Custom Aquarium silicone seams

Jeremy Russell

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Hi,

Here are some photos of silicone seams from a newly completed custom tank. I don't want to say what company it was until I get peoples thoughts on the workmanship of these seams. The company says these spots are a side effect of using the strongest silicone and 3/4" glass. These spots are all on the front pane, there are more on the bottom edge which is covered by the stand and several more on the back panel as well.

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It looks like air bubbles. It shouldnt be a functional problem just more of whether its aesthetically pleasing.
 
I"m not worried about leaking or structural issues, I was just doing an informal poll of people who have purchased "high end" custom tanks to see how many would raise issue with the mfg over 8 or 10 spots like that in the front facing seam and a similar amount on the rear.
 

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