How To Build A Paludarium DIY In Depth Tutorial
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- 🔴36x18x36 Exo Terra
🔴DIY Tips and Tricks Paludarium, Vivarium: Air ducts, CPU fans, Thunderstorm, custom built fogger, waterfall, exterior canister filter, egg chamber, overflow drain, indoor Amazon jungle
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3D PRINTED LID:
link for the lid www.frogsnfrags.com
batanicals, nutpods etc message:
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dart frogs
edgewooddarts.com/
fogger www.amazon.com...
water heater www.amazon.com...
40mm fans www.amazon.com...
15 pcs Diamond Drill Bits Set Glass a.co/63INwm0
bulk head:
Lifegard Aquatics 1/2-Inch Slip Bulkhead Fitting a.co/d/09kW5Dfw
substrate for walls www.amazon.com...
planters www.amazon.com...
Govee smart plugs www.amazon.com...
Corrugated plastic:
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Disclaimer:
Although I love reptiles and building enclosures, I am by no means an expert. Do your own research and and wear safety protection. stay within your skill set. I am not liable for any accidents that may occur if you try to replicate my work.
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By far the best/most detailed build I’ve seen. Will use this video as my main reference when building my own!!
Thanknyou and glad it can help you with one of your upcoming builds. Enjoy your creation.
Yea I'm saving this. I like the fans for airflow, most others don't have them
@@richardbinkley8487 they work great!.
On another build of mine they have been going strong for 8 years.
@@bradsbioactivebuilds I was curious how they held up in a wet environment...I'm glad yours lasted that long!
@@richardbinkley8487 the build i did about 8 years ago was with a larger cpu fan is still the original fan. I'm hoping the 40mm fans hold up to the test of time as well. But ingot 4 of them for like 10 bucks off Amazon. So if they go out at least they are cheap and easy to replace. I'll update if they go out or in a years time as a follow up.
I've been wanting to build a paludarium for over a year. I have all the parts sitting in my garage. I won't touch it until I know exactly what I'm going to do. I have watched HUNDREDS of videos on this. This video is the first one I've seen that I agree with 100%. It's a pro build. I see too many people keeping their false bottoms saturated in these builds and using shortcuts that don't make sense. I am truly impressed by this video.
Wow... thank you the nice comment. You are inspiring me to build more. I learned a lot over the years through trial and error. Everything I learned went into this build. You are right, we cannot cut corners especially when it comes to water features if we want them to be successful. I foundnit importand to not rush it and take my time over every square inch of the process. Hope you enjoy building your paludarium and have fun!
There is no such thing as the "perfect" build ;) Don't hold yourself back from creating and making dream projects in fear of making mistakes : it might make you regret either the long wait or the smallest mistale you might make. If you have all the equipment and if you've done a thourough reasearch, go for it ! There is no rush to finish it in one sitting, if you are unsure about a creative decision, just take a break and regroup. I know I've held back many projects I wished I would have tried sooner
Nice work im making one for a snake that I've yet to get .. How does the great stuff hold up to water?
Holds up with no issues. They also sell a pond and stone that is black. But if you are covering it with drylok or something similar, there is no need to spend the extra $$$ for the color
Is the false bottom not supposed to be saturated?
Do your dart frogs do okay with that big water feature? I’ve started working on a huge paludarium of my own but recently a lot of people have been putting the fear into me that the dart frogs will drown.
I think it is something to be mindful of. I have added a lot of surface area with the background to where I was able to more then triple the usable space I lost from the water feature. I personally never had any issue with it but i monitor them closely. Another paludarium I have has 3 darts in it for 7 years now with jo issues. In this build video they both sit in the waterfall and have never gone into the "pond" area, even if there is a fruit fly in the water. I have seen them watch it and wait for the fly to climb out then eat it. Darts can swim they just aren't great at it, but for something like this they would be able to easily climb out if needed. When I first put them into this paludarium I placed them into the water so I would be there to observe them. They swam out just fine. I did this more then once to be sure and to also teach them what to do incase they go in when I'm not home. You can also get a camera that hooks up to wifi to do a Time-lapse and see if there are any issues.
I’ve watched this video over 100 times while I built this Paludarium. Every time I did, I caught another detail that I had previously missed. I couldn’t find this glass enclosure so I built a cabinet and stand from 2x4’s, plywood and a couple gallons of epoxy. I finished most of the build and am currently waiting for my plants.
I’ve done many projects over the years. This, by far, is the most frustrating and complex project I’ve ever attempted. Many times I’ve considered taking it out in the back and burning it. I am really glad I didn’t because now that I’m nearing the final stages, it is by far the most rewarding and beautiful project I’ve ever built. My friends and family who have seen it are absolutely amazed. This will not be my last Paludarium build.
