EASY!! DIY aquarium filter for ANY SIZE fish tank

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  • @cmcmillan22
    @cmcmillan22 3 роки тому +49

    Can confirm that being a member is the bomb

    • @Froggyz2495
      @Froggyz2495 3 роки тому +1

      Can double confirm!

    • @kcpnicks3472
      @kcpnicks3472 3 роки тому

      How can i be a member❤

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      @Froggyz2495 3 роки тому

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    • @kcpnicks3472
      @kcpnicks3472 3 роки тому +1

      @@Froggyz2495 thank you... but there is no join button next to the subscribe button 😢

    • @cmcmillan22
      @cmcmillan22 3 роки тому +1

      @@kcpnicks3472 goto his UA-cam page and there should be a join button, members get wicked behind the scenes

  • @thekingofdiy
    @thekingofdiy  3 роки тому +138

    With the bigger build stuff out of the way, i'll move MUCH faster now. Videos will be out every 2 days moving forward!!

    • @fishdakid895
      @fishdakid895 3 роки тому +2

      Sounds great to me

    • @Larry-rr6ko
      @Larry-rr6ko 3 роки тому

      I was really hopping. OFR was going to take some of your advice. They are great guys with an awesome channel. Thanks Joey for all your help. I'm building a filter for my 180 and using alot of your ideas and plans I to this filter build

    • @briancooke2435
      @briancooke2435 3 роки тому

      Pretty cool idea I like it

    • @captainpabs
      @captainpabs 3 роки тому

      I miss the Tuesday Thursday Sunday routine.

    • @kylelee9172
      @kylelee9172 3 роки тому

      Great news Joey

  • @keithcolley3837
    @keithcolley3837 3 роки тому +74

    I forgot how good Joey was at DIY. It's almost as if he was the king of it.

    • @Baffi_
      @Baffi_ 3 роки тому +1

      Was? Looks like the man still is!

    • @toriless
      @toriless 3 роки тому +1

      but not likely

  • @marypaigeflynn4512
    @marypaigeflynn4512 3 роки тому +15

    Thank you Joey this is what makes you the King of DIY! I'm so broke right now and I'm trying to set up an aquarium this was the perfect solution for what I'm trying to achieve. Luckily I have a few small pumps and some acrylic and I think I can figure it out now! I hope you have a wonderful weekend my friend and thank you for sharing 💪🙏
    ❤️🥰🌿🐟🌿🙌

  • @reefraiders9502
    @reefraiders9502 3 роки тому +5

    You know what joey ! You always come up with something that I find so helpful ! You do really care and help your viewers better there own tanks without trying to promote any brands they need a loan to buy 😂 being in the uk in Newcastle aquarium products are expensive so I try to replicate your ideas when I can ! This filter is getting made this week ! you have made this hobby affordable and enjoyable for me in the last few years thank you !

  • @Baffi_
    @Baffi_ 3 роки тому +5

    Oooo classic King of DIY. This is great.
    How to make AIO tanks 👏.
    Can get those polycarbonate panels in black, or tinted black too. I just see algae growth inside of these becoming an unsightly issue for some

  • @StoneAquatics
    @StoneAquatics 3 роки тому +4

    Let’s go new video! I’ve been watching for about 7 years now!

  • @musician200X
    @musician200X 2 роки тому

    I built this sump in a 10 gallon. I know the amount of filtration is way over kill, but I can hide literally everything back there and do a really nice scape without anything extra in sight. Thanks for all the projects over the years. I cant wait to see what you inspire me to do next.

  • @k9feces
    @k9feces 3 роки тому +2

    If I ever did a big tank I would definitely consider this type of filter. I like the ones that fit in the background.

  • @jasonthompson1474
    @jasonthompson1474 3 роки тому +4

    Bro, it's awesome to see you fired up again! Can't wait to see what's next. 😁

  • @gregorycollins3096
    @gregorycollins3096 Рік тому

    Joey gave a superb presentation to the Sacramento Aquarium Society last month. Informative, entertaining, very likable.

  • @srudedman8503
    @srudedman8503 3 роки тому

    Last night I started doing this with the black acrylic glass that you have done in the past. Doing it for a dumbo mosaic guppies planted tank. Love your channel and been a following you for 6 years now and learned so much from you. Keep up the good work!!!

