Ultimate DIY Tegu Enclosure

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  • Опубліковано 15 тра 2019
  • Learn how to build the Ultimate Tegu Enclosure
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    💵Project Cost - $550💵
    🔨 Materials
    ✔️0.75" x 4' x 8' Melamine - 4 - www.lowes.com/pd/Melamine-Boa...
    ✔️0.5"x 4' x 8' Plywood - 1 - www.lowes.com/pd/Plytanium-15...
    ✔️2" by 4"s - 15 - www.lowes.com/pd/2-in-x-4-in-...
    ✔️1" by 2"s - 16 - www.lowes.com/pd/Common-1-in-...
    ✔️ 1" by 3"s - 8 - www.lowes.com/pd/Common-1-in-...
    ✔️2.5" Drywall Screws - 1 box - www.lowes.com/pd/Grip-Rite-8-...
    ✔️1.25 " Drywall screws - 1 box - www.lowes.com/pd/Grip-Rite-6-...
    ✔️0.75" Modified Truss Screw - 1 box - www.lowes.com/pd/Pro-Twist-8-...
    ✔️1.24" Pocket Hole screws - 1 box - www.lowes.com/pd/Kreg-Pocket-...
    ✔️Pond Liners - 2 - www.lowes.com/pd/MacCourt-26-...
    ✔️3" Casters - 4 - www.lowes.com/pd/TITAN-3-in-R...
    ✔️Chicken Wire - 1 roll - www.lowes.com/pd/Garden-Zone-...
    ✔️Edge Banding - 1 roll - www.lowes.com/pd/Actual-00-02...
    ✔️Hinges - 8 - www.lowes.com/pd/National-Har...
    ✔️Gate Latch - 4 - www.lowes.com/pd/National-Har...
    ✔️Flex Seal - 1 can - www.lowes.com/pd/Flex-Seal-32...
    ✔️Glass - Bought second hand online - check Facebook Market Place or Craigslist
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    Music: JPB-High by NCS
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  • @SomethingJackMakes
    @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому +61

    Total Project Cost for this Enclosure - $550
    List of materials used in description with links

    • @NguyenPham-xo2yc
      @NguyenPham-xo2yc 4 роки тому +2

      Something Jack Makes hello sir. What is demensions of this cage? Is it fit an adult tegu? I'm asking just curious. But that's look so good. Do you have it on sale? Or just show people how to do it?

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому +5

      Nguyen Pham hello there. Glad you like it. It is 8 feet long. 4 feet wide and 4 feet higher. With the base it brings the total enclosure to 6 feet higher. I do not sell them just have the video to inspire people to build their own.

    • @NguyenPham-xo2yc
      @NguyenPham-xo2yc 4 роки тому

      Something Jack Makes do you put the subtrate in already? Because I see the bottom is little low so I'm curious how you put substrate in

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому +2

      Nguyen Pham the substrate goes across the bottom. And the deeper pool is full for digging and burrowing.

    • @NguyenPham-xo2yc
      @NguyenPham-xo2yc 4 роки тому

      Something Jack Makes so this enclosure will fit an adult tegu with max size around 4ft right? Can you measure temp and humidity well inside?

  • @Mdvapor
    @Mdvapor 5 років тому +157

    The only time ive ever seen anyone use flex seal for an actual build project😂

    • @ecc444
      @ecc444 4 роки тому +6

      I'm actually sitting here with Flexseal in front of me doing an enclosure and thinking.... "I'm not sure about this, let me check UA-cam". And... I'm still not sure about this! :)

    • @demetergrasseater
      @demetergrasseater 4 роки тому +7

      It is actually mad useful for waterproofing stuff

    • @bigbrick1909
      @bigbrick1909 3 роки тому

      Me to 🤣

    • @Offbeatuptempo
      @Offbeatuptempo Рік тому

      Its weird because its pet safe we used it on my tortoise enclosure to help hold in humidity

  • @SamirCCat
    @SamirCCat 5 років тому +213

    Pro: Now I got really inspired to build a big tegu enclosure!
    Con: I can't even put together an IKEA chair by pictures. I don't have a lizard :-|

  • @BIGNick7513
    @BIGNick7513 5 років тому +108

    Your Tegu's enclosure is nicer than my apartment.

