3D backgrounds - Thumbs up? Down? Pros and Cons?

[Arcteryx]

I've always liked the look of 3D backgrounds when I see them in the store displays - but didn't know how popular they were, as I don't really see them lying around for sale. The vinyls that go on the back, yup but molded backgrounds, not so much.

What's the general feeling about them? Good, bad, pros and cons?

Is price-point a barrier?

Some makes/brands/types better than others?

Why do you like yours or why would you never put one in?

I know for me it was a reason I like the Fluval Ebi, but then there are those who rip them out right away so it's obviously not as much as draw for them as it is for me.

Just wanted to get the community's thoughts on it....

[neven]

Two reasons you don't see it too much,
The price and they can.float up easily if not siliconed.
Ipu did bring them in on order I believe though

As for diy, the curing and the work involved. I loved doing mine, but mywife thought I was nuts

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[gklaw]

There is a site that sell 3D background at reasonable price. I thing Skrick has a post somewhere (backtonature or something - not sure). The problem I have with with good realistic background is that they could take up 4" - 6" of the aquarium depth.

[crazy72]

Thanks for starting this thread. I've also been wondering about these. The Aquaterra ones sure look great.

One thing I'm wondering, is how easy they are to get in the tank with the centre brace. Anyone knows? Also, is there a store in the lower Mainland where you can see the Aquaterra ones? My understanding is that IPU has a different kind/brand in.

[skrick]

here is a link to the best backgrounds i have seen and ordered he is a great guy to deal with
Products | Designs By Nature – 3D Aquarium Backgrounds

[crazy72]

Just in case:

http://www.bcaquaria.com/forum/fresh...kground-22755/

This looks like a great deal.

[tony1928]

I second Bobby's (Skrick) post. Those are fantastic and prices are reasonable. The main issue for some backgrounds are their depth relative to total tank depth. The deeper the background the better they are able to provide that realistic look. However they will cut into your tank considerably. There's many thinner backgrounds on that site too.

[2wheelsx2]

Unless your tank is 24" wide, I wouldn't consider one. Really cuts in the tank space. They do look great though. But in a 18" wide tank, you might be down to 12" wide in places at the base.

[Diztrbd1]

Unless your tank is 24" wide, I wouldn't consider one. Really cuts in the tank space. They do look great though. But in a 18" wide tank, you might be down to 12" wide in places at the base.

That's how I feel too and why I don't have one yet

[crazy72]

That's how I feel too and why I don't have one yet

Same here.