Backgrounds

[abcha0s]

It doesn't matter. Just let the coraline cover the back glass.

If you must paint it, I vote for black. It does add depth, but equally important - it is the least distracting. Blue is nice and calming, but only because you notice it. Black fades to nothing.

- Brad

[TheMikey]

At the pet store (Petsmart, I think) they had rolls of background that had black on one side and blue on the other. Initially I went with black but later turned it to blue on my 15G and liked it much better. To me it added more depth and gave it more of a reef look... like you were in the water and looking into the abyss of the ocean beyond.

If you're stuck, see if you can find that kind of background. Then try both sides and think about what you like more. If you ever change your mind, it's a quick fix to change anyway.

[daniella3d]

I use this blue seascape and it really give depth to the aquarium...very nice! It's a double-sided background.



http://www.thatpetplace.com/pet/group/6645/product.web

http://www.amazon.com/Seascape-Doubl.../dp/B001XYI0TK

This should also be available at your local pet store.

[dsaundry]

Neither, do a diorama behind the tank. This link shows basic procedure, for freshwater, but can easily be adapted for a SW scene.

I like the idea but I think after a while, unless you really like scraping coraline all the time, this wouldn't be the best. Mirrors aren't bad as depending on what you are growing they will enhance the lighting. I personally have had blue and black, my favorite is black but blue is ok too.