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How to build a lid with stainless steel mesh

Started By CatLord , May 25 2018 4:20 AM

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#1 Offline CatLord - Posted May 25 2018 - 4:20 AM

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So I've bought this ultra fine Steel mesh and I can't seem to be able to so stick it on the lid for one of my tanks like I've cut the whole on the plastic lid but I can't get it on I tried silicon but it just pops off so how do I glue it or make it work please anyone show me or any ideas thanks

#2 Offline KBant - Posted May 25 2018 - 5:26 AM

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Cut a hole in lid, cut bigger piece of mesh, use a strong tape to keep in place.

#3 Offline StayLoki - Posted May 25 2018 - 5:35 AM

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Or hot-glue gun it!

#4 Offline T.C. - Posted May 25 2018 - 5:46 AM

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Super glue, but be sure it's a 100% dry before you put it anywhere near your ants.


Edited by T.C., May 25 2018 - 5:47 AM.

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#5 Offline Mortamir - Posted May 25 2018 - 5:48 AM

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TC, do you do a rinse on the area you superglue after its dry?

#6 Offline T.C. - Posted May 25 2018 - 5:59 AM

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TC, do you do a rinse on the area you superglue after its dry?

Not generally.


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#7 Offline CatLord - Posted May 25 2018 - 6:25 AM

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ill definetely try thanks everyone!


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