please correct me! (painting)

[vasylr]

Want to paint back of the tank.
I do not know if i should paint black or dark blue and what paint to use?? and also do i paint outside or inside (i think outside)

[Phyxius]

Its a matter of choice on the color. Black makes the colors pop more in my opinion

You paint the outside of the tank

It seems to be more popular to use Krylon fusion in the spray lately to paint the glass. I personally use the Rustoleum in the can and a small disposable foam roller and brush it on. I have tried both methods and the roll on covers better and doesnt chip/scrape off anywhere as easy as the spray over time.
Either method just make sure to clean the glass good and tape off everything you dont want to get paint on. use a couple thin coats for better adhesion than one thick one

[ziplight4u]

Yes, you definitely want to paint the outside of the tank. If you search the internet for "Blue Life Water Colors Aquarium Background" you will find a backing that you can stick to the back of the aquarium. It's a good alternative to painting, IMO.

[vasylr]

thank you guys
i have FW tank and i have that stick on back with some picture and i like it but with overtime i have to redo it from time to time. i do have rustoleum in can and little roller so that will be the way

[Patriot54]

I plan on painting the back of my tank too, just with spray paint. What should I use to clean the back off?

[Patriot54]

bump

[Phyxius]

I just cleaned the back real well with glass cleaner on the smaller ones. On my 210g I had a few oily spots from the store or shipping so I cleaned the back with some alcohol and then glass cleaner.

On a acrylic tank I`m not sure what the best thing would be to clean it with as I have never painted one of them only glass......

[impur]

I used window tint. Worked great, no mess and easy to change in the future.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v292/impur/Tank%20pics/75gal/P1010009.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v292/impur/Tank%20pics/75gal/P1010011.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v292/impur/Tank%20pics/75gal/P1010012.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v292/impur/Tank%20pics/75gal/P1010013.jpg

[porterdog]

I like the window tint idea a lot. Nice job..

[sandiegan]

Looks really nice. How much does that stuff run?

[vasylr]

WOW tint!!!! never thought of it. i have a half a roll left over from my car, maybe i use that instead of paint.

[jewcy240]

useing tint is an great idea

[impur]

Thanks, i really like how it turned out. Was only like 5 bucks at walmart. And its simple to remove, thats the best part.

[TomNeely]

I use a black garbage bag...

dont paint. http://www.liquid-medium.com/1_2/backgrounds.htm