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Old 01-02-2008, 04:40 PM
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Tank is empty. Overflowes are hang on style so I need something to cover the entire back. 7 foot by 30
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Old 01-02-2008, 04:52 PM
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I bought my tank through Golds, maybe send Albert a message and their tank builder could cut you the plastic that he uses to your required size
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Old 01-02-2008, 05:01 PM
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You could use some of the corrugated plastic that signs are made of. Probably available at Home Depot or any sign shop.
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Old 01-02-2008, 05:03 PM
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Would that not break down over time?
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Why not just a black or blue piece of acrylic?
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You could use eggcrate. Then string chaeto through it. When the chaeto fills out, it will look like a hedge.
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Old 01-02-2008, 11:53 PM
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What the builder did on mine was simply silicone 1/8" black acrylic sheet around the overflows.

Ever think of making a background?
http://216.187.96.54/vbulletin/showt...ght=background
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Old 01-03-2008, 01:22 AM
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You could use eggcrate. Then string chaeto through it. When the chaeto fills out, it will look like a hedge.

Probably would not grow as well as I would want...it is freshwater
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