to change the rack....btw, I heard we should paint the steel rack as soon as we get our hands on it to prevent rust?Able to request for it to be done by the tank makers? Are there such service provided ?

[streetsmart73]

Originally Posted by Haohao

Noted n thanks for all the kind advises to change the rack....btw, I heard we should paint the steel rack as soon as we get our hands on it to prevent rust?Able to request for it to be done by the tank makers? Are there such service provided ?

Bro, it may cost you a little more from the service provider.

The other thing is always keep the structure clean and wipe up any water

[llewellyn]

Imo, don't bother painting ...
You can paint until flawless on the outside(superficially/aesthetically) but inside already corrosive and that's the most dangerous scenario.

[huashao]

Originally Posted by Haohao

Noted n thanks for all the kind advises to change the rack....btw, I heard we should paint the steel rack as soon as we get our hands on it to prevent rust?Able to request for it to be done by the tank makers? Are there such service provided ?

It is not possible to prevent rust as long as it is steel. Adding a primer & paint would slow down the rusting. Try to maintain dryness on the rack.

If got deep pocket, go for stainless steel.

[Gordy]

i agree. painting doesn't really help. mine brand new stand from fish tank maker custom also rusty. should have taken up the zinc coating.