Dumb question -plexi glass

[AndyP27]

Will plexiglass (like they sell at any home improvement store) work for sump baffles/dividers and overflows? Or will it degrade over time?

 

[FishBeard]

It will be just fine. Make sure to use .220" thick thou since it is strong enough to keep from flexing with water pressure.

 

[SkunkerX]

It will be just fine. Make sure to use .220" thick thou since it is strong enough to keep from flexing with water pressure.

+1 thats what I'm using .220

 

[BADGUS]

Another tip is to lightly sand every surface where silicone will be applied.It will adhere much better.

 

[Fijiblue]

I would spend the money on some cast acrylic from Streamwood plastics. Prices are comparable to the junk they sell at the hardware store and it will last a lot longer (17 times stronger).

 

[AndyP27]

Thanks...I'm not too concerned about the strength as it will only be a 30 gallon sump and there shouldn't be that much pressure on it (and I was able to obtain a bunch for free!)