Building a 3-D Back Ground

[1ra8der]

WOW THAT LOOK'S SWEET....


GREAT JOB....

 

[doubledragon]

I can't believe how real the back looks. Great Job. I bet the fish love it. It's gonna look really sweet with a little ageing time and a little algea also.

 

[Steve737]

That is awesome! How much did all the materials run you?

 

[fishnutham]

Thats one of the best diy articles i've read! very well done and it looks awesome.
Hope this gets pinned.

 

[limz_777]

nice diy , will look better if its a planted set-up

 

[greyhoundfan]

thanks for the kind words everybody!!

material cost..

Now it's been a while.. I'll do my best to recall.

Styrofoam size 3ft by 2ft 2" thick. 4.00 each X 6= 24.00
Quickcrete Mason mix. 8.00 each X 2= 16.00
Concrete Dye 6.00 each X 2= 12.00 (didn't use all)
Cheap Paint Brushes .75 each X 3= 2.25
Fish Tank Acryllic Caulking 8.00 each X 5= 40.00
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total- 94.25

 

[Fly River]

That's awesome, I think I going to try that on my 55

 

[MistirE]

Wow, thank for the step by step how to, that's just awesome!

 

[WeeNe858]

how many gallons is your tank?

 

[greyhoundfan]

how many gallons is your tank?

100 Gallons.