How do you use rock background, and still use filters/heaters?

[blacksnow]

I just ordered a new tank (120 48x24x24)

I wanted to use one of these backgrounds
http://www.fosterandsmithaquatics.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=3578+6635+19783&pcatid=19783

I had planned on using a Fluval G series filter though, as well as a fluval e series heater.

Concerned with how thick it is though. If it's too thick I'm unsure how I will be able to fit my intake/return filter lines over the side.

I need the tight to be covered completely so my eels don't get out.

any suggestoins?

 

[Windsorguy77]

I've seen where people have had a hollowed cavity between the background and the back of the tank. If it's think enough it's a great way to hide equipment as well.

 

[blacksnow]

I've seen where people have had a hollowed cavity between the background and the back of the tank. If it's think enough it's a great way to hide equipment as well.

Ya I thought about something like that. but I need my circulation so i cant put the output/intake behind there.


really want to use this background but the more i think it, the more i feel im not gonna be able to =[