RE: [GSAS-Member] Broken glass cover

[Paul M Wallace <pwallace@u.washington.edu>]

John:

I would also recomend plastic covers as they are lighter and don't shatter 
(glass cracks, tempered shatters right?) but beware that they do bow especially 
with lots of light/time.  You can solve this by flipping them or cementing 
cross bars for support.

> I would get a Plexiglass or Polycarbonate cover instead. Go to your local
> Plexiglass or plastic dealer with the measurements.
>
> Susan
>
> -----Original Message-----
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> [mailto:gsas-member-bounces@thekrib.com] On Behalf Of John Ruhland
> Sent: Friday, February 18, 2005 9:10 AM
> To: gsas-member@thekrib.com
> Subject: [GSAS-Member] Broken glass cover
>
> Does anyone have a recommendation for a place to get tempered glass?
> One of the sections of the glass cover on my 72 gallon tank broke. It
> appears that
> a large Leporinus jumped and hit it just right. For the sake of the
> fish, I think tempered glass is the best option.
>
> It was a clean break. Is repairing a temporary option, and if so, I
> would appreciate learning how it is best done.
> Thank you,
> John
>
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