Before seeing this video, I didn’t know what a Paludarium was and would have NEVER considered building it without this very detailed “How to Build a Paludarium DIY” video. Thank you, Brad.
This is great and I'm so happy you challenged yourself to learn something new. It will bring you joy for years to come! I'm glad you found my video helpful and have fun planting. Send me a pic on my Instagram when complete!
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@@bradsbioactivebuilds Thanks for responding. I'm still tweaking a lot of things. It may be awhile before I risk putting critters in. I have a lot to learn still. I'll send a pic once plants go in and I finish up some loose ends. I'm too excited to start another one. I, for one, truly appreciate the time and effort you put into this video so people like me stand a chance. Thanks again!
Well done!! This thing is awesome! Your instruction was awesome! Everything about this was awesome! I grow aquarium plants for a living and would love to supply you some for future builds. On the house. Hit me up if you're ever interested.
Thank you. This was a fun build to do.
That's cool you get to grow aquarium plants for a living. I'll take you up on that offer for my next build. I'll give you a shout out in the video as well. Hit me up on Instagram.
@@bradsbioactivebuilds Right on! Can't wait to see what you are working on next! I'll find you on Instagram.
absolutely insane. i have no skills like this. im about to say fuck it and just throw a pile of dirt in a tank and call it a day.
We all gotta start somewhere. A lot of the stuff I did years ago was trial and error. Learned from my mistakes and made some videos to help the next person. I'm sure you can pull it off. Just take your time. It's not a rush to finish. It will pay off in the long run. Lmk if you have any questions and I'll do what I can to help. 🤘💯🦎🐢🐍🐸
Brad, thank you! Your films have been a great inspiration and help for my own work. I admire your artistic skills and your voice and your hands make me feel relaxed. Just one humble request: I'd love to see more of the animals in your videos; how they become part of the environment you've created for them and some update to see if everything goes peachy ;) Do you think it could be possible?
Thank you so much, and I'm glad my videos have helped you with your projects! I like your request, and I'll do an update on the enclosures soon for you. I just have to finish this current build I'm working on. Then do a 4 ways to add aid circulation to an enclosure. After that, I'll do an update video! Your support is valued.
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Such an incredible build! Do you think if it matters if you let the silicone cure before applying foam?
On which part exactly?
How many features will this build have?
Brad - "Yes" 😀
🤣🤣🤣 threw everything at the wall.... and it all stuck
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Iv watch this video over 20 times! 😂 🔥🔥🔥 I figure is watch it enough time I will get the courage to drill my tank...
@Living_Ghetto_fab you got this, just let the weight of the drill do the work, don't rush it. Usually takes me 3-4 minutes to drill through 1/4 inch glass.
Hello Brad, regarding the lights, wouldnt the 24-36" have fit the tank aswell? For cheaper instead of the other size you showed you got.
Yes it would have but I wanted more coverage from end to end with light. The smaller on would have about 7" on each side not as lit up
Love the videos, thank you for all of the help. I tried this for the first time to create a simple barrier to hold water in a small 10 gallon tank. We sprayed it evenly in a half moon shape, let it dry overnight. When we filled in the water area created there were multiple very slow leaks. What would you suggest to make it truly waterproof on our mail attempt and any tips to seal up the leaks on the first?
I had a build years ago I did the same way. Sprayfoam will not create a water tight seal to Glass and will most likely find a way through the beads you lay down ontop of eachother. Check out this video. You could try this to create a water tight seal over the existing sprayfoam or remove it and start over if that is an option
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This is a stunning build dude! I really appreciate your breakdowns and masterful approach to building all the details! 🤘🏼
Thanx bro! We all learn from each other for endless possibilities.
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Awesome! I would probably create a false wall back to run all my tubing up and over since I’m using a 75wide aquarium and I’m afraid of drilling into glass and messing up.
I will definitely use all the other ideas !!
False wall would be a great option. Bit as long as it's not tempered glass, drilling glass is easy, just nerve-wracking the 1st few times yoh do it 😂. I'm glad you got some ideas from this build. Still one of my favorites. Let me know ow if you have any questions along the way!
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Thank you so much for your detailed video! I am getting ready for my first paludarium build! Just curious how many cans of silicones c) and spray foam you used for tank this size? Thank you!
Thank you and I'm glad you enjoyed it. I'm not sure how much I used but if I were to guess 4 silicones and 7 spray foam. Maybe less.
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Just came across your channel looking to build something like this for my blue iguana! Do you have any social media? Would love to reach out for some tips!
Glad you found the video and hope it helps with your build.
