cork bark background

[unfamous]

do u guys have anything against using cork bark that would normally be used in terrariums, as a background for the aquarium?...it doesnt matter to me if it tints the water or lowers the ph because the tank is gonna be south american themed

 

[maxwell1295]

I've had this link in my favorites for a while now:
http://www.corkstore.com/compass/se...ionid=web.login&action=login&functionid=login

I think you need to look under "Wall & Ceiling Coverings". Take a look at the insulation wall tiles. That may be what you're looking for...

 

[unfamous]

thanx for the link but actually i looking at actuall tree bark that is used for terrariums...i seen it labled as cork bark....

 

[Daryth Darkmoon]

that sounds really interesting. I didn't turn anything up with google, but I'd love to see pics if you do it.

 

[GlitcH]

oh yeah.........I never thought of using that when I was putting together my tank.

I did however make a lizard terrarium a few years back and I used alot of that stuff.

It would definately make a cool background.

I wish I could give ya some info on what it might do to the water though.

I'll have a look around...

EDIT:
Tom Barr says its ok..........so it must be.
WOw...............I should have done this.......it looks amazing.
http://plantgeek.net/article_viewer.php?id=13

 

[maxwell1295]

That's where I found out about the Cork Store website...pretty cool stuff.

 

[tbonem91]

wow - thats awesome think im gonna have to do that on my "next" tank

 

[GlitcH]

wow - thats awesome think im gonna have to do that on my "next" tank

Funny how there is ALWAYS a "next" tank huh.

 

[tbonem91]

wow - thats awesome think im gonna have to do that on my "next" tank

Funny how there is ALWAYS a "next" tank huh.

lol Ive already got plans for 2 more tanks and a new plan for my 20 once I upgrade it... just dont have the floor space nor spare cash to put my plans in motion... but when I do upgrade my planted tank, cork will definitly be used - maybe not on the entire background, but most of it.