How to MAKE a DIY 3D BACKGROUND for your AQUARIUM - Part 1

I have made many custom DIY 3D backgrounds for aquariums. I have never documented the process on my channel, so I decided to make a step-by-step series on how to make your own 3D background for your aquarium.
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[@TazawaTanks]

I’m loving all of the positive comments, I’m happy that most all of you seem to enjoy this build. Part 2 has been filmed and edited, and will be released early on Wednesday. Make sure to like, subscribe, and check back in on Wednesday for the next part. Part 2: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jp-lfmiAoqaWacU

[@karsai7173]

hello what foam did you use for it? normal building foam or fountain foam.? and what type of cement?

[@jujucattys156]

did same my snake viv

[@Rews-fishshed]

This process looks a whole lot easier then others I’ve seen awesome

[@wild_at_heart]

A friend called today and said he has 3 tanks and all the equipment all sitting in the basement and wants to give it all to me. I will have three backgrounds to build ! Thank you for the great video!

[@brandonsaquariumsandterrar8985]

Its very satisfying to watch you put in the foam

[@160sura]

Looks great. Can’t wait to see part 2!

[@joanvirgil6299]

Loving this video. Going shopping for parts later to day. Looking forward for part II.

[@bretunderhill]

Can't wait for the next episode!

[@barbarawiddowson635]

We're with you every step of the way on this Zenzo! looking GOOD.

[@deansfishroom]

Like, Subscribe, and hit that Bell guys!!! I knew this was coming soon and can't wait to see the rest! Looks like a hardware store trip is now on the schedule this week. . .

[@andrewspeedyatkinson]

Cool can’t wait to see the next one keep up the grate work

[@aub_k2819]

Great video. Appreciate all the detail. Looking forward to part 2 👌

[@bailywhiting5207]

Wanted one for ages didn’t know how to make one, thank you so much

[@3o5richierich]

Very informative. Can’t wait wait for the next video, I’m already making my shopping list and drawing up a design.

[@kerrypitt9789]

This is shaping up to be a great DIY video! My kind of instructional video. Thank you and looking forward to part 2 !

[@RescueDogTreats]

Loving this series!!!!

[@mysweetdave]

Yay! Coffee and Zenzo! Spray foam is so fun.😂

[@martinrousseau6536]

That is so great !!! Thanks for doing that and can't wait for the Part 2 ! You are a great KZbinr :)

[@bipolaraquatics]

Awesome love this build

[@SwissFrogGuy]

Thanks for the awesome explanations!

[@passenger3]

Best step by step on utube, thanks my man 👌

[@litoloco4fish]

Great stuff!!! Appreciate all the effort..

[@GR-ry6bs]

i been thinking of doing a back ground for a while cant wait for next video 👍

[@aquagirltalks479]

Great video Zenzo

[@DebTim]

Hey Zenzo... It's great to be here!! I always love your enthusiasm!! I like this DIY. Some I find have too think a profile and you lose too much tank space. Have a super weekend!!

[@davefriesen6215]

Awesome, totally going to follow this for a paladarium.

[@becksoftable]

Pretty cool man, the buttermilk background is taking shape lol

[@philipherbert9298]

Thanks for this Video,you have given me the confidence to make one for myself,I hope part 2 and 3 are uploaded from you soon. Goodman . Thanks again . From UK Phil

[@kelcritcarroll]

Beautiful tanks!

[@mtsanonymous]

Good method, haven't seen anyone do it this way, looks very doable, think I may also try this, thanks. Looking forward to next part...

[@TheOriginalBrian]

Interesting...thanks for sharing.

[@DocRome]

Amazing!

[@SimplyBetta]

Leaving creepy lurker mode to say this is gonna be cool! I'm prepping for my next fantasy planted tank which will include a custom background, seeing you use the great stuff foam gives me some good ideas! Maybe I should try it. I was going to cut up sheet insulation and silicone it in layers to build up my volume but that seems like it might be a lot more work. Hmm. So after the spray foam cures, can you do more layers of spray foam? Does it adhere to itself after it cures?

[@TazawaTanks]

Yes! I think you’d come up with some very creative ideas! As far as layering, I haven’t tried it. I think it may work if you carve off the top, shiny layer once it cures, and try adding the foam to the exposed surface which would be more porous. Otherwise, just spray out a larger volume and carve it back to the desired depth.

[@jerrymartin4047]

Love this. If you could give us that want to do a 125 diy background of what we should do to cut and reassemble. That wold be great. I can’t wait to try it. Going to wait until you are done so I can watch them over and over

[@jc49fishniner4lif7]

Awesome thank you very much 👍

[@Roland2307]

Had to stop and comment before I even watched the video. I am very excited about this video.

[@dlester8641]

nice video cant wait like everyone said im making a shopping list also for a 20 long and high 2 tanks 1 at a time Merry Christmas, also to all !

