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Scape the nature

www.backtonature.se

Catalogue 2016

„That‘s how you create natural and low-maintenance aquarium habitats!“

© Lee Nuttall

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Quality down to the most minute detail

Aquarium-compatible materials

The materials in Back to Nature backgrounds consist among other things of a polyurethane mixture that has been tested for many years. The backg-rounds do not give off any chemical substances that could be any way harm-ful to fish, plants or other living organisms, neither do they influence the chemical composition of the water. Back to Nature backgrounds can the-refore be used in all types of aquarium, both freshwater and saltwater.

Hardened, durable surface

Due to our special manufacturing process, the surfaces of Back to Na-ture backgrounds are extremely robust. You need to have no qualms about using quite vigorous cleaning methods, and the risk of damage to the back-ground from algae-eating catfish is minimal. Beneath the hardened sur-face the material is more porous in order to preserve the shape well.

Unique colouring

Back to Nature backgrounds are coloured by a unique process by which the colour can never flake off. The colour is fused with the background materi-al in a chemical reaction, which is why the surface layer remains intact, even after years of use and cleaning. And even better – the colours retain their brilliance. The hardened surface and unique colouring process mean that the backgrounds tolerate standard dosages of common aquarium fish medi-cations (e.g. those containing methylene blue and/or malachite green).

Ageing with dignity

Back to Nature has been on the market since 1994 – but Sune and Charlie had alrea-dy carried out experiments and tests for many years beforehand in order to present the perfect aquarium background. The test phase had already been completed by the time of the presentation in 1994, by which time all the weak points had been identified and rectified. What was presented to the market was a perfected product.

Back to Nature are the inventors of the aquarium background. That is why we take the liberty of calling ourselves “Back to Nature − The Original”. Back to Nature is the world‘s leading manufacturer of aquarium backg-rounds. They are all designed and manufactured in our factory in Sweden.

All Back to Nature backgrounds are made by hand and based origi-nals taken from nature – an extremely complex process, whose secret we have kept to ourselves for years. The result is extremely naturalistic backgrounds with varying colours – no two products are exactly alike. In doing so we have continued an existing trend. Back to Nature backg-rounds are not only impressive in their appearance. Our products also encourage the creation of unique, individual aquarium designs. All pro-ducts can be easily cut and altered – and backgrounds or modules combined with each other. This al-lows you to shape a landscape exactly according to your individual preferences and requirements.

Are Back to Nature backgrounds only suitable for aquariums? Our backgrounds are not harmful to any plants or animals whatsoever – and are just as suitable for fountains, terrariums and vivariums etc.

Release your creativity!

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?Questions to Back to Nature

What is a Back to Nature background?

Back to Nature backgrounds are deceptively realistic three-dimensional landscapes that can be used in aquariums and terrariums. They can partially or completely cover the rear glass wall and transform the aquarium into an exciting, lifelike environment in which the animals can thrive. Back to Nature backgrounds (BTNs) not only look good, they also have practical uses: Most animals feel more secure and can orientate themselves better. In fact, some species do not even display their natural behaviour in „empty“ aquariums. Another clear advantage is that all the technical equipment can be installed out of site behind the Back to Nature. The ideal solution is to install a lar-

ge biological filter behind the Back to Nature that is effective for several years without having to be cleaned.

Doesn‘t the 3D-background take up too much space in the aquarium?

On average, a 3D-background takes up a depth of 5–15 cm in the aquarium. For that reason we always re-commend an aquarium with a minimum depth of 40 cm. The deeper the aquarium, the more attractive the 3D-effect. The 200 cm-long XL Amazonas background should only be used in aquariums with a minimum depth of 70–80 cm. The Malawi background is very flat and requires only a minimum depth. On the other hand, real stones and roots also take up a lot of space in the aquarium. However, a 3D-background displaces considerably less water than stones for example. Use the area behind the background as a large biofilter.

Does the water behind the background have to circulate?

