Adding lead to Driftwood

[curly01]

Can anyone tell me if it is safe to add lead to driftwood to help hold it down? I have a large piece of wood that I am trying to sink. I read somewhere that people have drilled holes in there wood and filled it full of lead. I want to try this but am afraid that it would be toxic to the fish. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

 

[Rbishop]

No lead.....use gravel or glass marbles...or use stainless steel screws to attach a piece of slate to it...

 

[Zaffy]

The lead is toxic and will leech into the water. Do what Rbish said. Also, avoid copper or brass if you plan to have inverts or catfish of any kind.

 

[curly01]

Thats what i was afraid of, thanks for the input. I am working on getting some slate for it now. thanks again

 

[excuzzzeme]

You can also use stainless steel washers or nuts like you would a sinker.

 

[thesixis]

Go to a home improvement center and buy a piece of slate, drill a small hole with a carbide bit (I use a cordless drill and a few drops of water on the bit) and a stainless steel screw.
Sounds much harder then it really is.