window screen in reef tank

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Originally Posted by Delphinus

I might consider doubling up the mesh over the overflow (if you're using gutter guard... if not using gutter guard, then I might consider using gutter guard).

Plastic window screening is safe to use wet in your tank, but I think you will find it will clog easily and cause overflows if you're actually straining water through it.

It will clog in a very short time. I would try using some acrylic with slots cut into it.