Just started an Instagram account. Brad's Bioactive Builds
Thanks so much, this air duct system is incredible and very doable
It is fairly simple. Wish I would have used hot glue instead of silicone to assemble the airduct though
This is amazing man! Been doing so much research on everything I can, and this is by far my favorite build and the most informative! Where did you end up finding the 3d printed pieces for the lid and did you use custom made parts for the lid? Thanks so much!!
Thank you, it was a fun build to do and is still doing amazing. I did do an updated video recently on it. I will have a another 36x18x18 easy DIY Paludarium build coming out in about 3 weeks.
The 3D printed lid link is in the description. Check it out there.
Have fin building!
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Thoroughly enjoyed this, I am currently looking at building one myself when I get my own place! I have a few questions, is there a place to dm you at all?
I'm glad you enjoyed the video.
Feel free to dm me on IG
BradsBioactiveBuilds.
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Drinking game: take a shot every time he says "went ahead and..." or "go ahead and..."
🤣😆🤣. Only if you knew my past, this is funny!
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Incredible. I love that you built such an awesome and spacious home for these tiny inhabitants.
@@mattslev thank you
Hi Brad, I live in the uk and can’t get hold of the turtle clean 30 without importing it. I was wondering if you had an idea how I could do the same with a fluval external filter as I have a fluval 407 spare so trying to make use of this also wondering if you have an idea of slowing the outlet pipe
Also I might be being stupid but please could you explain where the water is pumped out into the cannister. If you have a social handle I could mssg you easier on please could I have it as I have many questions 🙂🤩so intrigued
Ypu can just run the fluval the same way like I did.
You. Can get a barbed ball shutoff valve like I used in this video
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25:54 Question. How does adding another layer of corrugated plastic w/ screen, to the inside of the water chamber, help water pass faster? Is that because the outer screen might get clogged?
I said, "The water pass through," not water faster. I did have to listen to it a few time though. It does sound like I say water faster lol. But to your comment. I have noticed that when plant leaves from the canopy fall into the water, they will end up on the screen (water pass through), so in a way, it won't make it to the back chamber. Keeping the back chamber as debris free as possible.
How are the dart frogs doing in there? I’ve seen a lot of people saying you shouldn’t put dart fronts in a paludarium because they can’t swim. Have Yours be doing ok?
I think it's mixed opinions. Facts are they are not great swimmers but can swim out of water.
My Blue Azureus Tinctorius in another build for the last 8+ years have done great with a water feature.
In this build my colbolts are doing well. I watch them to make sure there is not an issue. If there is they get moved out. They do not use the pond section but I often see them haning out in or in the waterfall. I do loose some floor space for them with the pond but I built the hardscape background in a way to maximize surface area to make up for that. They seem happy in this enclosure. Eating well. Out and about always coming out to see what I'm doing in the animal room.
With that being said I do suggest an experience keeping only keep a pond area and watch for signs of stress.
I have also put them in the water to watch them get out with ease and so if they did go in when I was not around they would know exactly where to go and how to get out. Each time their instinct too over and they got onto land with no problem. Hope this answer helps.
You drilled holes in the glass. Is/Was that tempered glass? Most glass in enclosures are tempered at this point.
I've never attempted to cut a hole in tempered.
I need to to some predrilling in an Aquarium for a sump filtration.
Thanx for the question. No, it was not tempered glass. Exo Terra doesn't use tempered. Other fish tanks might, but it usually says if they are. You can search tricks using polarized sunglasses and see the difference between tempered and nontempered glass.
But drilling glass is fairly easy. Just use water to cool the bit. A Jig will be your friend and add no pressure to the drill. Let the weight of the drill do the work. It usually takes me about 4-5 minutes to drill through 1/4"glass.
Hope this helps
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How well do the tincs swim when they accidentally go into the water?
I've kept darts in small paludarium bodied water or large paludariums with a lot of usable space. Over the last 10 yearsbi have not had an issue. I purposely place them into water once new to the enclosure so I can see them swim out. Since doing so, i have never seen them enter the water. If I had a concern they would not be in there. They are not great swimmers but can still get out if needed based on the initial time seeing them in. Butbonce again I have not seen them jump, fall or enter the water on their own.
I would suggest if you are new to dart frogs to not do this on your 1st go around.
I was wondering could you tell me what bulk heads you used your link is saying unavailable?
I just updated the link in the description. Lmk if it works
Do you get algae build-up on the waterfall? If so, how do you clean it without rubbing off the drylok?
I do at times. Nothing to crazy. The drylok is fine e when I scrub it off with a toothbrush.
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Did you use tc aquatic plants so you didn’t have to worry about snails or other random
Hitch hikers?
