BEST DIY BIO SWIRL FILTER EVER...UNDER $20

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  • Hey everyone this is a video of my way of making a 5 gallon bucket biological swirl filter made out of dollar store sponges and scrubbers and 1/2 inch PVC pipe all for under $20 ... This video is step by step of how I make my filters they work for me and I hope they work for you..If NOT build your own lol......
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    Materials I used
    1 - 5 gallon bucket (food grade safe)
    2 - lid for 5 gallon bucket (sealable)
    3 - dollar store .. trash can type basket to hold up media
    4 - 1/2 inch PVC (about a foot an a half should do cut to size
    5 - 2 - 45's 1/2 inch ...for the swirl
    6 - T 1/2 & 1 - 1/2 inch straight pipe to pipe
    7 - 1 1/2 pipe connect Modified for spouse
    8 - For the drain I used a 1/2 inch pipe connector with the cap off 1 side thread that into bucket and a 1/2 inch ball value to flush muck
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    THE PUMP I USED - POND BOSS ..525 GALLONS PER HOUR
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  • @MYANIMALHOUSE
    @MYANIMALHOUSE  5 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    HEY EVERYONE THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR WATCHING THIS VIDEO.. DO TO THE EXTRA LOVE THIS VIDEO IS GETTING I'M NOW MAKING A VIDEO... SHOWING HOW TO FLUSH IT OUT AND TAKE IT APART AND GO OVER EVERYTHING... AND MY EXPERIMENT THIS SUMMER & HOW I HAVE MINE HOOKED UP ...KEEP AN EYE OUT AND HIT THE BELL

    • @randomizer3775
      @randomizer3775 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      how much does it cost to build this, it seem you put lots of $1 stuff in there but its add up. Maybe better off buying a used filter? Or buy them in bulk online.

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@randomizer3775 it's around 20 bucks and yes most of the Media is from the dollar store ...I just did a maintenance video showing how to maintain it ..If you like doing stuff yourself it's a great build ..Take Care & Stay Wild!!!!

    • @randomizer3775
      @randomizer3775 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@MYANIMALHOUSE yeah I have to agree doing thing yourself feel so good to accomplish something and its like yeah I build that, thanks for reminding me, I've always loved DYI but my family always against it lol.

    • @mensonleblanc616
      @mensonleblanc616 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How do you feel about a UV light

    • @peterrei280
      @peterrei280 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice video. I think some problem could rise in sponges cleaning, you should remove all rocks above.

  • @nancyjanegrimes7897
    @nancyjanegrimes7897 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I did it! I built it!
    I will be adding a skimmer to the pump intake.

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thats awesome...I appreciate the feed back

    • @nancyjanegrimes7897
      @nancyjanegrimes7897 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MYANIMALHOUSE I originally used a hose from a cpap which perfectly fit the outside of the 1/2 in pvc, BUT it is evidently not sunproof. After about a month, the hose sprung a thousand leaks. What type and size of hose should I use to connect the 1/2 in input to my pond pump?

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@nancyjanegrimes7897 I used one of the adapters that come with the pump ...I had to sand down the inside of the 1/2 pvc until the adapter fit inside tight

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nancyjanegrimes7897 Watch this Skip to 9:30 th-cam.com/video/_qLmB38uhrs/w-d-xo.html

  • @DrumFilterRau
    @DrumFilterRau 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Appreciate the video! You might find a drum filter even more convenient - it’s automatic, cleans water effectively, and handles even small particles that other filters might miss. The maintenance is simple, and the electricity costs are super low - around 50 cents a month. For those looking for efficiency and ease, this is an ideal solution for pond maintenance.

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I appreciate you watching 👀

  • @ArcadeRob937
    @ArcadeRob937 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    My wife found your video ..
    we have a 600 gallon koi pond outside. Your bucket technique worked amazing, cleared it overnight.. so I decided to upgrade it and made one with your design using a 55 gallon blue drum.. thank you for your video

    • @78tag
      @78tag 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have been contemplating a design for a 55'er myself for a couple of years now. I have found that it is mostly the mechanical filtering that is doing most of the water clarification.

