gluing glass tanks

[plugpitch]

Hey guys,
I have an old 30 galon hexagon tank. it's been outside for two years and it was banished out there because it had a leak. what type of glue should i get to put the tank and the frame back together.

 

[Bebo77]

glass? you need to use 100% silicone...

 

[plugpitch]

silicon glue from home depot?

 

[Bebo77]

yeah, you can get it anywhere ..but it has to be 100% silicone..

 

[818]

Yep. My 110g is DIY. 4 pieces of regular glass and a starphire front panel bought from a reefer. Glued it all together using 100% from a window company my cousin works at. Just make sure your tank makes perfect corners at the seems. My tank isnt

When you buy the silicone, ask for some type off silicone "adder" its a small cone shaped figure that will help you make nice silicone seals. Makes it look nice when the silicone is on. Never use your finger for main display tanks when adding silicone.