where to buy small pre-cut glass for overflow

[jesserettele]

Does anybody know the cheapest place in SA to get pre-cut pieces of glass for a DIY external overflow? I am looking for 4 pieces.

[CoryDude]

Most glass places will cut to size for no extra charge. They can grind and buff the edges if needed. Not sure if you'll find pre-cut pieces, unless your looking for standard pic frame size, like 5X7, 4X6, 8X10, etc.

We used Binswanger and Thad Ziegler glass.

[justahobby]

Is there a reason for choosing gl***** I think it would be cheaper/ safer to check out regal plastic. They have leftovers for $1 per lb. I'm not sure what they would charge to cut it. It would be lighter and more durable. I know there's another store besides regals, but my brain is on verb conjugations right now lol.

[jesserettele]

Most glass places will cut to size for no extra charge. They can grind and buff the edges if needed. Not sure if you'll find pre-cut pieces, unless your looking for standard pic frame size, like 5X7, 4X6, 8X10, etc.

We used Binswanger and Thad Ziegler glass.

Sorry, that is what I was trying to say. I want them to cut the glass so I didn't have to try and do it. Thanks for the reference, I will check them out.


Is there a reason for choosing gl***** I think it would be cheaper/ safer to check out regal plastic. They have leftovers for $1 per lb. I'm not sure what they would charge to cut it. It would be lighter and more durable. I know there's another store besides regals, but my brain is on verb conjugations right now lol.

I know......gl***! But since it is an external overflow and not contained within the tank I am a little wary about attaching acrylic to glass since I don't want any problems or leaks behind the tank. I did find E6000 adhesive which is sold by Allied plastics (may be the other plastic guys in town you couldn't remember due to conjugations) as their galss to plastic adhesive but..........

Do you or anyone else have a better idea for attaching an external overflow to a glass 75?

[ErikH]

You need to use aquarium sealant. Other stuff will kill your livestock.
GE silicon makes a product that is safe after it is dry. Cant remember which though

[CoryDude]

Forgot to mention that those places used to carry thicker sized glass if you're looking for more strength (been 4 years since I last used Binswanger).

[justahobby]

Ah, don't mind me then. I was visualizing an hob overflow.

[jesserettele]

You need to use aquarium sealant. Other stuff will kill your livestock.
GE silicon makes a product that is safe after it is dry. Cant remember which though

This would worth checking into. Does it bond to acrylic though (if that is the route i'll take instead of glass)?

[epicfish]

This would worth checking into. Does it bond to acrylic though (if that is the route i'll take instead of glass)?

GE Silicone for Windows and Doors WITHOUT the Bioseal material will work.

If you want to bond acrylic to acrylic, use Weld-On. If you use an acrylic overflow and want to bond it to glass, there's no great way to do it. However, I've used silicone and it held just fine.

[rocketeer]

I like Samuels on San Pedro north of the 410. Nice guys. Just bring them dimensions, they'll probably cut them on the spot.

Jack

[jlh81]

I like Samuels on San Pedro north of the 410. Nice guys. Just bring them dimensions, they'll probably cut them on the spot.

Jack


Yes i was going to say them too. You can even call ahead and tell them what size and thickness and they will have it cut and ready to go before you get there. Cheap too. I had 4 big pieces cut for my 55g diy sump and i think it was 24 bucks for the thickness right below 1/4.

Joe

[jesserettele]

i had a list of sizes of 1/4" glass cut by Samuels glass with polished edges for $119.00 FYI Thad Ziegler wanted $160.00 for the same order and that didn't even include polished edges.

Samuels did the order in one business day too.