would this be ok?

by **flip** on Thu Jan 14, 2010 2:02 pm

so the new year hasnt been as kind as i had hoped money wise, so im trying to go this a bit cheaper than planned. i read about this on a snail forum and thought it might be a good idea! could i use a coffee cup as a cave? i thought i could use some silicone and aquarium rock that i have already to make it look a bit more natural. but do you think it would be safe for the fish? i read that if it is for us to use with our food then it has to be safe for the fish but just wanted to get some opinions before i do anything!

by **Vandraco aka Bronzecat** on Thu Jan 14, 2010 2:04 pm

Hi
Cant see any reason why not Very Happy

Using the cup as a framework seems like a good idea thumbup

by **Netty** on Thu Jan 14, 2010 2:06 pm

If you want it to look a little more natural you can silicone and cover with gravel so it looks less like a cup. Just make sure it's all completely dry before you put it in the tank [You must be registered and logged in to see this image.]

by **flip** on Thu Jan 14, 2010 2:08 pm

oh good! i have more coffee cups than i need so i thought this way i could do it for free!(the best way to do things:P) thanks van!!

netty thats what i think ill do! it wont look so out of place if it has the rocks on it i hope!

by **Netty** on Thu Jan 14, 2010 2:11 pm

There are lots of things you could use instead of gravel. You could take apart some silk plants and cover a cup with those too to camouflage it Very Happy

by **flip** on Thu Jan 14, 2010 2:19 pm

i never thought of that, that is a good idea! we should have a diy section, you guys have some awesome diy ideas!!

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