    • @justbecause3187
      @justbecause3187 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@78tag the design in this video looks to be about 80% mechanical/bio filter and 20% swirl separator, so you could definitely build better stand alone swirl filters if you wanted to. It does look pretty good for an all in one solution and I don't doubt it does a great job, but it would still be interesting to see how much of the solids the swirl part manages to catch.

  • @adonisperezabreu3163
    @adonisperezabreu3163 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The best and simplest video ever 😊

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I appreciate you watching 👀

  • @Marcomarcony1
    @Marcomarcony1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    WOW the best filter I ever watch. Thanks so much.

  • @lindawhittinghill9439
    @lindawhittinghill9439 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    There are some really mean people out there. So many negative comments. This is a good diy build. Like the man says, "if you don't like it , build your own".
    When you're done with that build make sure you post it. I'd love to see the feedback you get.

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yeah what Linda said lol I appreciate you commenting 🤜💥🤛

  • @paulbingo1551
    @paulbingo1551 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dollar tree sponge. That's awesome thank you

  • @beesteady1774
    @beesteady1774 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video, detailed, simple to understand. Thank you

  • @JH-un1vt
    @JH-un1vt ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Joe Camel...awesome!

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol I have a bunch of old Joe camel 🐫 stuff

  • @micheler3011
    @micheler3011 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video thanks for sharing. Stay safe and stay blessed!

  • @dreamhairbykaren3259
    @dreamhairbykaren3259 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Very good video! This is pretty much a small skippy filter but with a clean out added. Skippy says never clean them ever ever...but I can't wrap my head around that. I had one for about 15 years. I grew plants in it and the root system basically took over until it was impossible to clean. At that point I just let it do its thing. Never had a problem.

  • @kevindorman8369
    @kevindorman8369 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I built one using this method and it has lasted for years. Its in a large rectabgle bin so not as strong as a bucket and it has finally sprung a leak. I'll be building a pond soon in the back yard and moving my turtles out there from the garage setup. I plan on using a 7gal bucket. Great video. 👍

    • @kevindorman8369
      @kevindorman8369 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The only thing i would add is maybe cut out some sections out of the upside down bucket where the water can flow straight out of the 90° pipes into the main bucket easier. Really create a swirl. I used an upside down metal crate and the flow was insane.

  • @LamWilliamLamWilliam
    @LamWilliamLamWilliam 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Its a very good idea to use these easily available cheap materials as the filter media & also acts as a Bio filter. I will build one to see the result.

  • @gamesandsoftwares1441
    @gamesandsoftwares1441 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    im planning on starting to raise some tilapia , this video is awesome i will use this video as my guide thanks for sharing

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@gamesandsoftwares1441 I appreciate you watching 👀

  • @cateyes9484
    @cateyes9484 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent video great information 😊

  • @jasonpage6952
    @jasonpage6952 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I just build a filter based on your design with slight variations and installed it on a 14’x36” pool. That my son has a couple large bass and a large sunfish in. We use the original pool filter /pump without the cartridge filter as the pump. Within 2 or 3 days the murky water was crystal clear leaving only some sediment on the pool floor. Works great! Thanks for the info.

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That's awesome I have a IG link below would be awesome to see some pics hit me up ...Thanks for watching and commenting I appreciate it..Stay SAFE!!!

    • @suponsports8144
      @suponsports8144 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thats a pretty big pool and your diy filter/pump must be pretty effective

  • @bubblesbutterfly1235
    @bubblesbutterfly1235 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    OMGoodness yer a diy’er too😀 this is gonna be fun to watch! And you can never go wrong at the dollar store… I definitely need to buy a drill.

  • @raisinggoldfishonabudget7058
    @raisinggoldfishonabudget7058 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I mine in a 55 gal barrel cut in 1/2 & got my hornwort & bacopa & jungle Val it
    I put a 1/2 sized milk create in the bottom & screen over it & put 3-4 bags of
    river rock in 1st then lava rock on top then capped it with crush coral & put
    bacopa plant's & jungle Val in the media & hornwort is just floating on top.
    I have it hooked up to my 110 gal bait stock tank & the water is SO CLEAN.

