Aquarium backgrounds

[Chapz]

I'm actually leaning toward the dark blue background right. I'm gonna pass on the painting though but u never know. i might change my mind on that also. Since i have a 60G FOWLR with 35lbs of live rock, nothing seems to be standing out much yet except. I might as well add more rockwork to my setup also. i figured the background would make a huge difference with the actinics on.

 

[Awibrandy]

georgelc86, the paint I used is Rustoleum.

 

[bigbris1]

Sliding the background film up under the top of the tank trim (between trim & glass) will prevent salt creep from entering those regions.

 

[Quang]

I like a black background.

There is an online retailer that sells adhesive aquarium backgrounds. This helps to prevent the salt creep marks-- its definitely a lot easier than painting and in case you ever change your mind, it's easily removable so you're not stuck with it. I'll see if I can find the website.

 

[Quang]

well here you go: http://www.aquariumguys.com/aquarium-backgrounds.html

I've ordered from them before, and it was a smooth transaction.

 

[SIReefer]

On my old tank I used the BLACK Oceanvisions stickon background. I then used aquarium sealant on the top.,bottom & sides to prevent salt creep & peeling. The colors on the clowns & yellow tang especially popped right out at you. Now I have one of those old fashioned backgrounds w/fish & corals on the back. BAD choice but it was all I had & I had to get my tank up fast. I eventually will be going back to a self stick BLACK background when I find the time.

 

[bigbris1]

I picked up a double sided, fading blue on one side, black on the other. I put it on the blue side since my tank is new, but once it gets established, I'll prolly go black. Can't beat it for $6

 

[Chapz]

Bigbris, where did u get the sheet? Ur LFS?

 

[bigbris1]

A random Petland

 

[Solace Aquatics LLC]

We like to use the same pressure sensitive vinyl that is used in commercial signage.
a bit tricky to install, but has a life of up to 15 years if installed properly.
comes in any color of the rainbow as well.
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