That first tank is awsome, the issue could be the wood is too thick....? Any I've seen are generally more spindly pieces.
You mean the wood I have is too thick?the issue could be the wood is too thick
Well if I cut it down it will get a bit thinner too so maybe that will solve both issues!Yeah I think it's just too thick compared to what is generally used so may be why you are struggling so much as it doesn't have the same look, I would definitely cut down the amount coming out of the tank too.
I think I can keep some of the curves if i reduce the height and meet things half way. You're right about the angles but I don't think they want too much putting on them.Before cutting the wood too much - I see some nice curves I'd be loathe to lose 😀 - maybe try increasing the angles, at present wood looks to be fairly upright (though this may be the look you want in which case, ignore)
I generally prefer wood rising up from the substrate rather than trailing down into the aquarium
Is the wood too heavy/thick - that's very much a style preference & plant style dramatically affects this
If you look at Lauris Escape, initially the wood seems out of place, but he's a master of vision & as the tank develops I like the wood choice more & more (I'm crap at the vision thing ), his tanks are among my favourites
Depending on aquarium location & where it's viewed from, you may find the wood height above the tank overpowering ….. or just right 🙂
It's so difficult until you actually see glass & wood (rather than mock ups)
The last one is actually the whole thing turned 180 degrees.I would turn the whole platform to the front!
Complete reshuffle it sounds like!This looks better, but the piece to the front left is too high and may be suitable nearer the middle or back ground!
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