  • @caroldavies3826
    @caroldavies3826 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great tips. I'm going to have to alter mine for a larger scale.
    Thanks for sharing how to do one inexpensive and easily.

  • @awomanandthesea9022
    @awomanandthesea9022 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good job! 😃💪👍👍👍
    Good saving! 💵💵💵💰

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you..I appreciate it

  • @MiguelHernandez-rq6ih
    @MiguelHernandez-rq6ih 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very good aidea

  • @heathermcbride4372
    @heathermcbride4372 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Im going to build a duck pond filter tonight using this basic concept. On the bottom will be the same until the green sponges. I am going to replace those and use the large blue sheet of macropore furnace filter found at hardware stores for under$6. 3 -4 layers of that then lava rock. I am using a large bruit trash can. Cost will be around $100 for one much larger. Thank you for this great video and making my mind up of what system I am going to use.

  • @GreymsView-ix8yi
    @GreymsView-ix8yi ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video - I make all my own filters as well.

  • @markcook5939
    @markcook5939 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks bro I’ll give that a try

  • @evertkleynhans2617
    @evertkleynhans2617 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow, excellent video and super great filter.

  • @master6676
    @master6676 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really good ideas. Thanks for sharing.

  • @persistentfx5446
    @persistentfx5446 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best video so far. Thanks

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for watching and commenting..I appreciate it 🤜💥🤛

  • @patrickappiah9240
    @patrickappiah9240 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Toptop top Sir 👍👍👍

  • @spencermcalpine8021
    @spencermcalpine8021 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Gave this s shot today since I have 4 small l ponds now. Simple to build and spent 21.45 in parts. Will update in a few days on how it turned out. Thanks for the project

  • @gxrluv
    @gxrluv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The engineering behind this its good thank you sir for such a great video I'm recreating this!

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hell yeah good luck on the build..And thanks for watching 👀

  • @uncleknife9887
    @uncleknife9887 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yep, this is as sweet ass of a home made DIY doohickey as you are ever gonna lay eyes on. I know that sombitch is gonna work like a charm. The only changes I will make is, I'm using a 25 gallon blue water tank & I will not add 2 giant rocks to hold down the media. Respectfully, in my opinion, it's a waste of valuable filtration space. I will add a fine pea gravel atop of a finer mesh seperator. Thanks a million for the killer easy to understand and afford filter design video. It helped Ole WW out quite a bit.
    Go easy pimp & GOD Bless!

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank so much for watching and the awesome feedback ....let me know how yours works out ..Best of luck and Take Care & Stay Wild

  • @joaomoguel4086
    @joaomoguel4086 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video... keep up the good work.

  • @darthblunt3833
    @darthblunt3833 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great design bro. Perfect timing as well, getting ready to replace my mini pond filter and like this better than my last one I built. Just subbed, Awesome you're helping people still 2 years after you dropped this!!!

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks for watching...I have an IG link down below if you have any questions 🤜💥🤛

    • @darthblunt3833
      @darthblunt3833 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MYANIMALHOUSE sweet man I appreciate the advice and will def follow on IG regardless, you were pretty clear so think I'm good, awesome to see you use the potscrubbers for media, I use them in a fx6 I run, great money saver

  • @burnerjack01
    @burnerjack01 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Subbed in memory of Joe Camel. Tough at the end for him but back in the day, he was a smooth dude.

  • @joesiever4844
    @joesiever4844 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just made a 5 gallon bucket canister filter for my aquascape tank, it contain only biomedia. Using the same swirling effect on bottom. A prefilter is fit on the intake to collect the dirt. Wish I found your video earlier, my design would be more perfect. Hope I can make better filter next time. Tx for the inspiration.

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for watching & the awesome comment...Take Care & Stay Wild!!!

  • @jonmatthews4254
    @jonmatthews4254 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great design.

