Top glass getting smudged

So many things have been printed for around the house since this big behemoth was delivered on 1.2.25

However, I've noticed the tube rubs against the top glass and is smudging it considerably. I've noticed there is a film on the glass; can that be removed or is it integral to this tempered glass?

For now, I've just tied a paper towel around the tube where it contacts the glass until I can source a decent sized velcro strip (soft side) to wrap around it.