ow do you replace a side of a glass aquarium with acrylic?

Filed under Acrylic Aquariums by on September 12, 2011 at 1:51 pm {one comment}


Question by joe_hoble: ow do you replace a side of a glass aquarium with acrylic?
I have a glass 110 gallon aquarium that has the supported side broken. The piece measures 60×21.5×3/8. Is there anyway to bond a piece of acrylic instead of glass that will with stand the water and pressure?

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Answer by magicman116
You can use acrylic, but you really shouldn’t mix glass and acrylic on the same tank. The differences in expansion rates, thicknesses, etc will make problems. Best you replace the broken glass with the like thickness as the original. Pure silicon is the sealant of choice for a glass tank. For a large project like yours, look in the hardware section of a department store or home improvement stored for caulking tube sized containers of pure silicon sealant, just be sure it says it’s safe for aquariums. One brand I can recommend is GE which is available at Walmart, Home Depot and Lowes.MM



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Is it normal to see hairline cracks in my acrylic aquarium?

Filed under Acrylic Aquariums by on September 7, 2011 at 7:50 am {4 comments}


Question by bennett.annie21: Is it normal to see hairline cracks in my acrylic aquarium?
They are small and barely visible along two seams of the tank (a top seam and side seam)I am trying not to panic- do I need to call the company for a warranty? I can’t ideating trying to find a temporary replacement for my 50 gallon.

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Answer by raiden
no there should no cracks in the tank 17 years experience with fish



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Have you ever used a kit to get acrylic tank scratches out?

Filed under Acrylic Aquariums by on September 6, 2011 at 1:50 pm {no comments}


Question by Euronymous: Have you ever used a kit to get acrylic tank scratches out?
I have an acrylic aquarium with some scratches from the previous owners corals. I have freshwater fish in it now, and its filled up. I can visibly see the scratches when I’m looking at the tank and it stresses me away rather then making me relax and happy. How does an acrylic tank scratch remover work? Do I have to totally drain the water to do it? Does it involve chemicals? Or can I use it while the tank is fully loaded, so to speak.Thanks!

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Answer by Steven
nothing can solve that problem without killing your fish



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How do I clean a hazy acrylic aquarium?

Filed under Acrylic Aquariums by on September 4, 2011 at 1:50 am {one comment}


Question by OzStar: How do I clean a hazy acrylic aquarium?
My aquarium looked great with fish, water & all. But I sold the fish and poured out the water.The dry tank is hazy. I tried cleaning with a mix of vinegar & distilled water. It’s helped, but not much. I tried Tetra Aquarium Wipes. Those dry with a weird residue.One site suggests bleach, but I’m not so sure about that because I do desire to sell this to someone to put fish into. This is weird. The aquarium was clear & beautiful when it had water in it.So, how do I get this clear? Will bleach help without hurting future residents??

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Answer by Cody
bleach will work as long as you rinse it a lot with really hot water and salt.. ive had that before… getting an aquarium out of our shed after it was in that dump for over 3 years but that should work pretty swell and if you get it clean but its still a little cloudy use windex on the inside and out just make sure that the hazyness isnt scratches (its probably not but just to be safe). dont be scared to use any kind of chemicals you consider will work just remember to rinse and rinse and rinse with warm/hot water good luck ^_^



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Q&A: How do I get scratches off of the inside of my acrylic Aquarium?

Filed under Acrylic Aquariums by on August 22, 2011 at 1:50 am {one comment}


Question by Cody Y: How do I get scratches off of the inside of my acrylic Aquarium?
I have a 120 gallon Saltwater aquarium. I got it about two years ago, and since then my aquarium algae magnet has occasianally but scratches on the inside of the tank when something gets stuck in it. I fixed the problem, but does anyone know a way to get the scratches off? Thanks.P.S. You CANNOT use a common household cleaning thing on the inside of an aquarium.

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Answer by christina
You don’t, buy a glass tank.



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Glass or acrylic aquariums? Pros and cons please?

Filed under Acrylic Aquariums by on August 19, 2011 at 1:50 am {2 comments}


Question by Sam: Glass or acrylic aquariums? Pros and cons please?


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Answer by Tommy-Lee
I would definatly recommended Glass aquariums. They do am more but they look much better and are much more durable. They are also less likely to scratch when cleaning algae like acrylic aquariums do. Also glass aquariums do not “age” the way that acrylic aquariums do. Glass tanks remain clear for life. I would definately recommended that you invest in a glass tank and aim to get the biggest tank you can afford, this allows more room for error in water conditions and will increase your choice of fish. Stay away from round bowls.



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Nice Acrylic Aquariums photos

Filed under Acrylic Aquariums by on August 18, 2011 at 7:50 pm {6 comments}

A few decent acrylic aquariums images I found:



Churaumi Aquarium
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The gigantic tank, which has a volume capacity of 7,500 cubic meters, affords views from multiple directions, for example, from the Aqua Room and done the large acrylic window. Only here tin you enjoy the sight of never-before-seen groups of whale sharks and manta rays swimming in the ocean.Aquarium capacity 7,500 m³(length 10m, width 35m, depth 27m)Species 70 kinds


Mag Float Floating Magnet Aquarium Cleaner

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Mag Float Floating Magnet Aquarium Cleaner

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Never get your hands wet again.Revolutionary new magnet cleaner floats. Unlike other magnet cleaners, you don't have to reach to the bottom of the tank to retrieve the cleaner if it separates. No more fighting your magnet cleaner around corners. No more knocking over decorations or coral.Super strong magnet cleaner easily wipes away algae from inside aquarium glass.

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how to fix a Seperated vertical seam on a Acrylic aquarium?

Filed under Acrylic Aquariums by on August 10, 2011 at 1:51 pm {one comment}
acrylic aquariums
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Question by mac08wrx: how to fix a Seperated vertical seam on an Acrylic aquarium?
i am getting a 250 gallon acrylic aquarium that has a Seperated vertical seam. I assume’t know how to even start or what to purchase. please help

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Answer by danielle Z
Aquarium sealant (silicon sealant in a tube hardware bin). Most fish stores sell it.You will have to remove the old sealant and clean the glazed. With the tank made conjointly (tied up, taped up what ever you can find that fits and works) Run a bead of new sealant and using your finger squish the sealant into the corner forming a smooth seal up the aquarium. Don’t be shy with the sealant. It is better to have a little too much than not enough.Check for the curing time on the directions. The true test will be when you begin to fill it up.



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Clear-for-Life Rectangle 20 Gallon Acrylic Aquarium – Regular

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Clear-for-Life Rectangle 20 Gallon Acrylic Aquarium - Regular

  • 40% brighter than glass
  • 17 times stronger than glass
  • safer than glass
  • better insulation than glass
  • lifetime warranty
Advance Aqua Tanks? has been a leading provider of top-of-the-line acrylic aquariums since 1986. All of Clear-for-Life Acrylic Aquariums are made in the U.S.A. with the highest quality Finest cell cast acrylic, and guarantees by Lifetime Warranty (see warranty card) from leakage due to manufacturer`s workmanship. Clear-for-Life Acrylic Aquariums come standard with heater holes, filter slots, light hood or polycarbonate light plate.BrighterThe first thing you will notice about Advance Aqua Tanks

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