Hey guys,
I have a Fluval Vicenza 180 which has sat brand new in its box for over 2 years now, it's a full kit, and was a Dobbies deal that was far too good to pass up, it worked out at under £300 for the tank and stand and all equipment. And I've purchased nearly everything else needed to complete it, I've washed the cat litter that is to be used as a substrate etc etc.
However, my father is adamant that there is to be new sockets fitted in the room before it is set-up, he is, however, less good at organising to get this done, having been saying he will for 2 years...
Anyway one thing I haven't dealt with yet is the background, I believe that poundland sell a black spray paint which works well for directly spraying on the glass. I'm a bit nervous about doing this though, it seems very permanent. How easy is it to get such a coating back off glass without causing any damage?
My other option is to get a sheet of white hardboard cut and paint this black, this is less permanent, it also allows placement slightly out from the glass which I believe, providing you keep the glass clean, actually adds the appearance of extra depth. This is how my other tank is set up, only using black bags, taped to cardboard. I'd like something slightly more professional looking if possible here.
So any thoughts or advice? Thanks
I have a Fluval Vicenza 180 which has sat brand new in its box for over 2 years now, it's a full kit, and was a Dobbies deal that was far too good to pass up, it worked out at under £300 for the tank and stand and all equipment. And I've purchased nearly everything else needed to complete it, I've washed the cat litter that is to be used as a substrate etc etc.
However, my father is adamant that there is to be new sockets fitted in the room before it is set-up, he is, however, less good at organising to get this done, having been saying he will for 2 years...
Anyway one thing I haven't dealt with yet is the background, I believe that poundland sell a black spray paint which works well for directly spraying on the glass. I'm a bit nervous about doing this though, it seems very permanent. How easy is it to get such a coating back off glass without causing any damage?
My other option is to get a sheet of white hardboard cut and paint this black, this is less permanent, it also allows placement slightly out from the glass which I believe, providing you keep the glass clean, actually adds the appearance of extra depth. This is how my other tank is set up, only using black bags, taped to cardboard. I'd like something slightly more professional looking if possible here.
So any thoughts or advice? Thanks
