Glass Thickness For Diy Tank

[dayzofspeed]

i want to make a small glass tank as a sump either 18" or 2ft max in length 15" high and 10" deep, do i really need 6mm glass or could i do it with 4mm

 

[markandhisfish]

i think id be inclined to be surew and go with 6mm. better to be too safe than too sorry imo

 

[Uriel]

As someone who made up a tank to use as a sump i would say. Don't do it !!!! Unless you absolutely have to or are a glass cutter by trade. Probably cost you as much in silicon and glass as a cheap tank and is a whole lot of annoyance.

 

[dayzofspeed]

i wasn't planning on cutting the glass myself , i would leave that to the professionals, but i am someone who enjoys diy side of things and getting a sense of achievement, even though diy isn't always the cheapest method

 

[sorgan]

6mm float glass should be fine, make sure you get the edges polished or whenever you lean in you will require stitches

 

[woody88]

6mm float glass should be fine, make sure you get the edges polished or whenever you lean in you will require stitches

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