It's an added benefit, but they were on sale. I usually quarantine plants for a little bit before adding. There is a fish store by me that I trust when it comes to plants and hitch hikers too.
Like I haven’t seen anyone with the best set ups. You and tanner are in my opinion the best at these. Just different styles.
@cudasfishkeeping5435 thank you and Tanner can definitely throw down on some amazing work!
Wow! Truly makes you appreciate the effort and planning involved. I’m not sure I’d ever attempt such a creation
Thank you. Start with a smaller, easier build and work your way up. I am currently putting together an easy/simple paludarium build. Hope to have it out in a month or so.
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Great video. Which drylock do you use to paint over the foam?
Drylok Original, don't use the drylok extreme
Your videos are great! Wish I could get in person help lol.
I’m learning all I can before I dive in and found your videos to be one of the best so far. A bit intimidating how amazing they are.
Thank you for the kind words. They can be intimidating but once you get started they somehow just fall into place as you keep building. Mistakes will be made and that's fine. Just need to correct them as they come. A lot of the things I have learned were trial and error. So I figured I'd make some videos to try and help the next person out. Enjoy building your own that's what it about.
Brad's Bioactive Builds thank you!
Your tutorials are great. You really have a knack for explaining everything thoroughly and teaching, basically. I've only got a bit of finishing touch planting to do on my first vivarium. I'll be getting a crestie sometime in the spring. My nieces and nephew are totally psyched. It has turned out well, all in all. Using NEHERP for the substrate was a good call. They include more than enough bottom and substrate, at the most reasonable price I could find. The microfauna they sent was very low population though. I think I'm gonna need to reseed, or seed properly perhaps. Look forward to more from your channel :)
Thank you for the comment, and I'm glad you were able to get something from it.
I actually started making videos for my nephews, and it was a gargoyle gecko build lol.
You will be surprised how many 10 isopods could multiple. I put about 20 in one of my arid ackie monitor builds and there are 100's now. I use that enclosure to seed others now.
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For the lid parts how did you find them? I have looked on the website and was unable to see those part specifically.
Looks like the website changed. Hebis selling them through frog daddy
frogsnfrags.square.site/exoterra-replacement-lids
welp i can even swing a hammer, maybe ill hire a pro and hope he doesn't charge $3000😂
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Give it a try bro. You'll find building these aren't to difficult.
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I keep reading that your not supposed to put frogs in an enclosure with water like that. Is that true?
Great question. Yes and no, depending on your level of keeping and usable space inside the enclosure. Definitely want to keep an eye on them with a water feature. I have not had a faitial issue with any. My 1 paludarium I had fir over 10 years with jo issue. The down side is even in bigger enclosures you still loose the footprint of land area where the water is. I'll actually place the frogs in the water a few times when I introduce them to the enclosure so they know how to get out and thar its there. Supervised of course. Then watch them moving forward.
I am very curious about using corrugated plastic like this instead of glass to separate the water vs using glass. Does this hold well in a large glass set up? I am currently setting up a 180gallong paludarium with 10" of water for fish. Im looking at long term what could happen, so any insight would be helpful on any problems using the corrugated plastic vs glass.
How much gallons of water are you looking to have? This set upbhas worked well. The reason I used corrugated plastic was to not have a straight line separating the water and glass. It has held up with not peaks that I can see or notice. If I were to donit again I would do it the way I just did my most recent t video for the earless monitor. Using polygem zoopoxy. If it was a larger divider I would have used corrugated plastic then added zoopoxy over that, soliconing it to the glass bottom of the enclosure.
Hope that helps
Thank you for the response. I will dig into the newer video as well. I will end up with just under 30 gallons of water. I plan on doing water tests over the next week. I currently still plan on using glass, but also now I ordered a couple sheets of corrugated plastic.
So all the information helps. Thank you again
Any issues with the foam detaching from the glass with time?
I have not had this issue. I make sure I clean the glass with rubbing alcohol. You can put down some silicone 1st to reinforce it, too. If I only did the back wall, I would proply run into some issues, but with 3 sides done, it also helps hold it in place.
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What’s the trick to getting the doors off so easily?
If you have a spare exo terra laying around give it a test run.
Open the door and lift up and towards you. Making sure not to put your other hand on the topnof the frame.
When you put it back in pit the top peg in the hole. Then slide the bottom peg along the bottom lip until it seats in the designated swing arm hole.
If it's a real tight exoterra sometimes you can use a razor and cut 3-5 inches by just running the blade along the top outside rim of the frame/lid.