Yes, the water has to circulate behind the background to prevent any sources of decom-position forming. Use the free space behind the background for the filter and/or in-stall other visually intrusive components such as flow pumps, heaters, pipes etc.

How long does a background last?

The oldest backgrounds have been under water for 25 years and are still in perfect condi-tion. The unique manufacturing process makes Back to Nature products extremely robust and colourfast. For this reason our aquarium products come with a 10-year guarantee.

My aquarium is taller than the background – what can I do?

If the aquarium is taller than the background, filter foam or a rigid foam board can be built in un-derneath the background up to a maximum height of 10 cm. These can then be covered with subst-rate and will no longer be visible. The 3D-backgrounds must be fixed in the middle to a glass strip or rigid foam board on to the glass bottom of the aquarium. The rest of the area should be with filter foam bonded to the bottom and rear wall of the aquarium. Excess foam is cut away along the length of the background. Finally, cover the foam with silicone aquarium sealant and then cover over with aquarium gravel or coarse sand. Make sure you are wearing disposable gloves when you do this.

How do you keep a BTN clean?

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Put algae-eating fish and snails in the aquarium. The animals graze on the surfaces and keep them clean the natural way. However, if the background does become soiled or covered with algae, simply brush it off with a washing-up brush. The backgrounds are rugged and will not be damaged by it.

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AmazonasAquarium background for Amazonian aquariumsThe Amazon in the north of South America is the habitat of numerous aquarium fish, from cichlids to glutto-nous catfish down to the tiny tetras that live in shoals. There are many different biotopes in the Amazon and often driftwood or tree roots form an essential part of the natural environment of these fish.

Article No. EAN Description MSRP [€]03000000 7350034903024 Background Amazonas L: 200 x H: 60 cm 949,0003000001 7350034903048 Background Amazonas L: 160 x H: 60 cm 598,0003000002 7350034903062 Background Amazonas L: 150 x H: 50 cm 469,0003000003 7350034903086 Background Amazonas L: 130 x H: 50 cm 379,0003000004 7350034903109 Background Amazonas L: 120 x H: 50 cm 349,0003000005 7350034903123 Background Amazonas L: 100 x H: 50 cm 289,0003000006 7350034903147 Background Amazonas L: 80 x H: 40 cm 189,00

Amazonas 200 cm

Amazonas 80-160 cm

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Mini The background for small aquariumsThe Mini backgrounds are specially designed for small standard aquariums from 60 x 30cm to 60 x 40cm on plan and 30–35 cm high. They are ideal for specialist and nano aquariums. Available as Amazon root or rock effect.

Mini-Amazonas 60 cm Mini-Rocky 60 cm

Article No. EAN Description MSRP [€]03000007 7350034903161 Background Amazonas L: 60 x H: 30 cm 99,5003000016 7350034903307 Background Mini-Rocky L: 60 x H: 30 cm 99,50

It was 17 years ago that I installed my first Back to Nature background for a customer. With Back to Nature 3D-backgrounds it is possible to highly naturalistic biotope aquariums. The handmade backgrounds are manufactured with natural materials and are extremely durable and colourfast – in other words an original. Back to Nature backgrounds are characterised by their very detailed and natural forms with recesses, projections and reef structures. These textures are particularly impressive under LED lighting. Technical components are simply mounted behind the background and are no longer visible. Visually intrusive kit such as pumps, heaters and sump outlets are easily concealed disappear behind the background. Oliver Knott

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RockyRock background for aquariums and terrariumsRocky is a very attractive rock background that is slightly flatter than the Tanganyika and Malawi range and therefore fits well in smaller aquariums.

