Constructing Realistic Artificial Root System for Discus Tanks.

[FischAutoTechGarten]

Hmm, sounds like we need to start a thread about artificial root systems for adding a natural look to bare bottom discus tanks.

Curious,
What would most hobbyist be willing to pay for a sizeable piece that dressed up a 75 gallon tank?

Would anyone consider a small display for a 29 gallon or 30long?

What are a few of the brands of aquatic safe resin that could be used to construct such root systems?


What species of tree/bush should the root system be modeled after?

[Rick_May]

Hey COOL!
I've been thinking about the same thing. I was thinking of using epoxy mixed with sand then pored into so kind of form, I think it can be done using foam to create a mold around a good looking chunk of wood. then you could reuse the form. got the idea from watching myth busters when they make a form of one of their heads.....

[Jean]

;D Great Idea guys!

I am hopefully stopping in a place on a trek north to Foster & Smith that does some of these things for tanks... or so I hear! Will let ya know what I find and hopefully get some pics too.


jean ;D 8)

[FischAutoTechGarten]

Messed around with a little styrofoam last night. Concluded: I dont' want to build them. Too much work.

[Dazoc]

Stumbled onto this tonight. May work for a nice rock setup and stick branches to it for root look.
http://www.aquarium-background.com/


Eli