    • @vixtion9180
      @vixtion9180 4 роки тому +3

      yeah I wonder how much the rent is in that enclosure

    • @user-cg4hx1kp5r
      @user-cg4hx1kp5r 4 роки тому +8

      @@vixtion9180 my Savannah monitor told me it's only 80 a month

    • @vixtion9180
      @vixtion9180 4 роки тому +6

      @@user-cg4hx1kp5r Oh well Im in! Lemme get my stuff from my parents basement

    • @thebreeze007
      @thebreeze007 Рік тому

      Use it as motivation😂

  • @kassierivera5635
    @kassierivera5635 4 роки тому +30

    This is so cool thanks for sharing!
    You could make big money 💴 by building and selling these

  • @fireinateacup89
    @fireinateacup89 8 місяців тому +3

    Now THAT is a proper-sized tegu enclosure! ❤ Nice to see they have lots of windows, too. They're very intelligent animals and it's good to give them the ability to watch what's going on outside their enclosure. I love the elevated height of the cage as well, and thr whole thing looks super legit and sturdy! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

  • @andrewwong7912
    @andrewwong7912 5 років тому +34

    Very, very, very nice build! My question is are you able to maintain the humidity levels in the tank with the tub of water and the moist substrate bowl? Would you ever consider lining the tank and putting mulch throughout?

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  5 років тому +7

      Gatør haven’t had much trouble. I have put in some more mulch around on the floor to help too. And I mist from time to time

  • @mosesasplund6891
    @mosesasplund6891 3 роки тому +11

    new york be like: $400,000 to live in here for a month

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  3 роки тому +1

      Hahaha yeah it’s probably bigger then some NYC apartments

  • @jaclynduellman5126
    @jaclynduellman5126 5 років тому +7

    This was extremely helpful, thank you so much!! I’d love to eventually see an update for what it looks like now with some finishing touches

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  5 років тому +4

      Jaclyn Duellman thanks. Glad you like it. Unfortunately the tegu belonged to my girlfriend at them time but we are no longer together. So the tank is no longer in my possession 😕

    • @robhancock2240
      @robhancock2240 4 роки тому +2

      @@SomethingJackMakes good to see your more upset where the tank went than the mrs lmao

  • @danmango5
    @danmango5 4 роки тому +1

    Just bought a red tegu. He's just a few months old and I'm starting early on planning for a big cage (house) for him. Thanks for your video. Helps out alot.

  • @giobaa-barbarino3921
    @giobaa-barbarino3921 5 років тому +7

    Thank you for showing me how to build a big terrarium for a tegu this will comw in handy for wheni get one. 👍

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  5 років тому +1

      Gio Baa-Barbarino you’re welcome. Glad I could help!

  • @maleok2569
    @maleok2569 5 років тому +23

    This is an amazing video, I am so glad I found this. I'm coming up on getting my first tegu, and while I can't copy this build as I'm lacking in the tools and skill required, this gives me some ideas. The fact you have 23 subscribers actually offends me, I realize this is some REALLY niche stuff for the more advanced reptile hobbyist but still! Excellent work man.

  • @EternallyWilled
    @EternallyWilled 5 років тому +2

    Beautiful build! I love seeing builds like these!

  • @reptileguy8458
    @reptileguy8458 4 роки тому

    Beautiful work. EXCELLENT craftsmanship sir!

  • @corald3638
    @corald3638 4 роки тому +2

    Amazing build! You make it look so easy. I like the way you explain yourself during your process, and how you think about what you're going to do.

  • @azgrem
    @azgrem 5 років тому +1

    1/3 of the way thru this video and I'm thinking to myself wow this really is the ultimate enclosure!! Nice job!!

  • @msfelixcristy
    @msfelixcristy 4 роки тому

    Wonderful!!!! Hope to come back to this video once I finally get a tegu!!! You're awesome!

  • @Lunix_Hardcore
    @Lunix_Hardcore 4 роки тому

    Nice Video, your Audio Mixdown is great man

  • @kaitlynmoose
    @kaitlynmoose 3 роки тому

    Wow! What a beautiful enclosure!! Thanks for the video. I would love to see another video of what you decide to do to the inside.

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks! Glad you liked it. Unfortunately the lizard belonged to my girlfriend at the time and we are no longer together. So I don’t have access to the lizard any more.

  • @niteowl9733
    @niteowl9733 4 роки тому +2

    My only critique would have been to raise everything at least a foot while creating raised platforms for the water. That way you could have given Maria at least a foot a substrate through out the entire enclose.
    She has no traction to walk on melamine and she loves to dig. Very nice box though! I've been sniffing out moniters for a while now and your design with a couple personal mods is definitely going in the archive!
    Well done!

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому

      Nite Owl thanks. Yes I agree some modifications to allow for more substrate would be good.