There are some helpful videos also on TH-cam as well
man , question please, the corrugated plastic what material is it? Polypropylene??? and how much is the thickness??? thank you man
It's a plastic. I found a 4x8 sheet at home depo. Use the GE silicone by thay section as well. It's white and red tube ment for plastics and also 100% silicone.
It's maybe only a 1/4" thick. I'll add it to the description.
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@@bradsbioactivebuilds thank you!!
My favourite track in time I'm peed it's not gone as 🎉
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How are the dart frogs doing in there? I’ve seen a lot of people saying you shouldn’t put dart fronts in a paludarium because they can’t swim. Have Yours been doing ok?
I think it's mixed opinions. Facts are they are not great swimmers but can swim out of water.
My Blue Azureus Tinctorius in another build for the last 8+ years have done great with a water feature.
In this build my colbolts are doing well. I watch them to make sure there is not an issue. If there is they get moved out. They do not use the pond section but I often see them haning out in or in the waterfall. I do loose some floor space for them with the pond but I built the hardscape background in a way to maximize surface area to make up for that. They seem happy in this enclosure. Eating well. Out and about always coming out to see what I'm doing in the animal room.
With that being said I do suggest an experience keeping only keep a pond area and watch for signs of stress.
I have also put them in the water to watch them get out with ease and so if they did go in when I was not around they would know exactly where to go and how to get out. Each time their instinct too over and they got onto land with no problem. Hope this answer helps.
This is legit
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As an Aussie unable to have these types of frogs do you think red eyes could work?
I'm not too well versed on current red eyed tree frog care. I don't want to say 1 way or the other. But the dart frogs have been doing great.
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This build is insane but lots of things in here are unsafe for frogs so I can’t use it in my build :(
Thank you, and safety is important. I've had no issues since it was built almost 2 years ago.
Thanx for watching!
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I've never kept frogs or any reptiles, I'm a Rift Valley Cichlid Breeder and i also build 3d backgrounds for hobbyists. but goodness this makes me want to keep amphibians and Reptiles😂.
Great job.❤
@YeshuaisEMET thank you, and i say go for it. You won't regret it! Plus with your experience building 3D backgrounds I'm sure you can come up with an amazing design!
@bradsbioactivebuilds lol I wish I can, I'm from South Africa and we can't have dart frogs it's illegal, but I'm trying to get a tree frog atleast. It's just super expensive 😄 but you guys inspire me to keep building I wish I could show you what I've built so far and it's because of guys like you, Troy Golberg, Serpa design etc that motivated me to build 3d backgrounds for Aquariums but one day I will get a tree frog and build something for it.
@YeshuaisEMET I'm glad we have inspired you and Im wishing you the best on getting a tree frog so you can build something amazing for him from what you have learned watching some good youtubers building what the enjoy showing others.
AMAZING VIDEO!! I have been looking for this exact tank and have had no luck! Do you know where your wife got it? Thanks so much!
Thank you. I live in the Chicago area and got it at the Chicago Reptile House. If you are not in the area I would look for reptile expos in your area. I'm sure you would find one there.
Troy Goldberg has a build video, it's a background tutorial I believe, on his giant front opening tank, and when he applied the drylok to the expanding foam he didn't even use a full coat. He just made a kind of light sparse coat. It threw me off. His work is amazing, so this should be a successful technique.
Troy definitely has some good videos out! The huge glass paludarium he did a few years back is amazing
This is the coolest build I've ever seen in my life. If/when I build one, I'm using this video as a guide! This is so detailed. Epic!
@remytherat3067 of course, thanx for watching and if you have any questions once you start lmk
How are you able to prevent mold formation in the air ducts?
Honestly never thought about that. But hasn't been an issue. I'm sure spring tails are able get there if needed. But that's one of the reasons I added the airduct, to have airflow to prevent mold.
I wanna build something for my water dragon in this same tank
It's a fun tank to build in. A lot of different options you can create!
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Omfg.... This was soooo amazing to watch. I'm just looking for inspiration for a background for a big cabinet for my orchids. FOUND IT!
Also great to see how to install water, fog and ventilation system!
Gotta find out if I can get those lights here.
Looking forward to seeing more of your videos!
Thank you and glad youbfound what you are looking for! Have fun building something for your Orchids!
How much spray foam is used in the manufacturing process and how long does it take?
I probably used 3 cans if I remember correctly. You can put tinfoil iron painters tape on the tip of the can between uses to prevent it from curing in the can.
Spraybfoam can be carved typically 6 to 24 hours, depending on how much is used.
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@@bradsbioactivebuilds Are there any alternatives to using spray foam?
@@ALAMLUSVI you can use insulation board (xps board)
Cork bark panels and carve them down too
@@bradsbioactivebuilds what if I use cement? is it safe for animals?
