The first question people normally ask, "does it work?" To which I reply, "as a fish tank, yes. For you to take a dump in the middle of my living room, no." The bowl portion is real and was purchased at Home Depot. But I created the tank by welding the frame and having the glass cut to fit. The inside of the tank is filled with real toilet parts and an aerator makes the flapper move up and down. All the fish food and supplies are stored in the bowl.