  • @b.patriotic82
    @b.patriotic82 Рік тому

    I truly love how on fire you are about sharing what you love. It is inspiring to watch and I love the creative ideas you have that bring so much to your aquariums and also to your presentation in your videos. I have learned so much in the short time since i discovered your channel and I truly appreciate you sharing all of the cost effective and resourceful solutions you come up with and how clearly you explain things. Keep doing what you do and never stop. You are providing an invaluable resource to those of us that share a love for various aquatic stuffs. My turtle, Bowser (Mario Bros reference), and his abnormally and freakishly large goldfish roomie, Cleo (Pinocchio reference), 2 plecos, and 3 minnows and a surprisingly fast breeding mess of mystery snails, also extend their heartfelt gratitude for teaching me things that help keep their tank healthy and them happy. They will soon be moving into a much more spacious 55 gallon with a diy basking platform on top (so Bowser can work on his tan more), from their current 29 gallon and your videos have helped me have a good understanding of filtration and tank health and I am now confident that I can diy an awesome filtration system without breaking the bank. I currently have a Fluval 107 canister filter and a hang on double waterfall filter (ugly with a way too strong flowing output) and also under gravel filtration because i figured why not so i know i will need to beef up the filtration because of the bigger tank and ive been trying to decide on what kind to make. I am diy-ing a surface skimmer currently to put the Fluval input tube down into to keep plant parts from clogging the input up as much so hopefully that works like i want it to and am making some fake rocks for the basking platform wall to hide the guts of the platform and make it prettier hopefully. Anyways, i just wanted to share my appreciations and bowsers tank stuff with you and hopefully you enjoyed reading this novel i have just written here and i wouldn't be mad if you had any advice or must watch videos you could direct me to that are also relevant to my situation possibly. Ok so if you are still reading this i will end by saying thank you for your passion and bye.

  • @odanhammer
    @odanhammer 3 роки тому +4

    Videos been out for 10 seconds, already 5 likes.
    Love the filters, gonna have to do this with future tanks

  • @SlimTim_dirty_aquatics
    @SlimTim_dirty_aquatics 3 роки тому +1

    You got me looking at my 30 gallon tall. I’ve really have to say sumps are the best form of filtration; I’ve haven’t had an in tank sump yet. Thanks the inspiration, Fired Up!!!

  • @omarabounada5820
    @omarabounada5820 3 роки тому +1

    one of my all-time favorites and actually this is how i got to be a follower of the king of DIY
    i once made a tanl with this filtration system on both sides.

  • @mofofish_
    @mofofish_ 3 роки тому +3

    Joey, you’re like a mad scientist when it comes to DIY lol, love it 😎

  • @sarno85
    @sarno85 3 роки тому

    I don't know if you read all the comments, but on your last video this is exactly what I asked for. I have a 240 gallon on the way and I want to build an internal filter just like this. I know you've built filters like this in your past videos. I really like the moving bed filter you made.

  • @gouramiparadise3200
    @gouramiparadise3200 3 роки тому +1

    Love the simplicity of this.

  • @LuizNunes74
    @LuizNunes74 3 роки тому +4

    I love that filter. I saw these boards on Home Depot and they are inexpensive. Don't remember the price right now but it was cheap. Too bad I already have my glass lids. Lol

    • @toriless
      @toriless 3 роки тому

      Yep, HD is the place.

  • @irishmanbd8447
    @irishmanbd8447 3 роки тому +3

    Could put a heater in the return. Makes sense because the pump will push the heat around the tank and help heat evenly.

  • @matthewwalker2737
    @matthewwalker2737 3 роки тому

    I made the diy pond skimmer you showed a little while back with my 600gph pump pond stays crystal clear thank you man love your content

  • @jamesgreen9372
    @jamesgreen9372 3 роки тому

    A very creative build that reflects your years of experience,
    Thanks,
    Jim

  • @PatrickJTezak
    @PatrickJTezak 3 роки тому +1

    I love internal filtration! The only filters I use are from your design from LONG ago built from pvc and strong pumps with an airline. Don't have to worry about water outside of the tank and I only have to clean them every 4 months!

