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Gluing glass panel to sump walls

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#1 ·
Hi everyone,

I'm modifying my sump, and I'm looking to buy some glass panels to use as baffles.

I called a glass store, and when I told them what sizes i needed, they asked me if I wanted the edges to be "finished" (so smoothed out so they aren't sharp).

My question is if it's necessary to get the finishing? Or if I shouldn't get it?

Will it still silicone well to the aquarium walls if I don't smooth out the edges?

The only reason I can see as too why I should really get the finishing is so that I dont cut myself while having my hands/arms in the sump!
 
#5 ·
Hi everyone,

I'm modifying my sump, and I'm looking to buy some glass panels to use as baffles.
Any reason why you aren't considering plexi? It is safer to work with and won't shatter when you try to force it.

Will it still silicone well to the aquarium walls if I don't smooth out the edges?
Silicone sticks very well to glass, and better to rougher surfaces, so if you don't smooth out the edges it might get a better hold.
 
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