[@lynnbonica4342]

I can't wait to see part 2. This looks like something I may be able to do. I'm not a talented sort of gal. I know quite a bit about the different items...I used to sell all of them but never had the chance to use any of them. 😏

[@joshgibbons9837]

great video , i use the great stuff for my dart frog backgrounds,interested on the concrete part

[@bk2pla]

Fascinating process! Are we looking at the front or the back? Can’t wait until part 2 to find out!

[@TazawaTanks]

Front. Thanks Barbara!

[@nanok3763]

Niners fan...awesome!

[@kparran79]

u gonna get me in trouble hunting around in my hubby shed for the supplies to make this!

[@TazawaTanks]

LOL!!!!

[@JosephsTropicalTanks]

Can this work for saltwater? I wold like to do this as well

[@raymondmelly6576]

hi is ok to use any type of expanding fome i would love to know as i want to make some rocks

[@konradmtb]

What did you cover the foam with? The expanding foam is not waterproof.

[@petesbeats483]

Can you use GE foam for this?

[@Sylvania-Frenchies]

Is this reef safe and if so how long would it take to cure?

[@momshiemylan3659]

Can i use any kind polyuretaine foam

[@malakinbutobastos5644]

I back bradda

[@TazawaTanks]

🤙🏾

[@markreich5163]

I heard that great stuff pond and stone is aquarium safe have you ever tried it?

[@TazawaTanks]

Yep, I’ve used it in other tanks. I made a ledge/shelf in one of my other brackish tanks using it.

[@TazawaTanks]

Here is a video that shows it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmGwhKVobdlmb8k

[@ricodegallo3060]

👍

[@madfishdiva]

I’m curious. Do you do this in a closed space and does for foam have a strong odor?

[@James_Hande]

No strong odor, used it for years in my construction trade.

[@TazawaTanks]

No odor or fumes as James Hande mentioned. Very easy to use indoors.

[@melissab5612]

I'm going to make one or two... okay maybe three or four😁☺️Im thinking if it's fish safe it's probably safe for my reptile enclosures as well ?

[@TazawaTanks]

Yes, this would also be safe for reptiles and amphibians once the foam is fully dry.

[@juanitos0067]

Hi, I have a question, I want to do a background to my already stablished aquarium , my question is how do I safely install it so that my fish are not harmed, I keep hearing the ph of the water will jack up, is it safe to install it after the project is complete? Or do I remove the fish and install the 3D background? And if so, for how long should I keep the fish out of the aquarium ?

[@TazawaTanks]

It is hard to install in an existing aquarium. If you want to add to an existing aquarium, you would probably need to buy the ones that are already made.

[@juanitos0067]

Tazawa Tanks thanks for your response

[@Roland2307]

Very cool. Just wondering, concrete, spray foam, I would have thought these things would be toxic to fish? I guess they aren’t due to the fact you’ve done this successfully before. I can’t wait for the next installment.

[@TazawaTanks]

Once fully cured, they are fine. Concrete takes awhile to fully cure.

[@Calax]

Could this be used to fill gaps in your aquascaping?

[@TazawaTanks]

Yes.

[@alenkak7753]

Can you please provide a link for 2. part?

[@TazawaTanks]

Check the pinned comment. I updated it with the link.

[@christinabradley3748]

Could you hide a heater behind this? I mean is the heat close to this material bad?

[@TazawaTanks]

You can, but you would want to make sure that you have an air stone or something behind it to help circulate water. Otherwise the main part of the tank may not heat up enough.

[@andrear7945]

Where's the second video? I'm having trouble locating it and I really want to see the finished product!

[@TazawaTanks]

Here is the second video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jp-lfmiAoqaWacU

[@TazawaTanks]

Third: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZq4kqmhrrSIrbs

[@TazawaTanks]

And last one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqfdq52abauLrLc

[@thedamnedatheist]

A couple of shelves & a waterfall?

[@jamiestamand4840]

This would monotonize some boredom in my house other than breaking out the hose to change water.

[@tired3726]

As far as I know if the foam isn't black then it is not safe for fish. I could be wrong but I do know Great Stuff makes pond and stone that is fish safe and is black in color

[@TazawaTanks]

The tan foam is also safe. I use both kinds.

[@tired3726]

@@TazawaTanks ok cool good to know because the pond and stone foam is hard to find where I live at times

[@TazawaTanks]

@@tired3726 Same for me. I order the pond variant online, since the stores only carry the regular types.

[@4ford6first0]

Anyone else get a hankering for whipped cream?

[@damstr8gaming]

Uhg

[@ibrahimfazeel3951]

Too much talking

[@vnonkwinn8102]

He said it was Easy, Not true' It is very time-consuming tedious, and monotonous. And not so authentic.