background

I've thought about buying a 3D background and/or modules, but I'd really like to see them up close. As I understand it, the only place to get back to nature modules is in Europe or one place in the midwest/south US. And, as expensive as some of them are, BTN backgrounds are even more...

Here's my DIY BG that I just completed a month ago. I've included instructions/materials further down this thread in case someone wanted to try it. I decided to stay away from the concrete because I didn't want to deal with an elevated pH. I also didn't want to sacrifice much tank space. The BG...

I have decided that my new 150 should have a black background. In the past I have painted the backs. I am thinking about putting on the black contact type paper backgrounds that you use soapy water to install. Any suggestions? I think the black will make for better pictures than some fake...