Aquarium 3D BACKGROUND review and DIY tips

[DavidJamesWilliamsUK]

After seeing this review I bought one of these backgrounds. Just posted video response so others can see how it looks. Thanks again for your help,

[bolly12345]

@DavidJamesWilliamsUK Hi David, thank you for the video response

[DavidJamesWilliamsUK]

@bolly12345 after some advice please. Installed this background & it looked stunning. However after a few weeks I have noticed areas of paint have been removed by the fish :( I'm assuming it's either a small plec, some yo yo loaches or red tailed sharks. Any ideas ?

Disappointed as I specifically asked at the time of purchase if fish could damage paint, which I was told categorically no.

[bolly12345]

@DavidJamesWilliamsUK Hi David, I've had 3 different styles from Aqua-maniac and I've not come across this issue. Have you contacted them?

[DavidJamesWilliamsUK]

@bolly12345 yes have fired off email, so will wait for response. Have given plec back to fish shop, hoping its only him that caused damage and not the loaches. Good to know you have been okay. Fingers crossed as I bought the new tank purely to house this background. Thanks for response. Dave.

[SuperNova2747]

nice. Im from london and would love to order but i will need to cut x2 holes for pump return folow into the tank aswell as cut slits in the top left hand corner so water can sump through into my filtration system, i own a little river reef rr94 liter tank,. no one seem to be able to tell me how easy or diffycult it is to cut into the 3d backround,,, does it need re sealing where cut to maybe avoid toxin seaping into the tank, is it safe and i dont need to worry... need more info.. please advise

[bolly12345]

@SuperNova2747 The background is solid resin, cuts easily and no need to re-seal

[ouchh100]

omg that looks amazing!! i live in manchester and im interested in buying a background my tank is 80cm wide and 65 high is it possible to make me one? and how much would that be and how long does it take to make?

[bolly12345]

@ouchh100 Hi mate, look in the description and you'll see where I bought it from.

[Cybersix1980]

how do you clean it if it get algea on it ???

[CoreysFishTanks]

What type of substrate is in the with the brichardi, Tank Looks amazing

[bolly12345]

@CoreysFishTanks It's like a black volcanic rock.

[soyelcapy]

it looks great

[JamieT96]

I'm going to buy one to make my tank look more full.

[Chris07860]

Do they ship to the U.S?

[bolly12345]

@Chris07860 Hi Chris, I think are starting to ship over seas :)

[Chris07860]

@bolly12345 Nice I hope they do, those 3d backgrounds are really nice

[bolly12345]

@Chris07860 They sure are buddy

[TheAmericanEagle22]

@bolly12345 but the tank at the left, down, is the fry tank of the mbuna?

[bolly12345]

Has anyone noticed the video honours for this video?

Best one is Most discussed - pets & animals - Today - #71 - GLOBAL.

WOW

[AlexSlams]

Like it! Is the background in your 240 their 3D Rock background?

[bolly12345]

@AlexSlams Yep, sure is.

[AlexSlams]

@bolly12345 - Decision made... definitely want one for mine! Do you remember what dimensions you ordered by any chance?

[bolly12345]

@AlexSlams Is your tank rio 240 aswell?

[AlexSlams]

@bolly12345 - yep, removed the shit internal filter and using a Fluval 405 so have the whole of the back clear for a background!

[bolly12345]

@AlexSlams I chose the one closet to this size. Aquarium size (LxDxH): 121 x 41 x 55 cm.

The plastic brace will have to be removed. It holds no structural benefit to the aquarium, the top rim of plastic is what supports the glass. The brace clips in then stuck with glue. It takes patience to remove so be careful and take your time lol

Look in the description there's a link to get an instant quote - you could try that 1st?

[AlexSlams]

@bolly12345 I did last night but was concerned that the dimensions on Juwel's site were external rather than internal but I suppose it's better to get more and cut it down. Quote is good, just over £100. Bargain and much more reasonable than the back to nature one!

[bolly12345]

@AlexSlams Nice one, cutting these is no bother. You should see the prices of the Penga Backgrounds :|

So have you put an order in?

[AlexSlams]

@bolly12345 ha ha, not as yet - it's gonna have to wait until we re-decorate the living room, that's the next time I will be able to re-locate the fish to another space temporarily. At least I now have a reason to re-decorate!

[bolly12345]

@AlexSlams I find reasons not to decorate ha ha

[kathateria1]

I want to see more of you......;)

The background is nice,i bet they dont do them for trigons

[bolly12345]

@kathateria1 Lol Kath :) measure the 2 back pieces of glass and they will cut it for you. join with coloured silicone?

[newyorksteelo]

That would make one cool background :)

[bolly12345]

@newyorksteelo It certainly does mate :)

[mattdudman]

what tank is that?

[bolly12345]

@mattdudman It's a Juwel tank with odd dimensions. Tbh I'm not sure the name of this specific tank. Sorry.

[TheAmericanEagle22]

it's more natural now ;) ;) but are they a certified couple?

[bolly12345]

@TheAmericanEagle22 Lol yes they're a pair. They had their eggs stuck to a few ricks about a month ago now. If you watch my Birchardi vid with eggs you will see buddy :)

[TheAmericanEagle22]

@bolly12345 for me the aquarium is a rio 125 why you don't buy an external filter? for example a tetratec or an eheim ;)

[bolly12345]

@TheAmericanEagle22 The cabinet only has 1 door were as the rio 125 has 2. My tank measurements match the new style Lido 120. I have a spare AquaOne 600 but it needs new pipes and fittings.

[MrAqua013]

Looks awesome! Great job man!

[bolly12345]

@MrAqua013 They're very high quality :)

[OnlineFishTank]

Background looks incredible, I haven't really ever considered getting one. Will look into it.

[bolly12345]

@OnlineFishTank Definitely do that, the link is in the description.

[zakartaz]

really nice, I want to buy one

[bolly12345]

@zakartaz I not 100% but I'm they could post them to where you are but I think shipment would equal the cost of the product?

[zakartaz]

@bolly12345 prob... I also have tons of fam in london so I could have it shipped there.

[bolly12345]

@zakartaz Thats a good idea!

[MrFishDoctor]

my favorite of your backgrounds so far

[bolly12345]

@MrFishDoctor Why thank you Dr

[MrFishDoctor]

@bolly12345 I went to the website and found there 3/D rocks absolutely stunning. I still very much like the background though. ;-)

[bolly12345]

@MrFishDoctor Did you have a look at the 3D rocks?

[MrFishDoctor]

@bolly12345 Yes, I liked them a lot but they do make it hard to view fish inside. Do they ship to the US?

[bolly12345]

@MrFishDoctor I'm 100% sure I'm guessing the shipping cost will cost almost the same as the product. They need a US distributor.

[MrFishDoctor]

@bolly12345 That's what i thought. Its a shame though, they look amazing and reasonably priced.

[bolly12345]

@MrFishDoctor Yes the pri es are very reasonable. Compared to some background companies :)

[Beo426]

Looks awesome

[bolly12345]

@Beo426 They never let me down :)

[tyetree]

they look so real great work :) Any clues if they ship to spain?

[bolly12345]

@tyetree On there website there's an email address for them :) I think they might be able to.

[raiden1019]

nice back ground

[bolly12345]

@raiden1019 Great isn't it :)