Excellent video, brilliant tutorial. Great content, well done. That enclosure is gonna look even more amazing when the plants grow in. The gecko is gone a love it.
Ever Evolving Exotics is an awesome channel. I love how he puts the substrate right into the wet foam instead of carving and using silicone. I'll have to check back with you in about a year to see how this method holds up. I've always wondered about it. It's so simple and intuitive, yet I've always been skeptical because I've never seen anyone else use it, until now.
@@amphibiousking9938 I can't imagine it not working well. That foam must be the stickies substance known to man. He does say it must be completely dry though. Maybe yours was slightly damp?
Thank you for the video! You did great job on setting everything up, very impressed! It's amazing, super detailed and cool. Would love to see short update a month from now!
Just subscribed! I own a crested gecko I’m thinking of redoing his tank and gluing on my background, right now I have a flat board of cork bark against one side wall sitting flush by using other wood to push it against the glass as well as the substrate. I want to be able to have plants growing on the walls.
If you'd like a suggestion? Instead of the Miracle Grow potting soil, you should use Scott's brand topsoil. Completely safe to use as much as you want.
How many bags of hydro balls did you use? I found some 2.5 lb bags on Amazon and have two in my cart but wondering if i need more for a solid 2 inch layer. I have the same sized enclosure.
I used around 1 and a half bags. The bags that I got are 10 liters. I got them from Ace Hardware and they aren’t too expensive. So, I would suggest getting a couple bags to get a good depth for your false bottom layer.
It’s more for looks. To make the enclosure look more naturalistic. It also proves the gecko with a more dynamic background to climb on rather than just flat glass.
I was really debating on whether to do the sides as well but i think it would look too crowded. I'm definitely just the back and filling up the sides with plants, branches and cork flats.
Lol who told you that mask was going to help with fumes? That my friend is a hospital mask. For future builds, you'll wanna get an N95 resporator or better. You can get really nice ones that have replacement filters for differant uses.
question ..I ve had a plastic suction cup arboreal feeder cup hanging plant nxt to it ...she's eaten out of this since I got her in April do I need to one of those ledge feeding station ..she be 1yr old next month
What is the normal temperature inside your home? I ask because you hadn't added a heater, and I'm unsure if I need to have one for my future gecko. Hope you see this and answer! Thank you for such a wonderful video.
The average temperature of my house is usually between 70-73 degrees F. Crested geckos do not need heat lamps and can be kept at room temperature as long as it doesn’t get too hot or too cold. Temperatures above 80 degrees F are fatal for crested geckos. Hope this helps😊
What brand enclosure is that? Hey also have you thought of maybe (and I'm not sure if its safe I just thought of this) getting soray adhesive on top if the foam to make the moss stick better? Just a thought i had. Oh and ive heard those timers are a bit unreliable.
It is an exo terra enclosure. I’m not sure about another adhesive, I will have to do some more researching since this was my first time making my own background. Also, the automatic timers that I use have been pretty reliable for me. I use them for all of my setups!
@@amphibiousking9938 gotcha. I'm looking at getting that exact one. Start with a juvenile gecko then upgrade to their new skyscraper model when it becomes an adult. That way I can take what I learned from the first one I make and apply it to the new one.
@Allendavid79 If the clean up crew is reproducing then you probably don’t need to add any more. But if the leaves look low then more can be added. For me, I haven’t added any new cleanup crew besides some extra springtails.
How many cans of Great Stuff and tubes of silicon did you end up using? How much would you recommend in order to create a similar background with the Thrive brand 20 gallon hexagonal terrarium? Thanks!
For this project I only needed one tube of silicone and one can of foam. Even then, I didn’t end up using all of the silicone or foam. Hope this helps!
Cool video ! Why exactly do you need to wait 1 month before placing the gecko in the tank ? I want to upgrade mine and i dont have any backup tank to place my little friend in. Any suggestion ? :))
I waited for the plants to establish and the setup to grow in a little before adding my gecko. It’s better that the plants are rooted so the gecko doesn’t just knock all of them over when they are introduced to the tank. It’s also probably good for the clean up crew to get used to the setup and build a healthy population. Overall, it isn’t an absolute requirement to wait but it does help the “ecosystem” start cycling if that makes sense. Good luck with your gecko tank, hope this helps!
