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Do they make these?

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  • 05-16-2007, 06:23 PM
    N4S
    Do they make these?
    Do they make these rock looking background things for a 50-55 gallon tank?

    Example:
    http://youtube.com/watch?v=wIdPkEEQ8LY

    I know this tank comes with it already on there but was just owndering if someone could help me out.

    Thnx.
  • 05-16-2007, 06:29 PM
    qiksilver
    Re: Do they make these?
    make it yourself!
    if you use expanding foam, silicone sealant and that coco husk stuff, you can make yourself a great background
  • 05-16-2007, 06:31 PM
    Sevo
    Re: Do they make these?
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by N4S
    Do they make these rock looking background things for a 50-55 gallon tank?

    Example:
    http://youtube.com/watch?v=wIdPkEEQ8LY

    I know this tank comes with it already on there but was just owndering if someone could help me out.

    Thnx.

    I think you may be able to make the rock form with chicken wire then take some of the foam that is used for insulating around pipes( it is liquid in a can at home depot) then spray it on the chicken wire and it will expand.. You can then trim it it a razor blade/sand paper to your desired look once it is dried. Then spray with you favorite color scheme

    never tried it but dont see why it wouldnt work.

    hope this helps
  • 05-16-2007, 06:44 PM
    lord jackel
    Re: Do they make these?
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by N4S
    Do they make these rock looking background things for a 50-55 gallon tank?

    Example:
    http://youtube.com/watch?v=wIdPkEEQ8LY

    I know this tank comes with it already on there but was just owndering if someone could help me out.

    Thnx.

    Yes, they do make them

    http://www.alibaba.com/catalog/11742...ackground.html

    I have also seen more reptile friendly ones at my local reptile show (in Indy)...so if you don't want to build one you will need to look around for them.
  • 05-16-2007, 07:04 PM
    N4S
    Re: Do they make these?
    Thanks guys.

    Just found this too.

    http://cgi.ebay.com/Exo-Terra-Reptil...ayphotohosting

    I looked on Exo Terra's site and they said they are easily customizable. They cut easy with a razor blade.

    This could give some spice to my tank I think.
  • 05-16-2007, 08:17 PM
    N4S
    Re: Do they make these?
    Just purchased 2 of these.

    The 18x24 ones.

    I will need to cut them though to fit.

    http://www.petsmart.com/global/produ...=1179360962429
  • 05-17-2007, 02:24 PM
    nebby3103
    Re: Do they make these?
    Anyone know of a site with directions for a DIY background? I'm having trouble finding something decisive.
  • 05-17-2007, 02:37 PM
    ivylea77
    Re: Do they make these?
    I saw something one time before. I did find this.

    http://www.thecichlidgallery.com/art...background.htm
  • 05-17-2007, 02:38 PM
    ivylea77
    Re: Do they make these?
    Google "styrofoam and silicone sealant"
  • 05-17-2007, 03:26 PM
    daniel1983
    Re: Do they make these?
    They come premade also....

    Check out www.blackjungle.com they have quite a few.
  • 05-17-2007, 03:42 PM
    PythonWallace
    Re: Do they make these?
    Here are some links for making backgrounds. They are meant for dart frogs, but can easily be modified for other animal. The easiest way is probably using Handi Foam expanding spray foam, then adding logs, fake plants, etc., then covering with moss or coconut fiber while still wet.

    http://www.blackjungle.com/gallery2/...g2_itemId=2108
    www.joshsfrogs.com/background.html
    www.brianstropicals.com/building.html
    http://www.amphibiancare.com/frogs/a...terrarium.html
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