Calling on wood workers for some assistance

[bassman]

Originally Posted by Nevin

I think I see what you mean. The wood brace at the top of the trim should hold, but with that much pressure you might see some deflection at the bottom of the trim. And it wouldn't take much deflection to put stress on the glass.

What I was suggesting is using 2 or 3 smaller glass braces rather than 1 wide one, positioned under the wood braces so you don't lose too much access to your tank.

With the disclaimer that I have much more experience with wood than glass, I think that ought to work.

Hope this helps,
Nevin

I see what you mean about the bottom of the trim deflecting, good point.

Well I may have to just put the brace in. I just want more room as a convenience while working on the tank.

Cleaning 230 gallons of water up off the floor would be most inconvenient. LOL Probably not worth the risk.

Thanks for your help,

Stace

[Renegade]

why not brace the ends and the middle with 8inch pieces ? would this not solve the problem all together ?

[skylord]

Have you looked at Euro-Bracing? No way would I trust wood for the long term and I also would have trouble with a 24" center brace.

Scott

[bassman]

Originally Posted by skylord

Have you looked at Euro-Bracing? No way would I trust wood for the long term and I also would have trouble with a 24" center brace.

Scott

Yes it's still a possibility but I have heard it's a pain in arse to clean. Aside from that I am having trouble finding any decent glass shops around me that can help. So far nobody stocks 1/2" and I would have to buy a full sheet and have it shipped here and then the glass shop can cut. That is going to be way too pricey.