DIY 3D background

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shewolfgeo

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Hey everyone. I'm going to be starting my 3D background for my 29g tank in a few minutes. I thought I'd keep record of it on here. So enjoy, and I welcome any suggestions and tips.

First photo is the tank, I am trimming some of the stand, so I can get my door open. (only opens half way)
Second photo is the Black diamond sand from Tractor Supply store. I think it's used for sand blasting.
Third is the foam and concrete paint. It's a brown/red color. So it should look good against the black sand. And for 25 bucks a gallon it better look great! Lowe's here don't carry pints or 1/2 gallons.

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Thanks for starting this thread. I will be following this closely.
 

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OK so hard at work... I cut through one package of foam.. Don't know if I'll need to cut the other just yet.

1st photo -- my tools (note to self and anyone else; to make one of these, use the knife, scissors really don't work.) The level I used for a ruler, couldn't find one to make straight lines. (just in case if someone was wondering about that)
2nd photo -- my little helper.
3rd photo -- working with 6in and 4in pieces.
4th photo -- the first foam to be cut
5th photo -- I was thinking of making a rock ledge/pot to hold some sand for plants.
6th photo -- first pack cut.

Now I need to clean up the kitchen floor. Before my son tries to eat the pieces of foam..

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Ahhh, ur goin that direction eh? may i suggest somehow putting in sort of jutting out pockets if you know what i mean? They look fantastic when you put a plant or two in them. Good luck!
 

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Looks like a good build! I do have reservations about that stand though...wouldn't use it at all, IMO.
 
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