@BzerkFN456 I use the LED aquarium light by NICREW. You can get them on Amazon: www.amazon.com/s?k=nicrew+led+aquarium+light&crid=3K662UBZWHKCC&sprefix=nicrew%2Caps%2C115&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_6
defintley think it would have been perfect if you added a branch that was up higher, but other than that this is awesome! Hope to do the same for my gecko
That’s what I use. You do need a water conditioner for tap water. I use filtered water but still use a water conditioner just in case. It may be unnecessary though, but I like to be safe.
@@amphibiousking9938 hey the material you used for the backdrop, does that have to be slightly wet or does it have to be all dry. I bought the compressed eco earth bricks so it's kind of hard n dry. Should I moisten it when I mix it with the sphagnum moss when I put it on the foam?
@@richardsanchez5444 It has to be completely dry in order for it to stick into the foam. Also I would suggest checking out @Ever Evolving Exotics since I took inspiration from his background method.
@@amphibiousking9938 I figured it had to be that's what it looked like it your video. I had to break up the bricks to resemble what you had. Took a while but I got it. I think i might have used a bit too much silicone so I have to wait more for it to completely dry, but I think I should be able to finish today and work on the drainage layer, substrate, plants and cleanup crew Saturday. You video and ever evolving exotics helped a lot thanks
For future reference when you are working on a tank like that, make sure that you brace the doors because one wrong lean and you can not only break them but shatter the tank. Don’t ask me how I’ve learned this!!! any sort of miracle. Gro is highly discouraged and using any types of fertilizer because you do not know what is going to be safe for your gecko. If you want to add fertilizer, use worm, castings, or naturally nutrient, rich soil.
If you're wanting to add nutes to the soil, you can use something like worm castings, or the exoterra substatum. Both work well and are completely animal safe.
Total badass for doing it on carpet
😂
Well done, nephew! The enclosure looks beautiful. She is going to love her new space.
This makes me so excited to get my own gecko! I have plans to get a gargoyle gecko this fall and I’m SO super excited!!!
Yeah they are a lot of fun!
Excellent video, brilliant tutorial. Great content, well done. That enclosure is gonna look even more amazing when the plants grow in. The gecko is gone a love it.
Thank you so much! This video was a lot of work so I am glad you enjoyed it. I can’t wait to see my gecko exploring the new setup with live plants!
Ever Evolving Exotics is an awesome channel. I love how he puts the substrate right into the wet foam instead of carving and using silicone. I'll have to check back with you in about a year to see how this method holds up. I've always wondered about it. It's so simple and intuitive, yet I've always been skeptical because I've never seen anyone else use it, until now.
Yeah it seemed pretty easy to do so I just gave it a shot. Hopefully it holds up!
He is actually the 3rd creator I've seen do that now. I'm ready to give this a try!
@@amphibiousking9938 so does the substrate hold fast to the wet foam or does it come off over time?
@LukeMcGuireoides For me it didn’t stay very well but maybe I didn’t do it right 🤷♂️
@@amphibiousking9938 I can't imagine it not working well. That foam must be the stickies substance known to man. He does say it must be completely dry though. Maybe yours was slightly damp?
subscribed. your narrative is easy on the ears, everything was superb. thank you for saring this video.
Thanks for the sub! I’m glad you enjoyed the video🤙
@@amphibiousking9938 no problem!! I really like these kinds of videos.
I was looking for a detailed video of the back ground technique! Extremely informative, going to set up my jumping spider enclosure in a week or so.
Reminds me of serpa design 😊good job
Thanks! I love his channel and he is a huge inspiration for me!
Great step by step guide, very well done
Thanks!
Great job!
Thanks so much😊
Thank you for the video!
You did great job on setting everything up, very impressed!
It's amazing, super detailed and cool.
Would love to see short update a month from now!
Thanks so much! I’m glad you enjoyed the video!
You did a good job bud, your gecko is loved.
Keep it up Nice work, cant wait until you hit 500 subs!
Great video. Really cool setup.
