Aquarium Decoration (Rocks, Plants and Substrates) • Basalt rock OK for tank use?

[cichlid-gal]

We currently have cichlid rocks and some slate decorations in our 55G tank but we'd like to add some additional real rock. Basalt is in abundance around here but I am wondering if it is an OK rock to use in your aquarium? I've looked at a number of sites which identify "safe" rock types but basalt is not mentioned. Does anyone have any idea as to the safety of this rock in an aquarium setting? Thank you for your input

[cichlid-gal]

Nevermind did another search and found lots of answers... thanks though

[Mike_G]

Was one of the answers "yes"?

[cichlid-gal]

YES!!!

[Mike_G]

Oh good, 'cause that's the right answer.

[cichlid-gal]

Picked up some basalt pieces today...outside my back fence....they will look like mountains in the tank as they are long and high with peaks. Cleaning and sterilizing is next. Told my husband that I can see the handwriting on the wall...once we get the 55G the way we want it with the rockwork I'll be wanting to do the 75G as the width of the tank will give so many more options...looking forward to having some fun with the rockscaping