DIY Aquarium Background
Malaysian Driftwood
This hang-on-back style filter fits like a glove. The water intake is positioned in the hardware compartment in the corner and the filter return cascades over the edge of the ledge below.

When viewing the aquarium from the front, the filter is almost completely hidden from view.
A large tree-shaped piece of malaysian driftwood makes for the perfect centerpiece for our background. The dense wood sinks on its own so no need for an anchor.
A variety of artificial plants have been added since this background will soon be disassembled and on its way to a local fish club fund raising auction in Kansas City.

Likely, the new owner will opt for live plants for their beauty and biological benefits.
Between the substrate at the bottom of the tank and the numerous terraces, this background provides ample space for aquatic plants. Both hardware compartments in each corner behind the background are accessible and safe for fish to navigate.
Click the play button to the left for a short video of this background.
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This 30 gallon DIY aquarium background seemed to be the perfect opportunity to showcase the tree-like piece of Malaysian driftwood. The plant terraces on either side climb to the top of the tank providing opportunity for a variety of artificial plants.