Thanks so much!
I would recommend doing the silicone and the expanding foam outside because it smells deadly!! 😮 3:33 4:42
I wanted to get good lighting inside 😅 I probably should have done it outside though.
Yeah
looks good keep up the passion going to get my crested gecko next month gonna be my 1 reptile
Thanks so much! Good luck with your crestie! They are great pet reptiles🦎
really good video. just got a crested gecko and just got a 18x18x24 for her too. this video helped out a lot!
Thanks!
good work
Great enclosure man!
Thanks!
Loved the video! Hoping to build one of my own in the future- definitely subbing for more cool content :)
Thanks so much! I’m glad you enjoyed the video👍
Good video, keep it up
Thanks so much!
Nice job man
Thanks!
Just subscribed! I own a crested gecko I’m thinking of redoing his tank and gluing on my background, right now I have a flat board of cork bark against one side wall sitting flush by using other wood to push it against the glass as well as the substrate. I want to be able to have plants growing on the walls.
Thanks for subbing! I hope your gecko tank turns out good!
If you'd like a suggestion? Instead of the Miracle Grow potting soil, you should use Scott's brand topsoil. Completely safe to use as much as you want.
Thanks for the suggestion! I shouldn’t have used miracle grow. I might find some worm castings for my future builds.
How many bags of hydro balls did you use? I found some 2.5 lb bags on Amazon and have two in my cart but wondering if i need more for a solid 2 inch layer. I have the same sized enclosure.
I used around 1 and a half bags. The bags that I got are 10 liters. I got them from Ace Hardware and they aren’t too expensive. So, I would suggest getting a couple bags to get a good depth for your false bottom layer.
@@amphibiousking9938 sounds good thanks
Like it
Is the background necessary to keep the ecosystem stable or is it mostly aesthetic
It’s more for looks. To make the enclosure look more naturalistic. It also proves the gecko with a more dynamic background to climb on rather than just flat glass.
I was really debating on whether to do the sides as well but i think it would look too crowded. I'm definitely just the back and filling up the sides with plants, branches and cork flats.
Same
Lol who told you that mask was going to help with fumes? That my friend is a hospital mask.
For future builds, you'll wanna get an N95 resporator or better. You can get really nice ones that have replacement filters for differant uses.
Ok thanks for the info! I be sure to find an N95 next time!
question ..I ve had a plastic suction cup arboreal feeder cup hanging plant nxt to it ...she's eaten out of this since I got her in April do I need to one of those ledge feeding station ..she be 1yr old next month
If the cup if big enough for her then I would keep using it if it works.
What is the normal temperature inside your home? I ask because you hadn't added a heater, and I'm unsure if I need to have one for my future gecko. Hope you see this and answer! Thank you for such a wonderful video.
The average temperature of my house is usually between 70-73 degrees F. Crested geckos do not need heat lamps and can be kept at room temperature as long as it doesn’t get too hot or too cold. Temperatures above 80 degrees F are fatal for crested geckos. Hope this helps😊
@@amphibiousking9938 Oh okay, thank you! Yes, it helps quite a bit.
What brand enclosure is that? Hey also have you thought of maybe (and I'm not sure if its safe I just thought of this) getting soray adhesive on top if the foam to make the moss stick better? Just a thought i had. Oh and ive heard those timers are a bit unreliable.
It is an exo terra enclosure. I’m not sure about another adhesive, I will have to do some more researching since this was my first time making my own background. Also, the automatic timers that I use have been pretty reliable for me. I use them for all of my setups!
@@amphibiousking9938 gotcha. I'm looking at getting that exact one. Start with a juvenile gecko then upgrade to their new skyscraper model when it becomes an adult. That way I can take what I learned from the first one I make and apply it to the new one.
Awesome that sounds like a good plan!
How many cans of that great stuff did you use? I'm getting a 18x18x24. Planning on doing the same thing to did with the foam n wood n substrate.
@@richardsanchez5444 I only needed one can, but I didn’t even use all of it.
Do you find yourself having to add more cleanup crew or do they reproduce enough that it is not necessary.
Yeah, I might have to add more isopods soon. I haven’t really seen them around too much. But they might just be deep in the substrate.
