Ohko Ocean, now 'Peaks'

[Dantrasy]

The clock is ticking on my 2ft. It's been running for almost 2 years. So soon I'll do another scape.

Weeks ago I purchased some ohko, and today I finally found an hour or so to play around with them.

I want to add more (yes, more) to the back left, but I'll have to use glue to create the shape.

Here's where it's at:

 

[Crossocheilus]

If you can replicate that in-tank and plant it up it could be one of the most amazing and unique bits of hardscaping/rockwork I've ever seen! There is very little room for plants but it could definitely still be good.

It must have taken hours to meticulously fit together each small piece to create such a natural look.

 

[Michal550]

This looks awesome. can't wait to see full setup.

 

[drodgers]

Wow that will look amazing !

 

[GTL_UK]

Stunning rocks :]

 

[tim]

Lovely rock work mate, just be aware those cd cases will affect your water parameters 😉

 

[Michal550]

 

[Dantrasy]

Some of the CDs are albums by The Cure, so I'm hoping that will prevent algae.

 

[Martin in Holland]

If your not going to use those CD's, how are you going to keep the rocks up there...do you have any idea about that yet?

 

[Dantrasy]

Planning to use 40x40cm floor tiles. They worked well in my 19L nano. I'll start by braking them up into quarters. The rear stack is almost 1ft high, so I guess I'll have to brake up a lot of them.

 

[Dantrasy]

I'm trying to make the rocks resemble waves.

Here's the inspiration:

 

[Alexander Belchenko]

That looks so incredible. Even now. Without any plants.

 

[Dantrasy]

Cleaned out the tank today. Later I'll go to the shop for some aquarium safe glue/silicone.

 

[sonicninja]

Looks fantastic!


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[sonicninja]

It reminds me of something from a Marvel film, like the bits of rock are going to form some massive boulder monster!


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[Dantrasy]

Thanks sonicninja!

Fingers crossed on this one

 

[Dantrasy]

Last pic before I start placing rocks in the tank... (no glue or wire has been used yet). I was happier with the first try in the first post, but it's bound to change again when it's finally done.

 

[Wallis97]

Either one looks fantastic


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[drodgers]

The second one really does look more like the picture .
looking forward to seeing it in the tank.

 

[Dantrasy]

Started putting the rocks in and it's infinitely more difficult doing it in-tank. Rocks slide on the glass and titles. I think I'm a long way off... I can spare 3-4 hours per day for the next few days, so got plenty of time. The back left is the hardest part. Still, it's a lot of fun!

I got some aquafix glue - the type you use to glue a tile under water in a swimming pool. Says it's aquarium safe.

I won't be adding any soil until the rocks look 'good'. Here's what I have so far.