Article No. EAN Description MSRP [€]03000010 7350034903185 Background Rocky L: 160 x H: 60 cm 539,0003000011 7350034903208 Background Rocky L: 150 x H: 50 cm 429,0003000012 7350034903222 Background Rocky L: 130 x H: 50 cm 359,0003000013 7350034903246 Background Rocky L: 120 x H: 50 cm 329,0003000014 7350034903260 Background Rocky L: 100 x H: 50 cm 269,0003000015 7350034903284 Background Rocky L: 80 x H: 40 cm 169,00

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Rocky RiverRock background for aquariums and terrariumsSome popular tropical aquarium fish originate from rocky submarine landscapes. The new River rock landsca-pe offers cichlids, catfish, tetras and other aquarium fish a naturally structured habitat. Combined with a few stones, pieces of wood and water plants it is possible to design attractive underwater worlds. Due to its natural structure, the appealing 3D landscape produces attractive light and shadow effect.

Article No. EAN Description MSRP [€]03000122 4250300216489 Background River L: 160 x H: 60 cm 539,0003000123 4250300216496 Background River L: 150 x H: 50 cm 429,0003000124 4250300216502 Background River L: 130 x H: 50 cm 359,0003000125 4250300216519 Background River L: 120 x H: 50 cm 339,0003000126 4250300216526 Background River L: 100 x H: 50 cm 269,0003000127 4250300216533 Background River L: 80 x H: 40 cm 169,00

In my business „Fish and More“ we have been using Back to Nature backgrounds for about 10 years. Time and again on many, particularly large projects we and our customers have been impressed by the very good manufacturing quality of the products. The backgrounds have no detrimental effects on water quality and remain colourfast and dimensionally stable for many years. The backgrounds are resistant even to tenacious loricarids. I can still remember when with other materials, we often used to have the problem of the colour and coating peeling away, or being gnawed off by the aquarium inhabitants. Here we award the Back to Nature 3D and Slimline backgrounds top marks. Smaller aquariums and some tinkering

are easily implemented with the easily worked Slimline modules, even for beginners.

I am very pleased that there is now a reef background which opens up the possibility of fascinating saltwater design options. A wide range of corals can be stuck directly on to the background so that the whole background can be transformed into a living reef.

Keep it up!

Markus Gerhardus Fish and More

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Tanganyika3D aquarium and terrarium backgroundsLake Tanganyika is the habitat of the Tanganyika cichlids, which have become very popular in recent years due to their graceful form and interesting behaviour. The natural environment of these fish are normally enormous rocks. Although the appearance of this background is modelled on Lake Tanganyika it can, of cour-se, be used in other aquarium landscapes.

Article No. EAN Description MSRP [€]03000045 4250300216663 Background Tanganyika white L: 200 x H: 60 cm 679,0003000046 4250300216670 Background Tanganyika white L: 150 x H: 50 cm 429,0003000042 7350034903642 Background Tanganyika L: 200 x H: 60 cm 679,0003000043 7350034903666 Background Tanganyika L: 150 x H: 50 cm 429,00

Low maintenance?There is almost nothing nicer than an aquarium that is growing and thriving. Such an aquarium is constantly changing and is fun to work on.

However, it requires constant and comprehensive care such as light, fertilizer and cleaning. But with a Back to Nature background in your aquarium you are always one step ahead: A large biological filter can be set up behind the background which will remain effective for years without needing cleaning.

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Malawi3D aquarium and terrarium backgroundsLake Malawi is the habitat of the beautiful and particularly colourful Lake Malawi cichlids, which are very popular aquarium fish. The natural environment of these fish are normally large rugged rocks. Although the appearance of this background is modelled on Lake Malawi it can, of course, be used in other aquarium landscapes.

Article No. EAN Description MSRP [€]03000038 4250300216540 Background Malawi white L: 200 x H: 60 cm 679,0003000039 4250300216557 Background Malawi white L: 150 x H: 50 cm 429,0003000040 7350034903604 Background Malawi L: 200 x H: 60 cm 679,0003000041 7350034903628 Background Malawi L: 150 x H: 50 cm 429,00

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ReefAquarium background specially for saltwaterThe Reef BTN enables the creation of a reef aquarium with a completely natural-looking background with ledges and terraces. Intrusive impellers, shafts and cables can be easily concealed behind it. The ‚Reef‘ back-ground will be quickly colonised by corals and coralline algae and is resistant to algae-eaters such as doctor fish, snails and crustaceans.