  • @stubbsaquatics6080
    @stubbsaquatics6080 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good information.. I know I am late to this vid.. I have multiple ponds.. Always looking a way to increase filtration

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for taking the time to watch

    • @stubbsaquatics6080
      @stubbsaquatics6080 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@MYANIMALHOUSE Thanks for the good video..

  • @bubblesbutterfly1235
    @bubblesbutterfly1235 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is very interesting you’re using the loofah for showers and then you’re using the two different kinds of scrubby‘s that have a different consistency or holes in them I don’t know how to say it but that makes a lot of sense. This is genius and I’m gonna be quiet now and finish watching lol...

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks 😊

    • @bubblesbutterfly1235
      @bubblesbutterfly1235 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@MYANIMALHOUSE I have a question if you purchased something like this how much would it cost?

  • @edgararcega3046
    @edgararcega3046 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Interesting idea. I had a idea of my own prior to this but it was more on the vacuum side of things. Basically a canister where the pump sucked the water into the bucket and pushed it out a pipe out the top or side but this may be easier build

  • @sidofmidd
    @sidofmidd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video definitely going to build my own filter now thanks man 👍

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you for watching 👀

  • @EdwardTyndall
    @EdwardTyndall 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    this is an awesome idea brother i love it i will be making one for my koi pond

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for stopping in...Take Care & Stay Wild & SAFE!!!!

    • @EdwardTyndall
      @EdwardTyndall 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MYANIMALHOUSE thanks for this awesome video i am very excited about this my life is going to be a lot better very soon thanks to your total awesomeness brother you take care and stay wild and safe

  • @suponsports8144
    @suponsports8144 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome video; easy to follow. Thanks bud!

  • @jovanvilla7454
    @jovanvilla7454 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I want to do a very similar build for my stock tank pond, but I’d like to use a planter pot they sell at Home Depot that’s more heavy duty.

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I appreciate you watching 👀

  • @animulovers3881
    @animulovers3881 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome sir thats gives me an idea for my future pond

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for watching & ill have a update video this spring

  • @zzman5306
    @zzman5306 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    All those sponges seem like they would be a beast to clean individually

  • @donaldraya
    @donaldraya 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    God bless you sir!!

  • @bubblesbutterfly1235
    @bubblesbutterfly1235 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That was really cool !

  • @brycehess6708
    @brycehess6708 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have a 55 Ballon plastic barrel version and I filled it with wiffle balls and a layer of biochar 👍

  • @jaredcampbell8220
    @jaredcampbell8220 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    love the video man! i like this idea i might adda polish and filter media to the top but other than that i think this might work out great!

  • @lauraclay8708
    @lauraclay8708 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    i really like your bio filter. i am in the process of gathering the materials to make something similar using a 30 gal trash can using matala mats. i hope maybe on your next video you might show your pond. thanks for a realy good how--to....i like your way of putting it together.happy ponding!

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have 2 videos part 1 and 2 about the ponds it's in

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      th-cam.com/video/4vhEYc9iW-U/w-d-xo.html

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's part 1

  • @Greg-tj8rg
    @Greg-tj8rg 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Been considering trying to pick up a hot tub free off craigslist or something as a pond. Nice to see other people are doing that too.

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The hot tub pond started me in the pond game ...And that filter runs it like a champ ...I have a video coming out tomorrow on how maintenance the filter ....Thanks for watching Take Care & Stay Wild!!!!

  • @FishHeavens
    @FishHeavens 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I reffer use Cotton where the water comes in and then filtermedia based on stones ,becouse spongfilters only get the dirt away make your aquarium clear but not holding mutch good bacteria in and not filtering mutch the nitrade with media filter stones (Matrix) it balance your Amonia ,nitrades ....

  • @MTFISHER
    @MTFISHER 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Amazing DIY build! Very clear explanation.
    I started raising Tilapias (not aquaponics but to breed and consume) and the amount of waste they produce is beyond explanation lol. Been looking for something like this to help with the poop cleaning. Will definitely be building something similar some time soon.

