Question about background

[Peedib89]

Ive see all these DIY backgrounds but have no artistic ability. I came across these http://www.exo-terra.com/en/products/background.php which are used in terrariums. I was wondering if they could be used in an aquarium if completly sealed?

 

[Rbishop]

Do they state aquarium safe?

 

[Blueiz]

I think if you submerge it, it would absorb a lot of water and possibly deterioate it over time. There are 3d ones that are sold for aquarium use.. for example:
http://www.thatpetplace.com/pet/cat/infoL3/23643/category.web

Blue

 

[Sarge_857]

I think if you submerge it, it would absorb a lot of water and possibly deteriorate it over time. There are 3d ones that are sold for aquarium use.. for example:
http://www.thatpetplace.com/pet/cat/infoL3/23643/category.web

Blue

the 3d spectacular one is nice, but WAY to pricey. it would be cheaper to make one from foam and use epoxy to seal it. personally peedib, i just use straight black poster board for mine. of course i would like a nice looking background, but iam not willing to pay alot for something that i might get tired of later.

 

[Peedib89]

i was planning on sealing it with epoxy the way you would do to a DIY one. would this stop the water absorbsion?

 

[Blueiz]

Sure.. You could do an online search for ones that are made for aquarium use.. If you look around , you may find one cheaper than buying one and the selant to seal it with..

 

[Fishy_Fun]

You could try a moss wall they look really nice once they have grown in

 

[Rbishop]

With the right epoxy and application, yes they can be made water tight.