    • @nellim9239
      @nellim9239 5 місяців тому

      What is the name of the video ? Thanks

  • @tijuanafishkeepers5782
    @tijuanafishkeepers5782 3 роки тому

    I loved the filtration system I have to try to make one a huge hug and greetings from Tijuana Mexico

  • @philcarlino6942
    @philcarlino6942 3 роки тому

    This is really great. I'm sure you could find black acrylic and use that as the separator and use the cheap boards within the filter to save on cost. Black acrylic might make it look cleaner if you're not going for cheap cheap. I really love this idea and will definitely use this when I some day get a huge tank. I am not a fan of canisters at all and afraid of drilling a tank for a sump. Thank you, Joey, brilliant as always.

    • @toriless
      @toriless 3 роки тому

      You can use pumps without drilling for sumps or refugiums.

  • @mobilechaosyt
    @mobilechaosyt 3 роки тому +1

    I like the Slim Overflows because they take up very little space. I’m sure you would have been able to pipe them separately so both tanks were separate still with sumps, however there is nothing wrong with an internal filter. When done right you get a much easier to maintain system than with a sump.

  • @CasualAquatics
    @CasualAquatics 3 роки тому

    This video is getting quite a bit of discussion in my group might just consider something like this for the 180! Great video joey

  • @willbarmtb2393
    @willbarmtb2393 3 роки тому +1

    Do you need flow so the filter will work more faster and efficient

  • @lithiummoon2992
    @lithiummoon2992 3 роки тому

    I copied doing this filter system after you did it in the white discus tank. Works great on my saltwater set up I currently have running.

  • @michaelleggett5032
    @michaelleggett5032 3 роки тому

    Great idea, built one with parts on hand for a fully contained 10 gallon low flow Betta tank for my daughter.

  • @billybennett8819
    @billybennett8819 3 роки тому +1

    Love watching u really made me want to start my fish hobby

  • @adamwilson5108
    @adamwilson5108 3 місяці тому

    Question, and sorry if it's already been asked and answered, but if the filter is designed for water to simply flow into the filter via gravity how do you keep it filtered when the water level drops below the filters mouth? Obviously the easy answer is to keep water levels consistent, but many of us in the hobby have periods where we find it impossible to do simple maintenance.

  • @Mukipool
    @Mukipool 3 роки тому +2

    Hey man using that material GENIUS!!! i just have one request.

    • @celebnews4463
      @celebnews4463 3 роки тому +1

      What's your request?

    • @Mukipool
      @Mukipool 3 роки тому

      Lol will only tell the king

  • @Bwizzle89
    @Bwizzle89 2 роки тому

    Hey hey hey. Still watching the oldies

  • @youtubeaccount3834
    @youtubeaccount3834 3 роки тому +2

    Unlike other youtubers , who use materials available at home to prove low cost of their build, Joe always shows the actual cost if you buy all new from store

  • @wowdad3055
    @wowdad3055 3 роки тому

    I like the new set up for filtration makes it much easier for fast maintenance.

  • @GBLecci
    @GBLecci 3 роки тому +2

    In top of that, if you don't want to see anything in the filter, you can paint that small portion in black, or maybe use some stickers so you don't have to go with paint... plenty options

  • @philabot
    @philabot 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much for sharing so many ways of doing filters

  • @jescowan26
    @jescowan26 3 роки тому

    looks good ive messed around with hamburg matten filters and this seems like it takes a lot less maintenance, especially if you use a fine substrate

  • @NathanScaglione100G
    @NathanScaglione100G 2 роки тому

    Where do I find the twin wall polycarbonate? And what sealant was used?

  • @neiladdison5614
    @neiladdison5614 3 роки тому

    Love it! That’s basically the same as the filtration in my Fluval Flex.

  • @Lana_Warwick
    @Lana_Warwick 2 роки тому

    WoW King! What an awesome idea, I've been researching sumps for days, & only now realise it can be safely inside, part of the tank. I might make my new tank wider, with full length glass sump along the back, extra partitions, (etc) & use a pump with built in UV light. Have you stopped using lava rock? Cheers!