Article No. EAN Description MSRP [€]03000116 4250300216366 Background Reef L: 200 x H: 60 cm 679,0003000117 4250300216373 Background Reef L: 160 x H: 60 cm 539,0003000118 4250300216380 Background Reef L: 150 x H: 50 cm 429,0003000119 4250300216397 Background Reef L: 130 x H: 50 cm 359,0003000120 4250300216403 Background Reef L: 120 x H: 50 cm 329,0003000121 4250300216410 Background Reef L: 100 x H: 50 cm 269,00

With the ‚Reef‘ background it is now possible for the first time to create a natural-looking background design with overhangs and terraces even in a saltwater aquarium. Distracting impellers, shafts and cables can be easily concealed behind it. Combined with a few pieces of so-called ‚live rock‘, a biologically active aquarium background is soon created that will be rapidly colonised by corals, tubeworms, sponges and coralline algae. The background is resistant to algae-eaters such as doctor fish, snails and crustaceans.

The background opens up whole new design perspectives for reef aquariums.

For example, a sandy zone can be created with a view of a steeply sloping reef edge. In the sandy zone lie isolated pieces of rock on which large free-standing corals grow, just as in a real reef. This provides sufficient space for fast-growing toadstool corals and large colonies of Acropora to develop. Even plate- and table-shaped corals that grow freely out into the tank establish themselves on the background. With this design active fish have significantly more swimming space and the water circulation around the corals is optimised.

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Rocky Juwel3D aquarium and terrarium backgroundsRocky is a very attractive rock background that is slightly flatter than the Tanganyika and Malawi range and therefore fits well in smaller aquariums.

Article No. EAN Description MSRP [€]03000020 7350034903444 Background Rocky Juwel L: 120 x H: 47 cm 319,0003000021 7350034903468 Background Rocky Juwel L: 100 x H: 47 cm 269,0003000022 7350034903482 Background Rocky Juwel L: 100 x H: 42 cm 249,0003000023 7350034903505 Background Rocky Juwel L: 80 x H: 42 cm 219,00

Orinoco and Rocky Juwel are flat, two-part backgrounds for simple installation in aquariums with a centre divider.

These are put together after they are inserted in the tank and then glued into position.

On the right-hand side of each background there is a large equipment chamber with integral inlet and outlet. This compartment offers sufficient space even for large internal filters, heaters and other visually intrusive aquarium components.

The large filter chamber can also be operated with the proven back wall filtration.

The backgrounds are designed for aquariums with standard dimensions of 80 x 40 – 120 x 50 cm.

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OrinocoTwo-part 3D aquarium and terrarium backgroundOrinoco is a slimmer background that is perfect for modern shallow-depth aquarium furniture. Although this background is relatively flat and takes up little space, both a filter and heater can be accommodated in a corner. This background is supplied in two parts, which makes installation easier.

Article No. EAN Description MSRP [€]03000030 7350034903529 Background Orinoco L: 120 x H: 47 cm 349,0003000031 7350034903543 Background Orinoco L: 100 x H: 47 cm 289,0003000032 7350034903567 Background Orinoco L: 100 x H: 42 cm 269,0003000033 7350034903581 Background Orinoco L: 80 x H: 42 cm 229,00

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Slimline rock-effect backgrounds can be effectively combined with natural pieces of wood and matching rock modules, allowing you to create your own fantastic rockscapes.

SlimlineExtra-thin backgrounds for aquariums and terrariumsSlimline models are extra-thin backgrounds. They offer the Back to Nature quality and workmanship accura-te in every detail, minimum loss of space, easy installation and attractive price. These popular backgrounds consist of several elements with concealed joints that can be joined together as often and seamlessly as requi-red. They are equally suitable for freshwater and saltwater aquariums and terrariums of all kinds.

