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[DigitalPunk]

[Vivariums In The Mist]

Looking real good Paul!! What are you planning on covering the foam with?

[DigitalPunk]

In the past I have done Titebond III mixed with coco fiber and some acrylic paint. but I am going a more traditional route with this one. Just covering it in 100% silicon and covering with a mixture of Shredded coconut husk, coconut fiber, and peat moss. interestingly enough I haven't done the silicone method yet so this is a first for me lol.

[Vivariums In The Mist]

I do both methods and like both for different reasons. The most recent mix I have been using is coco fiber, finely shredded sphagnum moss and loose tree fern fiber.

[DigitalPunk]

Ohh that sounds like it would have awesome texture! If I end up with bare spots what do you do to cover them up? I know silicone is not overly skilled at adhering to itself.

[Vivariums In The Mist]

I try my best to avoid them, thats the goal anyway! Lol, once in awhile still get some though. Honestly, if it is a small area, I usually can silicone over it by applying silicone on bare spots and around the textured area which surrounds the bare spot. Normally works for me, gives it something to bite to. The mix I use is kind of basic, just love the look of it and usually get some nice moss growth out of it down the road.

Ohh that sounds like it would have awesome texture! If I end up with bare spots what do you do to cover them up? I know silicone is not overly skilled at adhering to itself.

[LilyPad]

I haven't done a foam background for a while, but the last one, I just pinned moss over any bare spots.