  • @timbo2clark823
    @timbo2clark823 3 роки тому

    Brilliant totally fantastic never thought of doing this thank you so much wow have two fx6 on mine pain in the arse disconnecting and dragging out from under the cabinet and not wild on sumps this is a game changer

    • @mistadobalina1093
      @mistadobalina1093 2 роки тому

      Sure beats FX cannisters, been doing these for ages

  • @jdoteasy
    @jdoteasy 2 роки тому +2

    Bro is the goat.

  • @paullamb9916
    @paullamb9916 2 роки тому

    What type of pump are you using for a return. I understand the basics of sumps ect but can't grasp the return pump stuff.

  • @tdubb4twenty503
    @tdubb4twenty503 2 роки тому

    Loving this filter Joey, quick question...could a 1/4in(6mm) piece of glass be used to divide the filter from the tank? What would be the cons

  • @philiphall8755
    @philiphall8755 3 роки тому

    Wow that's a cool idea IV been wanting to move away fro canister filters and can't fit a sump so might try this

  • @vidhoard
    @vidhoard Рік тому

    So smart! Do you think this could be modified to work in a 5 gallon tank?

  • @guillermolara8767
    @guillermolara8767 3 роки тому

    This is awesome! This hobby has such a high initial set up, but you are here showing you don't need all the fancy hightech gear.

  • @rodneysmith6150
    @rodneysmith6150 3 роки тому

    I like it. what size of pump?? The reason i ask is now i have to try it

  • @bettaeater
    @bettaeater 3 роки тому

    does it matter that the intake and outlet are at the same level ? would it be better to have one of them at the bottom ?

  • @Dylamos
    @Dylamos 3 роки тому

    Very cool either way man, it's always nice to see the many ways you can do filtration in this hobby. I remember when garbage cans were innovative canister filters that could hold large volumes. This too is very nice.

  • @jesseweston9113
    @jesseweston9113 2 роки тому

    Hi joey. I am just making a similar design to this for a few of my tanks. How is the filter holding up using this material?

  • @CC-nt4zi
    @CC-nt4zi 3 роки тому

    Fantastic video! Can you list out the materials? Is it just regular construction silicon caulk to attach everything.
    I’d like to see if this internal sump can work with smaller tanks. I have a 20gal long and a 40gal tall, and I’m kind of done dealing with external filters (space, noise).

  • @reefraiders9502
    @reefraiders9502 3 роки тому

    Joey do you think there is a way to place a small protein skimmer in here,? Or use a hang on the side one ?

  • @johnburnett1448
    @johnburnett1448 3 роки тому

    What type of pump are you using in that sump... Thank for what you do.

  • @estebanespinoza6670
    @estebanespinoza6670 Рік тому

    Can you tell me what kind of pump that is? I'm thinking of doing this exact same thing but for a 90 gallon tank, I need to know which pump I need

  • @markanthonybrazan5575
    @markanthonybrazan5575 Рік тому

    Can I use corrugated plastic for this filter instead of polycarbonate twinwall?

  • @richt4297
    @richt4297 3 роки тому

    You da man Joey....keep it up dude, great content as always.

  • @waterlover
    @waterlover 3 роки тому

    Awesome aio system very easy to replicate. Thank you for all these awesome diy videos you have always done Joey

  • @rte64rte
    @rte64rte 2 роки тому

    Joey, everytime you say that you have been into fish for like 20 years i go wow thats a long time. Then silly me go i had my first tank in 1984...oh wow I am old, thats longer than 20 years lol..so forgetful here. But you are a bit more into building than me thats for sure. I have also learned more by being old, that I would have laughed at 30 years ago. Enjoy your videos.

  • @reeceevans7084
    @reeceevans7084 3 роки тому

    Iv always wanted you to setup a brackish aquarium.. that's one aquarium I can't wait to see 👌

  • @treed6038
    @treed6038 3 роки тому

    Would you consider Nerite snails and Amano shrimp for your brackish tank? Both need brackish water to spawn, right?

  • @stevenmikel4984
    @stevenmikel4984 3 роки тому

    What about the bucket filter you built? I’m starting one this week. How did it work for you?

  • @fishkartel5719
    @fishkartel5719 2 роки тому

    I love your diy can i do that also in 75 gallon tank?

