tubamanandy
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Having looked at a previous thread, decided to have a go at applying my first diffused background to a new tank.
This is what I used:-
Diffused background static film from Wilkinsons (in the UK) - cost around £5-£6
Marina Clearview (there are similar products from eg. JBL) - cost around £5.50
1 X window squeege - cost about £1
1 x credit card
This is what I did:-
1) Ensure glass is clean (lint-free cloth used)
2) Cust film to size while still attached to backing
3) Pour Marina Clearview onto glass and ensure it covers ALL of the glass by use of the squeege
(the Clearview is basically a thin oil that no doubt dries clear - no smell to it)
4) Peal the backing off and place the film in position (not very easy to slide but you can peel it off)
5) Squeege over the film to remove all of the air and oil between the film and glass.
6) As the Squeege has a rubber lip, it will remove the majority of the air and oil but NOT ALL so now use a Credit Card to go again over the film so that there are no oil or bubbles left
7) You maybe left with the odd small `dry` area under the film, if this happens simply peel the film next to the area and wipe some oil over it and re-apply the film (back to 5 & 6)
8) Wipe down sides/bottom of tank
9) Finished
It was really easy to apply and I am left with a very professional finish with absolutely no bubbles. Not sure how long it will take to dry or how long it will last but, having just gone through the procedure its really easy and you get a very professional result.
This is what I used:-
Diffused background static film from Wilkinsons (in the UK) - cost around £5-£6
Marina Clearview (there are similar products from eg. JBL) - cost around £5.50
1 X window squeege - cost about £1
1 x credit card
This is what I did:-
1) Ensure glass is clean (lint-free cloth used)
2) Cust film to size while still attached to backing
3) Pour Marina Clearview onto glass and ensure it covers ALL of the glass by use of the squeege
(the Clearview is basically a thin oil that no doubt dries clear - no smell to it)
4) Peal the backing off and place the film in position (not very easy to slide but you can peel it off)
5) Squeege over the film to remove all of the air and oil between the film and glass.
6) As the Squeege has a rubber lip, it will remove the majority of the air and oil but NOT ALL so now use a Credit Card to go again over the film so that there are no oil or bubbles left
7) You maybe left with the odd small `dry` area under the film, if this happens simply peel the film next to the area and wipe some oil over it and re-apply the film (back to 5 & 6)
8) Wipe down sides/bottom of tank
9) Finished
It was really easy to apply and I am left with a very professional finish with absolutely no bubbles. Not sure how long it will take to dry or how long it will last but, having just gone through the procedure its really easy and you get a very professional result.
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