I have read that most dart frogs are not good swimmers and shouldn't have access to deeper than their heads. Your build is what I've always dreamed of but how are you preventing your dart from drowning?
It can be a controversial topic. And I wouldn't suggest it to new dart frog keepers.
With that being said, in order this to be successful, I need to have a backup enclosure ready if it doesn't work out during any time of them living in here.
I had a previous paludarium that had 3 blue azureus living in there for 8 years.
The tricks i have found are to make a larger than needed land area. This can also be achieved by doing 3 walls of the background.
Make it easy for them to climb out of the water. They are not great swimmers, but they are going to have a natural instinct to swim out of the water rather than sink like a rock. I will actually place them into the water when they 1st get into the enclosure so I can supervise them swimming out a few time incase they accidentally fall in later on. But I'm still yet to lose a dart due to drowning.
I also don't keep 2 females in an enclosure to reduce them wrestling and drowning 1 another.
I also keep a close eye on them while living in the enclosure.
I think it comes down to the individual frog and their behavior rather than a blanket statement.
With all that being said, nothing is 100% guaranteed. Definitely do your research and do what you are comfortable with if you decide to go either way.
Hope this helps.
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@@bradsbioactivebuilds Thank you very much. I really appreciate your reply. I've seen a lot of videos and a few take this approach but you're the first creator to reply to my question.
Thank you very much.
All in all, how much did you spend building that?
Hard to say. Aside from exo terra maybe between 400 and 500. That's including lights etc. It's hard to gauge bc I had some supplies from other builds I bought in bulk
Hi Brad, wondering what’s drill head you used and how long it took and any more info you could give me on this part of the build as it’s the most I’m worried about please 🙏
You are actually the one who made me take the leap to try it.
@@cudasfishkeeping5435 awesome, I'm glad u took the leap. Send me some pics on ig when u finish!
I see it's a black Dab silicone being used but is it a specific kind?
I get it from menards hardware store. But whatever you use, use 100% silicone
Great video, currently building a paludarium for my newts. I'm just wondering what kind of screen/mesh is used for the pump tower?
Thanx, and I used windows screen mesh.
Hope this helps
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@@bradsbioactivebuilds ah thank you! Did it last/hold up? 😆
@nickcluley2390 yes it has, it's a measure so it won't weather or rip as easy like aluminum screening. I'll hopefully be uploading an update video Sunday otherwise for sure next Sunday
You don’t worry about your dart frogs drowning?
I wouldn't suggest a large water feature for beginners and darts. If you have experience, process with caution.
I have kept darts in paludarium for years. Not 1 has drowned.
The downside is that it loses some footprint space. But that's why I quadrupleed the size by adding a background.
Hope that helps
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How do you access the fan if you need to replace it?
Good question. I remove the cork bark "lid" I made over the top of the lid I made with the corrugated plastic door I made in the top of the airduct itself. Then, just pull the fan out by the cord.
To put a new fan in, I just set it into the airduct and push it down slowly with a ruler applying even pressure.
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Hello from Malta!
Would it be possible to use polystyrene instead of foam for the fake rock, I was thinking to sculpt it with a soldering gun and painitng with waterproof liquid over everything. Thanks !
Hello from America! I was just over in the Mediterranean last year. It was truly amazing.
I used polystyrene 10+ years ago, covered in a few layers of grout. It seemed to hold up fine. I don't believe the polystyrene would hold up with just paint. Bc it's not as dense as the insulation board and may puncture easily and not water tight.
You could always grout it and add paint to your last layer of grout to get the color you want.
I heard it's hard to get drylok in Europe?
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@@bradsbioactivebuilds Good morning mate! thank you so much for replying. I've been watching your videos all night yesterday and it's very interesting.
You take time to explain calmly and in detail. It's hard to get drylok in Europe and harder to get it in Malta, we are a very small island and with limited stock. I will try perhaps to get some from Amazon or Ebay. I am planning to start my build end of February, it's y very first Paladarium and I will for sure use your videos for reference.
Thanks again mate, I will have more questions for sure :)
@Linwood283 of course, and I'm glad you found my channel.
Have fun building your 1st paludarium! As you're working on it and have questions, don't hesitate to ask.
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how long in days diddid this rouphly take you
About a month give or take.
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I've been worried about the wood and foam with high humidity. But this seems to work for you. How do you think it works now?
Good question, it really depends on the kind of wood thay is used. Cork bark holds up very well with humidity. The ghost wood holds up well to but will go through a mold process (normal with most things as it acclimates) but will clear up in a week or 2. The drift wood and spider wood have no issues.
The foam has no issues what so ever.