  • @dreadcthuhlu8560
    @dreadcthuhlu8560 3 роки тому +3

    It’s a great in tank method only thing I’d change is putting it on the back wall so it can be hidden behind the background. But I guess your doing it to show the filter in action.

    • @UnityDoesWhatever
      @UnityDoesWhatever 3 роки тому

      If it were me I’d probably keep it where it’s at but just put like a cool piece of wood or something to cover it, so I can still see it when I want to, but something that looks fresh for other viewers! Putting it in the back is a good idea as well! That was just my thought :)

    • @dreadcthuhlu8560
      @dreadcthuhlu8560 3 роки тому

      @@UnityDoesWhatever that works too

    • @UnityDoesWhatever
      @UnityDoesWhatever 3 роки тому

      @@dreadcthuhlu8560 it be how it be

  • @BogdanBogdan-dk9iv
    @BogdanBogdan-dk9iv 2 роки тому +1

    Nice sistem for easy mentenance but the problem is that u dont have an outlet to the buttom and top flow can not manage the buttom detritus wich will stuck to the buttom left side unfortunatly...

  • @tonymalagisi3352
    @tonymalagisi3352 3 роки тому

    Hey Joey what type of silicone do you use,, awesome filter idea by the way too I might just use this idea

  • @barryoliver8120
    @barryoliver8120 3 роки тому

    Love your diy
    Just wondering I live in New Zealand
    Can I buy your book
    Do you ship to new Zealand
    As I watch every video you put out.

  • @SouthAmericanBiotopeAquariums
    @SouthAmericanBiotopeAquariums 3 роки тому

    Nice Video! What about the dirt on the substrate? Wouldnt it be a possibility to do a second inflow near the bottom and use a streamline pump to get the dirt in there?

  • @sidoniosoares653
    @sidoniosoares653 3 роки тому

    Hey Joey i love that filter system were did you buy material gonna do that for my 150 gallon cheers from Tdot.👊

  • @schkuba
    @schkuba 10 місяців тому

    where do you buy the polycarbonate panels? I can only find them for greenhouse building. Those sheets are massive and cost $$$

  • @lovesvk
    @lovesvk 3 роки тому

    What did you say was the name of the clear plastic that you use for your filter?

  • @naveenlord2626
    @naveenlord2626 3 роки тому

    hi joey what silicon sealant did you use to join the acrylic to the fish tank

  • @adamcarmer5522
    @adamcarmer5522 Рік тому

    What size pump should i use for a 20 long?

  • @talltimbers3240
    @talltimbers3240 3 роки тому

    Yes I love this, this is what I did in my aquariums.

  • @markjuliusdimaranan5182
    @markjuliusdimaranan5182 3 роки тому

    is it ok to put inlet, one at the top then one at the bottom?🤔 nice video...😁

  • @Erickridebikes
    @Erickridebikes 3 роки тому

    I made the same sump filter in a 50 gallon rank but i made it with glass, for me it's a pretty nice way to filter your tank

  • @MrHoopski
    @MrHoopski 3 роки тому

    those filters look awesome, may have to get rid of my HOBs and canisters - just one question as my tanks are in my living room, is the water trickle noisy?

  • @iantheinventor8151
    @iantheinventor8151 3 роки тому

    Is this to replace the other location that needed lots of work?

  • @mikeknight9477
    @mikeknight9477 3 роки тому

    What type of silicone do you use as I’m assuming that’s what you used to build those in tanks filters as silicon safe for fish for me being in uk is a tad expensive 😬

  • @sniperchris479gaming
    @sniperchris479gaming Рік тому

    what size return pump for the correct flow through the filter?

  • @deltacharlie5556
    @deltacharlie5556 3 роки тому

    I like it. How much was the pump?

  • @msack6904
    @msack6904 3 роки тому

    Always love your DIY builds.
    The drawback I see with this is unless you are doing multiple tanks, this is not economical. At least in my area, you can only buy a 4x8 sheet of the panels, they are running $60-70 per sheet and if you want eggcrate light diffuser, it's close to $30 for a 2x4 sheet. If for just one tank, not very affordable IMO. Even acrylic/plexiglass has went through the roof in price.

