Need Set-Up Advice...

[fishlawyer]

Hey All
So, I finally pulled the trigger on a new tank for the sitting room in my home. I decided to go with a 54 Gallon Corner Tank with the matching Pine Stand and Cannopy from AGA. (All Glass Aquariums). Only downer is that it will take about 3-4 weeks to get to me.
Only question I have is rather simple... I need to do something to cover the back two sides of the corner tank. I have used simple black backing on my office tank, but I have never really been happy with the results. (Not too bad, but not exactly what I want.) As such, I have been thinking of painting the outside of the two back tank walls. Has anybody painted the back of their tank? If so, how did you do it and what did you use?
Any help would be appreciated since I am heading out tomorrow to get the supplies I need...

 

[gill again68]

You will find that painting the back glass is what most people do. The only real question here is what color? As far as what to use. Cheap spray paint is really a good option. You can buy a big brand name if it makes you feel better. For a 54 I would think 1 can would do and thats about $5.00. I went with black and think its the best choice. Others have used blue but what ever floats your boat.
Hope that helps.