The Slimline range comes in three heights: 45 cm (for aquariums up to 50 cm), 55 cm (for aquariums up to 60 cm) and 80 cm (for aquariums up to 85 cm). The 45 and 55 cm Slimline models consist of three segments. Seg-ments A and B are 50 cm wide (but appear different), and Segment C is 20 cm wide. The 80 cm Slimline consists of two segments: A and B, both 50 cm wide. Due to the design of their shape, the 80 cm Slimline backgrounds can be endlessly repeated in sequence (A-B-A-B etc.).

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Thanks to the flat overlapping edge detail, no distracting joint is visible when Slimline backgrounds are combined. Slimline backgrounds can be joined together as often as required.i

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Slimline Amazonas, available in 45 cm and 55 cm heightsi

Slimline Amazonas, available in 45, 55 and 80 cm heightsi

Amazonas Typ A

White Limestone Typ A

Red Gneis Typ A Sand Typ A

Typ B Typ C

Typ B Typ C

Typ B Typ C Typ B Typ C

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Basalt/Gneiss Typ A

Slimline Basalt/Gneiss, available in 45, 55 and 80 cm heights i

Slimline River, available in 45, 55 and 80 cm heights iArticle No. EAN Description MSRP [€]

Red Gneiss03000080 7350034950103 Slimline Background 60A Red Gneiss L: 50 x H: 55 cm 53,9003000081 7350034950110 Slimline Background 60B Red Gneiss L: 50 x H: 55 cm 53,9003000082 7350034950127 Slimline Background 60C Red Gneiss L: 20 x H: 55 cm 31,9003000083 7350034950004 Slimline Background 50A Red Gneiss L: 50 x H: 45 cm 42,9003000084 7350034950011 Slimline Background 50B Red Gneiss L: 50 x H: 45 cm 42,9003000085 7350034950028 Slimline Background 50C Red Gneiss L: 20 x H: 45 cm 27,9003000150 4250300219213 Slimline Background 80A Red Gneiss L: 80 x H: 50 cm 84,9003000151 4250300219220 Slimline Background 80B Red Gneiss L: 80 x H: 50 cm 84,90

Typ B Typ C

River Typ A Typ B Typ C

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Article No. EAN Description MSRP [€]White Limestone

03000086 7350034950301 Slimline Background 60A White Lime L: 50 x H: 55 cm 53,9003000087 7350034950318 Slimline Background 60B White Lime L: 50 x H: 55 cm 53,9003000088 7350034950325 Slimline Background 60C White Lime L: 20 x H: 55 cm 31,9003000089 7350034950202 Slimline Background 50A White Lime L: 50 x H: 45 cm 42,9003000090 7350034950219 Slimline Background 50B White Lime L: 50 x H: 45 cm 42,9003000091 7350034950226 Slimline Background 50C White Lime L: 20 x H: 45 cm 27,9003000152 4250300219237 Slimline Background 80A White Lime L: 80 x H: 50 cm 84,9003000153 4250300219244 Slimline Background 80B White Lime L: 80 x H: 50 cm 84,90

Basalt/Gneiss03000092 7350034950400 Slimline Background 60A Basalt/Gneiss L: 50 x H: 55 cm 59,9003000093 7350034950417 Slimline Background 60B Basalt/Gneiss L: 50 x H: 55 cm 59,9003000094 7350034950424 Slimline Background 60C Basalt/Gneiss L: 20 x H: 55 cm 35,9003000095 7350034950431 Slimline Background 50A Basalt/Gneiss L: 50 x H: 45 cm 49,9003000096 7350034950448 Slimline Background 50B Basalt/Gneiss L: 50 x H: 45 cm 49,9003000097 7350034950455 Slimline Background 50C Basalt/Gneiss L: 20 x H: 45 cm 29,9003000156 4250300219275 Slimline Background 80A Basalt/Gneiss L: 80 x H: 50 cm 94,9003000157 4250300219282 Slimline Background 80B Basalt Gneiss L: 80 x H: 50 cm 94,90