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Grape wood is not ideal for humid environments, I learned the hard way years ago.
What a beautiful and cohesive enclosure! I love the diversity in both the scape and the inhabitants. It's awesome to see someone else use pink insulation in their scapes. I look forward to seeing your future builds!
Thanx, and yeah the xps board works great. I'm glad I started using it in certain parts of builds. Thanx for your support.
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What is the sizing to the Rubber washer?
That's one I don't remember and forgot to add in the video. But all I did was bring the hose to Ace Hardware Store and test fitted some washers till it found the right one.
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I have been wanting to do a build like this for a while and I just got my hands on a 55 gallon and I am going to use this for a reference can I ask for a list of all the animals you have in there
It's definitely a fun build to do. Currently have 2 glass frogs, 2 mourning geckos, colbolt, guppies, mystery snail, and some other fish. Thanx for watching and your support! Feel free to ask any further questions
how many cans of spray foam did you go through?
Not sure. I I would think 4-5 on this build.
You can always fold tinfoil over the nozzle to use it later if you are foaming in sections.
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Bout to start my second build here in a month or so man yours is HELLA DOPE BRO , can’t wait to get started on mine
Thanx bro, it is definitely one of my favorite builds to date. I'll have a simple DIY Paludarium build coming out in the next 2-3 weeks. Stay tuned and have fin woth your 2nd build. Lmk if you have any questions.
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Mos definitely man can’t wait to see he next one … so how long do you think it took u to build this one ?
@mikeconley6331 it took about a month, but j also had to factor in setting up the camera and getting the right angles. Realistically, including cure time, material in the mail, and waiting to advance because of that, I could have done it in 3 weeks
Is dry lock shrimp safe?
Yes it is.
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How do you service the fan? or replace is the fan goes out?
I would just take off the lid of the enclosure, remove the corkbark cover, unlatch the corrugated plastic flapn, and pull the fan out by the cord. Then, install a new fan the wat I did in the video. So far, both fans are still running, although one does make a slight winding noise on initial start-up for about 10-15 seconds.
Hope this helped!
@@bradsbioactivebuilds perfect thank you so much. dope build by the way, very informative video.
What kind of silicone do you use?
100% silicone. DAP is the brand.
Thankyou for this I have no words absolutely Amazing
Thank you and glad you enjoyed the video!
can you take off the foam later?
@robeningrideijsbouts-strij6439 I can but after build it I'd rather sell it and get a new tank instead of tear it all down
Is it possible to get a link on the fans you used?
I really love some of the ideas you have incorporated.
Thank you. I just added the link to the fans in the discription.
the ventilation system that you printed with the 3d printer where is it online? Thank you
I made the airduct with fans.
3D PRINTED LID:
link for the lid www.frogsnfrags.com
If you can't get ahold of him, message me on Instagram and I'll get you in touch with him.
Thanx for watching.
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P.S the lids are amazing!
This is an amazing video!! Thank you for being so detailed! I’m in the process of getting everything to do a build like this one. Could you tell me what size holes you made in the glass? And about how far up is the input exterior canister filter hole? How much higher is the water overflow hole from the input exterior canister filter hole?
The hole size in the glass for the input exterior canister filter was the same or closest to (on the larger side) of the outside diameter of the hose. I went 4" above the waterline for this hole.
Lmk if you have any questions.
Her is a link for the drill bits I used for the glass
Diamond Hole Saw, 15 pcs Diamond Drill Bits Set Glass Drill Bit Extractor Remover Tools for Glass, Ceramics, Porcelain, Ceramic Tile (1/4"-2") a.co/63INwm0
Like John Hammond I feel you should have used the “ Spared no expense” phrase about 500 times! Great build!!
Lol, maybe I'll have to say that in the next build 🤣.
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Wow. My dream tank
Thank you, and give it a go. It's fairly easy once you get started
Finally found a satisfying video with all details. Now i can use this as my inspiration for my very first enclosure.Thank you.
I would like to ask how long you run the ventilation fan.
I'm glad you found my channel and finding helpful. I just uploaded an update on this enclosure yesterday. Day 1 - day 662.
I run the fans from 930am to 1130am, and 530pm to 730pm. I might add a half hour long duration in the middle ofnthose times after I mad some adjustments once the plants grow in some more (I trimmed a lot of them back) but the more plants the more I'll run them.
I am watching again and again this same video. Each time i watch i get more ideas. I will definitely watch your other videos . Thank a lot for the reply. Keep up the good work. Happy new year.
@AnoopAKumar-zs1ry awesome, there is definitely a lot going on in this build that all comes together real nice. The most important thing is you have fun while creating your enclosure. Lmk if you have any questions along the way!
