First impressions matter, and unboxing this aquarium background was a bit of a surprise. It's fabric, not plastic! At first, I was skeptical—would it look cheap? But after smoothing out the folds (no iron needed, just patience), the 3D underwater scene came to life.

The double-sided tape is a game-changer. No more wrestling with peeling edges! I trimmed the excess fabric easily (scissors glided through like butter), and the vibrant colors popped against my tank’s LED lights—though fair warning: direct backlighting reveals the fabric weave.

My betta fish seems obsessed. He darts behind the coral print like it’s his personal hideout. The material blocks just enough light to reduce algae but lets a soft glow through—a happy accident for my low-tech setup.

Downside? The print quality lottery. Mine turned out crisp, but reviews show some batches look like a blurry JPEG. If you get a good one, it’s a steal; if not, prepare for return hassles. Pro tip: Order one size up and fold the edges for seamless coverage.