faux rock backgrounds

[fshfrk]

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pic's of faux rock. right corner. need left and middle. this stuff will WORK. thanks to 76dragon. thanks Charles. 2 cool dudes!

http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm210/johncrowder/DSCN0222red.jpg

http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm210/johncrowder/DSCN0219red.jpg

http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm210/johncrowder/DSCN0220red.jpg

http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm210/johncrowder/DSCN0221red.jpg

http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm210/johncrowder/DSCN0222red.jpg

[fishlady]

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John, what is that stuff made out of?....are you sure it will be safe for fish?
it does look very nice...but i'm concerned that it looks like fiberglass....and that over time that little pieces would be eaten by the fish and make them sick or kill them all together?

[fshfrk]

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it's concrete with a woven fiberglass mesh inside. people have been making fiberglass back grounds and tanks for years. with no harm to the fish. but this will be tested to make sure it will not harm fish. will also test ph.

[CichlidFan]

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Cool Deal.....I have access to materials which can be used to color the material if you would like to customize your wall.

CF

[Lifeguard6t9]

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I see fshfrk applying for a patent.

[76dragon]

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I am glad you guys like it. Now, let see if it will work for our specific application

Thanks charles for bringing it back to the shop

I had a great time at the auction

[fshfrk]

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cf-going to need that stain. black & brown.maybe sealer too? no patent but i do think i will have to make a road trip to Baton Rogue.

[CichlidFan]

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Are you sure about the sealers, ours are lacquer based, and might not be safe to use in aquariums?

the stains are cemititious and we have used them in fountains and ponds, so we are good to go there.

I don't believe a sealer would be required since the end product will be under water and already have the "wet look"...

CF

[fshfrk]

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stain only no sealer sounds good.

[fishlady]

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this will be something i just have to see.....
keep a log of pics John so we can see this in the making.......

[fshfrk]

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FL-will do!

[myjohnson]

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John,

any update pictures?

[fshfrk]

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no i've called Todd at faux rock 4 times last week. he was not in front of a computer so i can get his imput on the flatest rock for the middle. i know on the other end i will get the same as the other side and just flip it over. i'll get it done this coming up week. mail him a check and get with 76 when he's coming back to houston. :)  do ya'll know what i need to do to get this portland based cement back groud ready to put in a tank. soak in water and ph test till it's normal? should i paint after i've soaked it?

[supadave]

What's up John? You got any updates (or pics) of the faux background?

[fshfrk]

I need to order 2 more pc if I have the info here I will do it now. how you doing Dave?