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@@bradsbioactivebuilds Sure.. that was so nice of you. Thank you
Grate video love stuff like this always gives me ideas 💡 and stuff I would never of thought of my self ❤
Thank you and glad you enjoyed it!
This acrylic or glass?
The enclosure is an exo terra made out of glass.
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Thats my dream!!
@@bentheaquaman9436 take on the challenge and enjoy building one 🤘💯🤘
What is that green frog?
It's a glass frog. Super cool species. I have a few closeup photos on my Instagram.
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I tried to follow this and failed miserably 😂
🤣 I get it but give it another go, 2nd times a charm! You got this 🤘💯🦎🐸🐍🐢🌱
@@bradsbioactivebuilds thank you! Yea it’s just a bit hard to get all the right materials too because of where I’m from
What size viv is this?
36x18x36 exo terra.
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Thank you for the shout out. That's great may have to collaborate on my future tank!
Thank you and the lid you make is awesome. Turning point for the hobby! Let's collaborate and build something cool!
Does the curigated plastic tough can it hold alot of substrate?
Yes it has been holding up well. But I started using polygem Zoopoxy since I build this enclosure. For my next paludarium build I will be using that over the corrugated plastic to make it even more secure!
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Thanks links to the zoopoxy I'm planning on doing a build.. YOU ARE A GREAT TEACHER
@Javier-kr5vx of course. I have some links to polygem Zoopoxy in my last video I uploaded. It also goes over how to ally it.
Thank you for your support!
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Mannnn I want one!
Take on the challenge and build it. I'm sure you'll do great! Especially if you're having fin doing it!
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Is there a difference in the pink foam board or can I use the green/blue
To my knowledge no, I have never used green or blue but I have seen other use it. It might just be a patten or something.
Hope this helps
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@bradsbioactivebuilds thanks it does, going to be starting a build for my boa that's about out grown his tank and just want to make sure I order anything I need or not with I stuff I can pick up locally.
@jamesjenkins9655 I'm glad it helped and most supplies you should be able to find at the hardware store or Amazon. Most of my videos have links in the description of materials used. If you need something that is not listed lmk and I'll do my best to add it.
If you're going a boa build, check out the 7 part series I did in my play lists.
Have fun building!
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7:37 effing brilliant! ☮️❤️🌈
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Thank you so much for doing such a detailed video of the process! Seeing you drill the holes has made me a lot less scared to drill into my own tank. And that air duct is genius! Just wondering why you decided to have the air flow from the bottom up instead of the other way around?
Thank you, Jathmin! If you have some extra glass laying around, do a test first. Butnit really is super simple. Just let the weight of the drill do the work.
The airducts add so much to the build. I have the air flow blowing up bit I'm sure it can be done either way. I just thought it would be more natural to have the air/wind at the top.
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Amazing
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What size drill bit you used and what size bulk head?
Off the topnof my head I'm not entirely sure. But I put a link to the drill bits in the description. It comes with a few different sizes. I drilled the template into a peice if scrap plywood and test fitted the bulkhead in the plywood to the tightest fitting hole before using it on the glass.
Hope thay helped!
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@@bradsbioactivebuilds thank you 💞
@Living_Ghetto_fab of course, I'll try to get the size. But from what I remember, the drill bits were not identified with sizes.
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excellent
Thank you
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Omg
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This is a legit question, I want a build like this for a 36x18x36 so badly, but between my work, my disability and knowing my limits as a DIYer, I would much rather pay someone like you to build something like this for me. How much would you charge to build this for someone? Including cost of all materials and labor? Hell, I’d pay you all upfront and trust you would not screw me over. I am truly curious!?! Without a doubt the best custom enclosure I have ever seen!!!
Thank you Mark, I wouldn't know where to start as far as a price point would be to where it would be worth my time and the consumers' $. But feel free to shoot me a message on Instagram with what you had in mind.
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Thanks for this video!
Of course! Subscribe for more videos I'm working on 🙂
How well is the dry lock holding up after having running water over it for 10 months? I've been looking at different materials I'm wanting to make a paladarium with my 180 gallon aquarium.
Holds up great. But I also did a coat a day for like 10 or 12 days (overkill but I wanted to be safe not sorry, been there done that lol) No leaks, that I can tell evidence by waterline. I liked doing the xps board because it's a lot less pourise than spray foam. (Sprayfoam has more potential to not have everything covered), and it's a harder surface. Then Drylok the xps base in a few times. Then sprayfoam over that for details if wanted. Then, drylok over that.I hope that makes sense, lol. 🤘💯🦎🐸🐍🐢. I'll be doing a year update when the time comes