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I appreciate the comment ..🤜💥🤛

    • @beesteady1774
      @beesteady1774 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey,
      How is your Tilapia raising going? I also recently started raising Tilapia, so would be very interested in your success.

  • @spiceupyuhlife9464
    @spiceupyuhlife9464 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    its really awesome, thanks for sharing your idea.

  • @alexphouston2000
    @alexphouston2000 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm going to try this out tomorrow.. gonna make some small changes and possibly tweak some things.. thanks for the idea

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching would love to see a pic or alil video..... My Instagram is JUSTIN'S_ANIMAL_HOUSE... Take Care & Stay Wild

  • @PlantZone
    @PlantZone 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks man.

  • @mr.eugenekrabs1531
    @mr.eugenekrabs1531 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks this vid really helped me out

  • @abigail_mcleod
    @abigail_mcleod 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks , its helps a lot . but i have question please , what make this filter Bio since did not use any organic material ? sorry i just wondering where this Bio name came from .

  • @thomaswolf9297
    @thomaswolf9297 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My first 5g is a success, but having moved up to a 500 gallon pool pond I'm upscaling and improving the design. I obtained a 50 gallon brine tank from my former employer and spent another 75$+ for the inside goodies and PVC. I'll let you know how it goes it's basically commercial grade.

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Awesome can't wait ...I have a IG link below send a pic of you I would like to see it when your done ....Take Care & Stay Wild!!!!

  • @rubylopez2353
    @rubylopez2353 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this thank you

  • @kingjeffishere
    @kingjeffishere 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So....I thought you were just kidding when you said hot tub pond, but then at the end I saw that you were as serious as a heart attack! Had to subscribe , lol

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lol lol I have other videos showing the Hot Tub Pond ...Thanks for watching 👀

  • @meanmugaquatics4063
    @meanmugaquatics4063 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Enjoyed the video, used a couple of your ideas on my design. When I pull it apart next time I'll do a video and post a link.

  • @adminsroserobertson
    @adminsroserobertson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great design👏👏👏👍

  • @margaretfrazier181
    @margaretfrazier181 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Where did you place the bucket and camouflage it . That would have been good to see.

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I didn't camouflage it ...I have a maintenance video and a hot tub into a pond video that show the setup

    • @margaretfrazier181
      @margaretfrazier181 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MYANIMALHOUSE thanks

  • @verbon5434
    @verbon5434 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. Thanks.

  • @caewalker9276
    @caewalker9276 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I just watched an aquaponics video where the solids filter was filled with shade cloth. Thanks. I'm definitely going to try this one.

  • @taurus1127
    @taurus1127 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice one..I will try one myself..thank you ..Top man 👍🏼

  • @shazown
    @shazown 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Can I enter water to the filter bucket by making a hole in bottom of the bucket ? Is that necessary to put pvc pipe like that and enter water from top like you did ?

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You can run the water line any way ...on my filter in comes in from the top but is piped to the bottom inside the filter ...Good Luck with your filter 🤜💥🤛

  • @SamanthaNickole02
    @SamanthaNickole02 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The swirling motion aided by the 45 degree elbows at the bottom helps prevent channeling in a major way! I’ve never seen that done before. Genius!!😀
    I agree with a few others regarding filter media:
    Lava rocks (or bio balls) instead of all the pads and rocks. Adding some pillow batting at the very top of your rocks will really help keep your water crystal-clear!
    Lastly, you should eliminate the extra hole in the lid. It’s not needed. You only need one input and one output.😉
    Awesome bio filter!😃
    Thank you for your video.😁

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for watching & commenting!!!

  • @n8vtxn3BlueGrass
    @n8vtxn3BlueGrass 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Btw- Loved the video! Now I want to get busy and build another pond! You’re an inspiration, and I liked seeing the repurposed items and Dollar store items! Thanks for the great ideas!

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks so much for watch and commenting means alot...And thanks for becoming a part of my TH-cam family!!!

  • @zain142
    @zain142 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you think this size with the 5 gallon bucket would work well for a 300 gallon stock tank? Or would I have to go with a bigger setup and same design like a trash can style instead of bucket ?