Amazonas03000098 7350034951001 Slimline Background 60A Amazonas L: 50 x H: 55 cm 59,9003000099 7350034951018 Slimline Background 60B Amazonas L: 50 x H: 55 cm 59,9003000100 7350034951025 Slimline Background 60C Amazonas L: 20 x H: 55 cm 35,9003000101 7350034951032 Slimline Background 50A Amazonas L: 50 x H: 45 cm 49,9003000102 7350034951049 Slimline Background 50B Amazonas L: 50 x H: 45 cm 49,9003000103 7350034951056 Slimline Background 50C Amazonas L: 20 x H: 45 cm 29,90

River03000110 4250300216427 Slimline Background 50A River L:50 x H:45 cm 49,9003000111 4250300216434 Slimline Background 50B River L:50 x H:45 cm 49,9003000112 4250300216441 Slimline Background 50C River L:20 x H:45 cm 29,9003000113 4250300216458 Slimline Background 60A River L:50 x H:55 cm 53,9003000114 4250300216465 Slimline Background 60B River L:50 x H:55 cm 53,9003000115 4250300216472 Slimline Background 60C River L:20 x H:55 cm 35,9003000158 4250300219299 Slimline Background 80A River L: 80 x H: 50 cm 94,9003000159 4250300219305 Slimline Background 80B River L: 80 x H: 50 cm 94,90

Sand03000128 4250300216564 Slimline Background 60A Sand L: 50 x H: 55 cm 53,9003000129 4250300216571 Slimline Background 60B Sand L: 50 x H: 55 cm 53,9003000130 4250300216588 Slimline Background 60C Sand L: 20 x H: 55 cm 31,9003000131 4250300216595 Slimline Background 50A Sand L: 50 x H: 45 cm 42,9003000132 4250300216601 Slimline Background 50B Sand L: 50 x H: 45 cm 42,9003000133 4250300216618 Slimline Background 50C Sand L: 20 x H: 45 cm 27,9003000154 4250300219251 Slimline Background 80A Sand L: 80 x H: 50 cm 84,9003000155 4250300219268 Slimline Background 80B Sand L: 80 x H: 50 cm 84,90

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Modules / StonesFor individual aquarium and terrarium designThe module system comprises various rock parts that are available in many sizes and shapes. With these rocks it is possible to design your own aquarium backgrounds or even construct caves. The modules are ideal for aquariums with unusual dimensions or shapes, for very large aquariums or as additions to other backg-rounds.

Module A: Basalt/Gneiss

72 x 45 x 20 cm

Module B: Basalt/Gneiss

78 x 25 x 29 cm

Module C: Basalt/Gneiss

30 x 17 x 48 cm

Module E: Basalt/Gneiss

60 x 47 x 11 cm

Modules C and T are designed as filter modules.

The intake is already integrated. These filters are placed in the aquarium hanging freely open the top. Filter material and the

feed pump are integrated in the modules. These modules are also suitable for the installation of more powerful flow pumps, if necessary fitted with a magnetic holder for retrofitting. 

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Module F: Basalt/Gneiss

65 x 50 x 10 cm

Module G: Basalt/Gneiss

80 x 38 x 11

Module H: Basalt/Gneiss

80 x 42 x 24 cm

Module L: Basalt/Gneiss

50 x 45 x 11 cm

Module M: Basalt/Gneiss

68 x 35 x 19 cm

Module N: Basalt/Gneiss

53 x 40 x 9 cm

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Module O: Basalt/Gneiss

47 x 38 x 17 cm

Module U: Basalt/Gneiss

35 x 25 x 11 cm

Module T: Basalt/Gneiss

30 x 17 x 34 cm

Sump strainer

∅ 6 cm

Available module colours:

White LimestoneRiver

SandBasalt/Gneiss

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Article No. EAN Description MSRP [€]03000050 7350034903680 Aquarium module Basalt/Gneiss A 119,0003000051 7350034903703 Aquarium module Basalt/Gneiss B 119,0003000052 7350034903727 Aquarium module Basalt/Gneiss C 119,0003000053 7350034903741 Aquarium module Basalt/Gneiss E 119,0003000054 7350034903765 Aquarium module Basalt/Gneiss F 119,0003000055 7350034903789 Aquarium module Basalt/Gneiss G 119,0003000056 7350034903802 Aquarium module Basalt/Gneiss H 119,0003000057 7350034903826 Aquarium module Basalt/Gneiss L 99,0003000058 7350034903840 Aquarium module Basalt/Gneiss M 99,0003000059 7350034903864 Aquarium module Basalt/Gneiss N 99,0003000060 7350034903888 Aquarium module Basalt/Gneiss O 99,0003000061 7350034903901 Aquarium module Basalt/Gneiss U 49,0003000062 7350034903925 Aquarium module Basalt/Gneiss R 109,0003000063 7350034903949 Aquarium module Basalt/Gneiss T 99,0003000064 7350034903697 Aquarium module White Lime A 119,0003000065 7350034903710 Aquarium module White Lime B 119,0003000066 7350034903734 Aquarium module White Lime C 119,0003000067 7350034903758 Aquarium module White Lime E 119,0003000068 7350034903772 Aquarium module White Lime F 119,0003000069 7350034903796 Aquarium module White Lime G 119,0003000070 7350034903819 Aquarium module White Lime H 119,0003000071 7350034903833 Aquarium module White Lime L 99,0003000072 7350034903857 Aquarium module White Lime M 99,0003000073 7350034903871 Aquarium module White Lime N 99,0003000074 7350034903895 Aquarium module White Lime O 99,0003000075 7350034903918 Aquarium module White Lime U 49,0003000076 7350034903932 Aquarium module White Lime R 109,0003000077 7350034903956 Aquarium module White Lime T 99,0003000134 4250300219312 Aquarium module Sand A 99,5003000135 4250300219329 Aquarium module Sand B 99,5003000136 4250300219336 Aquarium module Sand C 99,5003000137 4250300219343 Aquarium module Sand E 99,5003000138 4250300219350 Aquarium module Sand F 99,5003000139 4250300219367 Aquarium module Sand G 99,5003000140 4250300219374 Aquarium module Sand H 99,5003000141 4250300219381 Aquarium module Sand L 89,5003000142 4250300219398 Aquarium module Sand M 89,5003000143 4250300219404 Aquarium module Sand N 89,5003000144 4250300219411 Aquarium module Sand O 89,5003000145 4250300219428 Aquarium module Sand U 47,5003000146 4250300219435 Aquarium module Sand T 89,5003000160 4250300219442 Aquarium module River A 99,5003000161 4250300219459 Aquarium module River B 99,5003000162 4250300219466 Aquarium module River C 99,5003000163 4250300219473 Aquarium module River E 99,5003000164 4250300219480 Aquarium module River F 99,5003000165 4250300219497 Aquarium module River G 99,50

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Installing Slimline

Article No. EAN Description MSRP [€]03000166 4250300219503 Aquarium module River H 99,5003000167 4250300219510 Aquarium module River L 89,5003000168 4250300219527 Aquarium module River M 89,5003000169 4250300219534 Aquarium module River N 89,5003000170 4250300219541 Aquarium module River O 89,5003000171 4250300219558 Aquarium module River U 47,5003000172 4250300219565 Aquarium module River T 89,5003000078 7350034904205 Aquarium module - Einlaufgitter schwarz d 60 mm 1,9903000079 7350034904212 Aquarium module - Einlaufgitter weiß d 60 mm 1,99

Installing the modules

1 The background is positioned behind the aquarium. The widths and height of the tank are transferred to the background with the help of a rule or rod and a felt-tip pen. Allow for the thickness of the glass + 5mm for the glue bead.

1 2 Then the background is cut along the pen line using a handsaw (rip saw or Japanese backsaw) or a sharp craft knife. Check whether the background now fits or if it needs further adjustment.

