backround

[beavis4040]

Just a quick question regarding backrounds. Do most people recomend having a pure black or blue back or leave it clear? Pro's cons? also what about on the sides. I've never used it myself however I hear alot about it. Some info would be sweet! thanks all

 

[dmjordan]

backgrounds help hide cords, hoses, etc. it doesn't matter whether it is blue or black. the sides is totally up to you. if you don't want to use the plactic backgrounds you can paint the outside glass of the tank.

 

[newtoit]

what I did when I set up my 40 gallon is I took a piece of 1/4 inch plywood and cut it to fit between the rails of my tank then painted it black and held it in place with velcro