sterling007
Member
Just wondering what other folks have done for the outside background on tanks? I'd rather not look into the tank and see parts of the wall 
Outside backgrounds
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carrie1429
Active Member
I just used a light blue paper background from the pet store. Looks a lot better than seeing the cords from the heater and filter.
clarkiiboi
Active Member
I put the blue background up also, all the other "reef" backgrounds look so fake. Also when you put the background on it makes a huge difference on how the tank looks....good luck
steamboat1569
Member
I guess I am a minority. I found a nice Hawian Reef background for my 55 gallon. I have always liked it.
I have seen many of the blue backgrounds, and they do nothing for me.
I have seen many of the blue backgrounds, and they do nothing for me.
sal t. nutz
Member
I just painted the back of my tank black.
steamboat1569
Member
I kind of like the black. Nice tank, Debi.
jawfish177
Member
we used foil...
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starfishjackedme
Guest
I had one on my 200, but I took it down because water always got between the glass and the backdrop. I don't have anything right now, but I might paint it if i move the tank or have the balls to endanger my carpet.
cap'n pete
Member
I currently have a blue background that I bought at the ol' LFS. If you do decide that's what you want DON'T get something that's double sided (two different patterns). Mine has a reef picture on the backside that comes through the blue because of the intensity of my lighting. Painting on a color is a good idea if your sure that's what you want. You will never have the problem of getting water between the glass and the background or 3 year olds pulling it off.
sal t. nutz
Member
LOL Cap! Bu the way, don't be scared to paint, it's not permanent. With a razor blade ie. Widgett, it is VERY easy to scrape the paint right off of glass. Not to sure about acrylic though.