2 33 4 Clean the glass before you start gluing. The background is now glued with aquarium silicone. The individual Slimline elements are now inserted along the line of the overlap and then clamped with strips of plastic and fixed for 24 hours.

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Large rocks can also be divided into two. Hanging rocks create attractive depth effects. After gluing the rocks are fixed into position by means of strips of plastic and filter foam. The glued joints are covered over with aquarium gravel, sand or peat. Fully bonded rocks must have at least two openings in non-visible positions for water circulation. Small holes are drilled in rocks that stand upright so that the air can escape. Offcuts should be saved so that they can be used later to fill in attractive areas between modules. Clean the glass before you start gluing.

With modules you can design your individual underwater landscape. The gluing of the rocks is a creative and simple job in several stages. The rocks are glued into position one by one – allow the glue to cure for 24 hours. You can cover the tank background with Slimline boards and glue the modules on to them or cover the background with black plastic film. The modules can be pre-decorated in the empty aquarium as required. They can be easily cut to the required shape with a jig saw.

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Creating a rocky biotope? – With Back to Nature -No problem

Designing a rocky biotope – with Back to Nature that‘s not a problem.

Rocky reefs are often created in Tanganyika and Malawi aquariums using real stones. The stones are built up in layers from the tank base. However, this has several disadvantages. The weight of the stones exerts a load on the tank base; there is a risk of cracking due to point loading. Due to their weight, stones can only be assembled in a standing or lying position and the stacks of stones have little in common with a natural biotope. The rocks also displace a large volume of water in the aquarium. Many cichlids dig out the sand under the rocks which can then make the piles of stones unstable.

Back to Nature aquarium rocks on the other hand are ideally suited for creating rocky biotopes. You can achieve great designs with rocks overhanging and suspended above the tank bed. Interesting depth effects can be created and a looser, more natural-looking rock formation. The artificial rocks displace a minimal amount of water and fish can use the inside of the rocks as breeding burrows and shelters. The rough surface, which is manufactured using real rock flour, soon forms a natural biofilm on which the fish graze for food as they do in nature. Combined with different natural stones of the same appearance and fine sand, we can easily reproduce a natural rocky biotope. The aquarium becomes a section of a natural biotope.

This aquarium is a modelled on a shallow water rocky reef in Lake Tanganyika.

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Installing a 3D background

1 Installing a 3D background is easier than you might think. Ideally, it is better if the aquarium does not have a central divider. If there is one, first remove it (it can be glued back in place after the installation of the 3D background).

1 2 The background is positioned behind the aquarium. The widths and height of the tank are transferred to the background with the help of a rule or rod and a felt-tip pen. Allow for the thickness of the glass + 5mm for the glue bead.

2 3 The background is then cut along the pen line using a handsaw (rip saw or Japanese backsaw) or a hand-held circular saw. Check whether the background now fits or if it needs further adjustment. Make sure there is enough space behind the background for the filter and service connections.

3 44 5 Using a hole cutter, drill 60 mm diameter holes in the background at the bottom and as a surface outlet on the top. These are used to insert the inlet strainers for the background filter and circulation. An overflow comb can also be installed as a surface outlet. The inlet strainers can be later covered with planting and decorations.

5 6 Clean the glass before you start gluing. The background is held in position with filter foam or plastic strips and glued with aquarium silicone. Useful tip: Heat the nozzle of the silicone gun and bend it down into an L-shape Then you can easily apply the silicone between the glass and the background. The side joints can be covered over with aquarium gravel or peat.

6 7 If the aquarium is taller than the background, filter foam or a rigid foam board can be built in underneath the background up to a maximum height of 10 cm. All 3D-backgrounds should be fixed in the middle to a glass strip or rigid foam board glued to the glass bottom of the aquarium. The rest of the area must be built up with filter foam. This is glued to the glass bottom and background. Excess foam is cut away along the length of the background. Finally, cover the foam with silicone aquarium sealant and then cover over with aquarium gravel or coarse sand. Make sure you are wearing disposable gloves when you do this.

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