    • @andrewscheppler1468
      @andrewscheppler1468 3 роки тому

      I got a 4x8 piece at Home Depot for $15 (it is white instead of clear). They had a couple of pieces that were dented and banged up a little at the bottom. Talked to the manager and he knocked the price down to $15. Did get sticker shock today looking at egg crate at Lowes (wasn't thinking far enough ahead to see what Home Depot had). There are some egg crate aquarium dividers on Amazon that don't look too expensive.
      If you don't need a full sheet of something (like in this project) if there are some banged up or damaged ones - it is always worth asking if they will discount it.

  • @PMeer-gc7kw
    @PMeer-gc7kw 3 роки тому

    Love to see that you go back to the basic. Its time to learn new things and i like it.
    P.s. the k1 media did exactly what you did say and it took 3 months to lose all the no2.
    It works perfect

    • @nellim9239
      @nellim9239 5 місяців тому

      Do you have deep substrate like sand ?

    • @PMeer-gc7kw
      @PMeer-gc7kw 5 місяців тому

      @nellim9239 sorry. Do you ask me. I don't always get it in the commands who is talking to who. And I don't want to think that I am that important that it is by definition to me.

    • @nellim9239
      @nellim9239 5 місяців тому

      @@PMeer-gc7kw yes, you said it took 3 months to get ride of no2. i wonder if you have deep substrate or sand, thanks :)

    • @PMeer-gc7kw
      @PMeer-gc7kw 4 місяці тому +1

      ​@@nellim9239​ I use bio foam sponge in my sump before it hit the k1 substrate. That's it.
      Easy to use. Easy to clean. K1 likely never needs to be cleaned. It's a self cleaning because the air will get rid of the bad stuff.
      The sponge I do every month or so. So that the sump can't and will not overflow if it's gets to dirty.
      I hope this will be the answer on your question.
      Maybe if I had change the water more often in the first 3 months it would of had be quicker.

  • @rj5128
    @rj5128 3 роки тому

    Love this filter idea but How could you use a protein skimmer on a filter like that?

  • @ainzooalgoan8008
    @ainzooalgoan8008 3 роки тому

    Can't wait for the stockings vid. Love ur vids man

  • @europeanlegend9347
    @europeanlegend9347 3 роки тому

    Awesome video! I've been inspired to create my own filter inside of an aquarium build im planning. Was thinking to have 3 sections separated by 2 baffles such as you have done. Section 1, main filtration, section 2, heater and section 3 return pump. Would you say it'd be fine to use section 2 in order to grow macroalgae even though the heater is in there?

  • @ericdavison2125
    @ericdavison2125 3 роки тому +4

    Great design, we can adapt this to any tank, and hide the filter somehow. Your experience and budget keep us from giving this a think ! Hmm, undergravel model?

    • @Alepoudiitsa
      @Alepoudiitsa 3 роки тому +2

      maby you can paint it? are the colors safe for the inside of an aquerioum?.

  • @timhuisman321
    @timhuisman321 3 роки тому

    Did joey get his inspiration from the German HBM filter?

  • @philipfwilson
    @philipfwilson Рік тому

    Awesome.. wow great filter. Thanks..

  • @kulot1n10
    @kulot1n10 3 роки тому

    where are you getting the panels for cheap? please share? its nearly 3x more here in cali.

  • @jaycairns3549
    @jaycairns3549 3 роки тому

    Hi could you use an uplift with air instead of a return pump on this type of filter?

  • @copperhawk2781
    @copperhawk2781 2 роки тому

    Love this idea 💡, would love a little more detail on making this so I don't miss or mess anything up for my 180 tank

  • @TranterShow
    @TranterShow 3 роки тому

    Anyway build them filter with air pump Instead of just pump?

  • @casvanmarcel
    @casvanmarcel 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant! Great stuff!

  • @sal9842
    @sal9842 3 роки тому

    Wow that was a great video.. basic I think we all need the basics for sure thank you enjoy a lot of your videos lately awesome

  • @pogiko4095
    @pogiko4095 2 роки тому

    All your tank is very nice

  • @ryanresch6925
    @ryanresch6925 Рік тому

    Would ABS plastic be safe? I like this idea but I would want the outer wall to be black?