Foamback reef tank

Discussion in 'I made this!' started by maxalmon, Jan 15, 2009.

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  1. maxalmon

    maxalmon Flamingo Tongue

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    And the finished project
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    maxalmon, Jan 16, 2009
    maxalmon, Jan 16, 2009
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  2. bbsbliss

    bbsbliss Ritteri Anemone

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    I just read the whole thread- that is amazing. Did you come up with this idea, or have you seen it done elsewhere? Either way, it's a great concept. Now where's the coral photography??;)
     
    bbsbliss, Jan 19, 2009
    bbsbliss, Jan 19, 2009
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  3. Daniel072

    Daniel072 Giant Squid

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    doesn't look very natural
     
    Daniel072, Jan 19, 2009
    Daniel072, Jan 19, 2009
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  4. missionsix

    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Maybe you missed this pic?
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    missionsix, Jan 19, 2009
    missionsix, Jan 19, 2009
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  5. Daniel072

    Daniel072 Giant Squid

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    ok I take it back
     
    Daniel072, Jan 19, 2009
    Daniel072, Jan 19, 2009
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  6. bmshehan

    bmshehan Fu Manchu Lion Fish

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    LOL I think it looks awesome!!! This is the first time I've ever heard of a foamback... will have to keep that in mind! Job well done!
     
    bmshehan, Jan 19, 2009
    bmshehan, Jan 19, 2009
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  7. feixjai

    feixjai Fire Worm

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    Wow! That looks amazing.

    BTW, could this process also work for making artificial LR? I may be switching my 40 to an 80 soon and I definitely want to do this instead of spending big on LR.
     
    feixjai, Jan 26, 2009
    feixjai, Jan 26, 2009
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  8. GuitarMan89

    GuitarMan89 Giant Squid

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    When I first heard about this idea, I thought that it wouldn't look natural, or not look natural until the corals grew in, but I was totally wrong. Even without anything in it, the tank looks amazing. I love how you hid the overflow too, that was a really good idea. This is truly an impressive project. Great Job!
     
    GuitarMan89, Jan 26, 2009
    GuitarMan89, Jan 26, 2009
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  9. bmshehan

    bmshehan Fu Manchu Lion Fish

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    I think my favorite part of this concept is the fact that you can hide everything! I HATE POWERHEADS!!!
     
    bmshehan, Jan 26, 2009
    bmshehan, Jan 26, 2009
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  10. jbaker

    jbaker Feather Duster

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    How long is the foam good for in saltwater?
     
    jbaker, Jan 27, 2009
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