@@amphibiousking9938 how often do you have to add more cleanup crew and leaves?
@Allendavid79 If the clean up crew is reproducing then you probably don’t need to add any more. But if the leaves look low then more can be added. For me, I haven’t added any new cleanup crew besides some extra springtails.
@@amphibiousking9938 thank you, you are awesome
How many cans of Great Stuff and tubes of silicon did you end up using? How much would you recommend in order to create a similar background with the Thrive brand 20 gallon hexagonal terrarium? Thanks!
For this project I only needed one tube of silicone and one can of foam. Even then, I didn’t end up using all of the silicone or foam. Hope this helps!
Excellent, thanks!
any tips on a very low maintanence snake that doesnt eat mice?
I love List show
Cool video ! Why exactly do you need to wait 1 month before placing the gecko in the tank ? I want to upgrade mine and i dont have any backup tank to place my little friend in. Any suggestion ? :))
I waited for the plants to establish and the setup to grow in a little before adding my gecko. It’s better that the plants are rooted so the gecko doesn’t just knock all of them over when they are introduced to the tank. It’s also probably good for the clean up crew to get used to the setup and build a healthy population. Overall, it isn’t an absolute requirement to wait but it does help the “ecosystem” start cycling if that makes sense. Good luck with your gecko tank, hope this helps!
Did you just add the gecko to the tank or did you wait 1 month to add her in
I waited about a month to let the enclosure establish first.
Ok
Can you add the links for the lighting stuff pls
@BzerkFN456 I use the LED aquarium light by NICREW. You can get them on Amazon: www.amazon.com/s?k=nicrew+led+aquarium+light&crid=3K662UBZWHKCC&sprefix=nicrew%2Caps%2C115&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_6
defintley think it would have been perfect if you added a branch that was up higher, but other than that this is awesome! Hope to do the same for my gecko
I think I will revamp it soon and add even more branches and plants. Thanks for watching!
@@amphibiousking9938 i subscribed!
I've heard people use reptisafe water conditioner. Is that something you need of you're using tap water? What if I use filtered water?
That’s what I use. You do need a water conditioner for tap water. I use filtered water but still use a water conditioner just in case. It may be unnecessary though, but I like to be safe.
@@amphibiousking9938 hey the material you used for the backdrop, does that have to be slightly wet or does it have to be all dry. I bought the compressed eco earth bricks so it's kind of hard n dry. Should I moisten it when I mix it with the sphagnum moss when I put it on the foam?
@@richardsanchez5444 It has to be completely dry in order for it to stick into the foam. Also I would suggest checking out @Ever Evolving Exotics since I took inspiration from his background method.
@@amphibiousking9938 I figured it had to be that's what it looked like it your video. I had to break up the bricks to resemble what you had. Took a while but I got it. I think i might have used a bit too much silicone so I have to wait more for it to completely dry, but I think I should be able to finish today and work on the drainage layer, substrate, plants and cleanup crew Saturday. You video and ever evolving exotics helped a lot thanks
@richardsanchez5444 Good luck on your setup! I hope it turns out great and I’m glad I could help out!
Is it white or clear ? Silicone?
Clear
It’s the all purpose silicone
For future reference when you are working on a tank like that, make sure that you brace the doors because one wrong lean and you can not only break them but shatter the tank. Don’t ask me how I’ve learned this!!! any sort of miracle. Gro is highly discouraged and using any types of fertilizer because you do not know what is going to be safe for your gecko. If you want to add fertilizer, use worm, castings, or naturally nutrient, rich soil.
I rlly don't like when they show the finished design at the start I want it to be like a surprise but it still looks amazing
How do you afford this what job do you have i wish i could afford this lol 🤣
Lots of saving! I work a part time retail job. Trust me, keeping pets can get expensive 😅
Also, the miracle grow was 100000% Unnecessary.
Yeah you are probably right😅
Avoid miracle grow it will always contain chemicals that could be harmful to your animals
unacceptable you are giving out bad information buddy
If you're wanting to add nutes to the soil, you can use something like worm castings, or the exoterra substatum. Both work well and are completely animal safe.