Painting Back of Tank?

[newbe reefer]

I read a thread a couple of weeks back about tank back drops and a couple of people were suggesting painting the back. I am very interested in doing this to the back of mine. My questions are can an acrylic tank be painted and what kind of paint do I buy? Also can I paint a tank that is already set up with creatures and fish?
Thanks.

 

[cap'n pete]

Absolutely, just buy some acrylic hobby paint and paint it on with a small sponge roller of a paint brush. No fumes. On acrylic, it will be a little more permanent than on glass, so make sure you put on a color you are willing to live with.

 

[juddster]

i agree roll it dont spray it, that can come out