rillaboratories
11/09/2014, 04:50 PM
I've been building several tanks with rtv silicon. I've using the tape method so I'll have clean edges. The silicon is only the thickness of the glass where its attached.
I've seen some other aquariums where the silicon is wider then the pane of the glass. Does that extra addition of silicon increase the strength of the silicon bond, or are they adding it for an extra level of protection against water leaks.
I would prefer the clean look where the silicon is only on the part where the glass meets.
My description may be confusing so I can also add a picture if needed.
I've seen some other aquariums where the silicon is wider then the pane of the glass. Does that extra addition of silicon increase the strength of the silicon bond, or are they adding it for an extra level of protection against water leaks.
I would prefer the clean look where the silicon is only on the part where the glass meets.
My description may be confusing so I can also add a picture if needed.