  • @macgyver5108
    @macgyver5108 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    WOW! There's a blast from the past! That big metal 68"x38" Camel Joe advertising sign is worth around $800 bucks now... 23:58 sorry, what'd you say? 😜 I'm in the process of redesigning a pump/filter debris skimmer for my Dad's 1800 gallon Koi pond so thanks for the ideas. I think I'm going to build a massive version of something like this but "upside-down", with the feed pipe swirl "T" up top, layers of fine filter media on top, then rocks at the bottom around the pump and also a valve at the bottom too so you can open it and let any super fine sediment flush out every so often into a hidden French drain. All that is just to keep the pump clear and working, which feeds up to two big bio-filter drums. With the feed coming from the top I think it should be easier to clean out larger debris or possibly even be "maintenance free"? (The pond is under a bunch of Fir trees, so lots of stupid NEEDLES to deal with...)

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol want to buy it ...I have a ton of old Joe camel stuff Lots of signs, cups, shirts, lighters lots of stuff now I think about it lol Thanks for watching 👀

    • @macgyver5108
      @macgyver5108 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@MYANIMALHOUSE "Ebay it!" On second thought... keep it a few more years, it's only going to go up in value and could buy a nice retirement vacation or maybe a motorcycle!?

  • @skully70
    @skully70 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love everything about this.
    I have one question/concern:
    @10:40 you put a loofa in-between the drain line and the black swirl piece. Wouldn't you want that spot to be completely clear to allow any sediment in the bottom to be flushed out?

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Trying to get more of the water to go threw the middle of the filter

    • @qprof
      @qprof 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It looked like he put it above and to the side of it, not in front of the inside of the waste drain exit.... as you suggest putting the loofa in the opening of the drain would block the dirty scum from exiting in the bottom when doing a regular flush, which is not his intention.

  • @charliejohnson3344
    @charliejohnson3344 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I would like to see a video on how easy it is to clean. Looks like a nightmare. Great video on the construction.

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I have a maintenance Video in my playlist

    • @nancyjanegrimes7897
      @nancyjanegrimes7897 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I followed this and cleaning was not difficult. I lift my bucket onto a chair and drain it into containers to water my flowers. They love the nutrients in the sludge. Then I rinse out with clean water for several minutes into one of my flower gardens until the water looks clearer.

    • @Lokismom808
      @Lokismom808 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Damn that’s a lot of sponges 😂

  • @ajpichalski4428
    @ajpichalski4428 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    is the lid water tight? do you have a link where its from if it is?

  • @minarooda
    @minarooda 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very cool!! I think this is my next pond project. What is the bottom intake hose with valve for? Is that where you can hook it to a garden hose for easy filling of your pond?

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The bottom is a drain for the filter to flush the muck out ...Thanks for watching!!!

  • @Haydu_lion
    @Haydu_lion 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you 🙏

  • @susanwolding1
    @susanwolding1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I used paint sponges and lava rock, bio balls in the bottom, but one thing that really helped was a 5 gallon paint strainer netting that fits perfect. I have to clean it every week cause of pond sludge, but it's working! My feed is at the top and bottom output. After weeks, the sponges clogged and I also had gauze netting above the sponges. So its bio balls on the bottom, then lava, then sponges, gauze the paint strainer net. I slice the tubing with a T connection, so it sprays out with stoppers on the ends. So now Im using bio, lava and paint strainer, cause I was cleaning every weekend and there were some times it clogged and flooded out. So no it wont clog, I clean it every two weeks by dumping and rinsing. Im not happy and want something better.

    • @teal_2v338
      @teal_2v338 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Maybe the size of the filter is just to small for the size of you pond? They say 10% of the pond size.. so this 5 gallon only good for a 50 gallon pond max .. bigger then that you have problems and cleaning more often..

  • @Nephilen2030
    @Nephilen2030 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video keep them coming.

