I purchased a LARGE ceramic pot, maybe 20 gallons for my water
garden. It has very small cracks that seep water. I thought It would
seal itself up after awhile but its been over a year. Does anyone have
suggestions for sealants I can use that are both sasfe and effective ?
I have fish as well as plants.
Thanks

Hi Mark,
Any sealant that can be used for aquariums can be used.
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Bonnie
NJ

There are several good products for sealing ceramic or other porous
containers. If it is very large, I'd suggest using UGL, as found in gallon
containers at most building/home centers. Apply two coats to the inside.
This comes in white or gray, or even a light blue, so paint plan to paint
the interior with black laytex paint.

For small containers, flower pots, etc., I use INDOOR/OUTDOOR Gloss Acrylic
Enamel by Plaid (Apple Barrel) Ceramcoat by Delta has a similar product.
This is a water base paint, available in the craft dept at Wal-mart, etc.
Apply two or three coats to the interior of the pot, with a brush or sponge
applicator, allowing to dry between coats. This is non-toxic, wet or dry,
and does a fantastic job of sealing on any porous surface, including brick,
concrete, terra cotta--whatever. For the outside of the pot, that will
be left outside through the winter, you should paint it too. They have a
clear finish available, or you can use colors--sponge it on, dry brush
etc---get creative. A 2 oz bottle is just over $1, but 8oz bottles are
about $5.

Plug up any large cracks or holes with plumber's putty.

Have fun!
Pam

Hi...I read & i think any sealant that can be used for aquariums can be used.There are several good products for sealing ceramic or other porous containers. If it is very large, I'd suggest using UGL.