How much silicone to use?

[MerAnthony]

During the winter I have been redoing my neoprene tail. I am still painting scales it ,but after that was done I was thinking on putting silicone over the tail. To start what type of silicone would be best that is clear an how much would I need if I use the silicone tubes that you buy from a hardware store?

[Winged Mermaid]

I'm unsure of how much you'd need. However in terms of type- if you get GE silicone, all but two of their products are made with a mildicide agent - a chemical it gives off to prevent molding. This chemical will continue releasing for 5-7 years, according to the company, and so if you have any intention at all on using this in a natural area, or an area that houses fish or other fragile life, make sure you only use one of the two types that do not have the mildicide agent! Also, I would assume if it would kill fish, it can't be that great for you, either. The two that don't contain this and so are safer than their counterparts are the Silicone I Window/Door/Attic/Basement and Silicone II Supreme 2X Stretch Window/Door/Attic/Basement

[MerAnthony]

Thank you Winged I will have to check this out.