  • @kennethbrown998
    @kennethbrown998 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m wondering could I use the same concept for a 75 gallon fish aquarium or is that not necessary to do that………lol

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's more of a outdoor filter....But when it comes to DIY projects you can make anything happen if you put your mind to it...Thanks for watching 👀

  • @piggyparade
    @piggyparade 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    how do you clean them or do you just start over with a new one? How long does one last? Thanks!

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is my Maintenance Video th-cam.com/video/_qLmB38uhrs/w-d-xo.html

  • @ddeboy002
    @ddeboy002 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    2 45s each side work best for swirl. If you use 90s it slows the water down. 2 45s each side you get a real powerful swirl.

  • @damionedwards4033
    @damionedwards4033 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i think you should put the rocks in first kinda help keep the solid own

  • @AZtoNC
    @AZtoNC 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How many gallons approximately could a single filter like this maintain? Thank you

  • @kimwillis2348
    @kimwillis2348 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I built my filter with milk crate with 4 mesh bags full of rocks and screen with a piece of filter pad

  • @ThatGuy-dj3qr
    @ThatGuy-dj3qr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I got to the end of the video before I figured out what was going on. So, if I understand what this is, it is a pressurized (versus gravity) biofilter. The outlet in the bottom (which I didn't see you use) must be for cleaning the unit. Is this correct? I would have liked to see how you go about cleaning this unit. I am just beginning to learn about biofilters and am attempting to understand the benefits of pressurized versus gravity drain biofilters.

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      th-cam.com/video/_qLmB38uhrs/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching

  • @tonyl4438
    @tonyl4438 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I think bioballs or lava rocks would cut down on the maintenance, removing all those sponges when they start to clogged is gonna make a lot of people not due the required cleaning. Love the swirl feature, I do that on my saltwater mixing station.

    • @mymido4322
      @mymido4322 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He never mentioned when cleaning scrubs pads and sponges are a real pain in the butt too much time consuming.☹️👎😔🥵 I did mine not too happy.🥵🥵🥵

  • @randypotter5160
    @randypotter5160 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice version... Try lava rocks more filtration on top. hmmm I need to take some pics of mine for you.

  • @reneemharrington
    @reneemharrington 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It worked for me !

  • @KickAssets
    @KickAssets ปีที่แล้ว

    There are so many videos on filters on youtube...all slightly different. Very confusing. I have 2 small ponds with a small river connecting them. I was thinking of making something simple filter where my punk draws water from the LEFT pond through a hose over to my right my pond side but drains into a bucket first...and inside this id put a hole at the bottom with some rocks...then on top of the rocks some polyfil and then on top of the polyfill id have some kitchen sponges and on top of the kitchen sponds id have a pasta strainer to catch big things... does that sound insane? And does the order of the things sound correct. Oh and I am unsure what the difference between polyfill and sponge purpose is.

  • @thomaswolf9297
    @thomaswolf9297 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What did you use for the inner black container? I'm attempting to use a dollar store colander and it's restricting the dimensions. I opted for 90-degree elbows though. Otherwise, the design is straight forward, I'll be using different filter media but the same principle. Thanks for the video

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Its was from the dollar store too ..Its was a step stool thing I cut it down and drilled hole in it ...Thanks for watching

    • @thomaswolf9297
      @thomaswolf9297 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@MYANIMALHOUSE I managed to make the colander work, just had to zip tie the PVC to it vs. use PVC female to female to clamp it. My drain hole had a tiny leak so I hit that with some water-grade silicone, but I think it's functional. Inspired by yours and other similar ones, thank you. If it ends up working well I'll post a picture, it's a slightly different design - waiting for the silicone to cure right now.

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@thomaswolf9297 That's killer I have an INSTAGRAM link in the description...send a pic would be cool to see

    • @thomaswolf9297
      @thomaswolf9297 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MYANIMALHOUSE I snapped a shot of my tank for a friend earlier - i.imgur.com/h6cLoED.jpg | That's about 30 blue tilapia in a 40 gallon (Getting overstocked, switching to IBC totes as soon as I can) I'll have to take pictures of the inside when I go to tweak the design. I may add a little length to the 1" pvc holding the 90 degree elbows inside and above that I have green pond filter media cut in a circle. 3/4" PVC in, 1" out - I opted for 1" Uniseal on the output. My Drain line is set up that way just for convenience of removing solids to 5 gallon buckets and/or PWC's. Running on a simple 400gph pump. So far so good, no more leaks, but I need to configure the tank so the flow is directed towards the pump and not the HOB filters. I also didn't need to add biomedia to mine, though I am considering it. I tricked out the inside of those HOB filters :P

    • @thomaswolf9297
      @thomaswolf9297 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@MYANIMALHOUSE I made a few modifications, including using mesh bags full of hydroclay and lava rock above the pond filter media cut to a circle which I now doubled up. It definitely works as my first weeks cleaning has demonstrated. I had an issue with overflow due to a reverse siphon (didn't lose any fish luckily) but that was a simple fix by cutting a small hole into the inline hosing above where the water breaks just inside the 3/4" tube - if the power kills it immediately breaks the reverse. I added 90 degree 1" elbows inside and outside and extended the 1" PVC to reduce water splatter. Tank is looking pristine after a cleaning during the overflow incident; my main problem now is overstocking and the HOB's pulling current away from the pump, as well as the pump getting clogged therefore reducing what it sucks in. I'm exploring options. I'll post pictures when I have a "finished" build - it's functional but it can be improved. I definitely recommend installing a reverse siphon break, I would have lost all of my fish had I not checked on them at that precise time.

  • @rajeshp2408
    @rajeshp2408 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice

  • @jamescodling8641
    @jamescodling8641 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great work buddy 👍

  • @makatitalent5422
    @makatitalent5422 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video... The main issue that jumped out was when you finished by filling the filter with tap water that contains chlorine or chlarimaines. Instead, use aquarium water, or precondition your water. I prepare all my filter media in a big laundry sacka in the flow of a differnt filter, aquarium, or pond to grow a bio film. Spend the time to grow your beneficial biome just as your would your livestock. Never rinse your filter media with tap water because it kills off your bacteria. It will save you weeks of having to reestablishing the colony of beneficial bacteria. That being said, the design was very cost effectve and effecient. Also, this is not a swirl filter as the media is stationary. A swirl filter utilizes the same as spinning principal as a cyclonic partical seperator in a wood shop dust colletcor. Keep up the great educational work. :) I'm a biologist that managed millions of gallons of aquatic life. I enjoyed watching your video. GinoJazz.com

  • @nocturnal5906
    @nocturnal5906 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks like a good enough idea, hopefully it won't be a nitrate factory.

  • @sarahcooley5772
    @sarahcooley5772 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey, it's me, the PetSmart girl. Lol. I subscribed. : )

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol That's way cool ...Welcome to the channel ..Thanks for watching..Take Care & Stay Wild!!!

    • @endlesssewingarts7658
      @endlesssewingarts7658 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      HI HI THAT'S FANTASTIC! THANK YOU GLAD YOU FOUND IT. THAT'S SO COOL!

  • @poetic5501
    @poetic5501 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    nice video with good information

  • @1DanielleLouise
    @1DanielleLouise 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a question that hopefully isn't too stupid ;) Since the water is going into the bottom, why does it need to go into the bucket from the top? Why not enter at the bottom?

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You can run the pipe how ever it works for you ...I just sit the filter on the side of the pond... Thanks for watching 👀

    • @1DanielleLouise
      @1DanielleLouise 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MYANIMALHOUSE Oh! Thanks for the quick response and for making the video. It's been a big help.

  • @deerkings
    @deerkings 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video sir. How often do you have to clean your bucket out. The only reason why I'm asking is I have a 150 gallon holding tank witch I have bluegill and other fish in the tank.

    • @MYANIMALHOUSE
      @MYANIMALHOUSE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Depends on the fish load ..I would start with maybe every 2 weeks flush it out ...Just see what comes out if it's bad go to once week ..And if not alot in it go to once a month ....i have a video of the break down & flush out ...link is in this video ...Thanks for watching and commenting