  • @joejoelesh1197
    @joejoelesh1197 4 роки тому

    Thank you. We have been thinking about getting a Tegu for a few years now. I will need a bigger enclosure than my Common Boa, and your build gives me some good ideas.

  • @travis1118
    @travis1118 2 роки тому

    I can see a ton of thought went into this, great job!!

  • @nola_cozy.creations
    @nola_cozy.creations 4 роки тому +11

    Can I hire you to come to my house and just build my whole dang life for me 😫
    But really...Such an amazing build♥️

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому +2

      Bushy-Tail Wildlife Rescue hahaha sure I’ll be right over. Glad you liked it!

  • @susanmartin3762
    @susanmartin3762 3 роки тому

    I love these guys.

  • @mitchellvisser2530
    @mitchellvisser2530 4 роки тому

    this is such a good build, so impressed with what you have thought to do all ways around

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому

      Mitchell Visser thanks! I appreciate that. Glad you like it

  • @DaybirdAviaries
    @DaybirdAviaries 5 років тому +3

    This is awesome.
    I just subscribed

  • @martenmaarten
    @martenmaarten 3 роки тому +1

    such a great build!! i might actually use this video as reference for an avery i wanna build for two doves, because the measurements are roughly the same and with chicken wire on the walls instead of glass windows itd make for a beautiful avery!! even the built in bath is perfect for birds too!

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  3 роки тому +1

      That One Channel I Use To Write Comments thanks! Glad you like it. That would be a really cool variation on the build.

  • @Mwhitehouse99
    @Mwhitehouse99 2 роки тому

    Nice build man, you provide a great example of working smarter and not harder

  • @jman10110
    @jman10110 5 років тому

    great video, would love to see updates as you experiment with how to set up the interior! Have a red myself and its always fun changing up the his setup.

  • @fengshuimma9160
    @fengshuimma9160 2 роки тому +1

    Well done dude. You imagined it and delivered.
    Bravo.

  • @youdoodoobruh7
    @youdoodoobruh7 3 роки тому

    i wish i was this handy

  • @lostfound8112
    @lostfound8112 3 роки тому

    wow nice job...beautiful tegu!

  • @airmanjerm2
    @airmanjerm2 2 роки тому

    Thinking about getting a Red Tegu, Thx 4 help!!!

  • @843creekboi
    @843creekboi Рік тому

    Amazing job

  • @robertmickey1514
    @robertmickey1514 3 роки тому

    Good job!!! I like it. Thank you for sharing this video

  • @RaRahGully
    @RaRahGully 3 роки тому

    Tremendous enclosure

  • @andrewz6776
    @andrewz6776 2 роки тому

    you're an impressive carpenter

  • @deannfrey3469
    @deannfrey3469 4 роки тому

    awesome job! Follow up after you have the plants in.

  • @SusanLBritt
    @SusanLBritt Рік тому

    Very cool !!!!

  • @AsbestosBeard
    @AsbestosBeard 4 роки тому +6

    intelligently built, you tought of everything , this make me want a Tegu even more ! and the use of Flex Seal was perfect! Flex Seal is a good product tbh, i like it!

  • @iminthefnzone1515
    @iminthefnzone1515 5 років тому +55

    Sweet build! But that horrendous stock music has got to go.

    • @rupman27isback
      @rupman27isback 4 роки тому +7

      Right?!?!? So terrible or at least put volume lower lol

    • @vixtion9180
      @vixtion9180 4 роки тому +3

      it made me litterally want to puke I heard it so many times it was soo loud

    • @sudo5319
      @sudo5319 3 роки тому

      yes

  • @thomasanson6033
    @thomasanson6033 Рік тому

    This is a bad ass enclosure and assembly video!!! Love it

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  Рік тому +1

      Thanks. Glad you liked it

    • @thomasanson6033
      @thomasanson6033 Рік тому +1

      You earned it!! In the next few months I'm going to have to build an 8x4x4 enclosure as well for my little "Dragon" (black and white tegu).

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  Рік тому +1

      @@thomasanson6033 good luck on the build. I’m sure it’s going to turn out great.

    • @thomasanson6033
      @thomasanson6033 Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much!!

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  Рік тому

      @@thomasanson6033 you’re welcome!

  • @zyncarla
    @zyncarla 3 роки тому

    Have you had issues with him jumping and clingy to the chicken wire I had this issue with a three year old had to remove and make a solid top she couldn’t see out of. Also the standard distance they should be from their uvb source is like 18-24in were you able to add hanging fixtures

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  3 роки тому

      I haven’t experience any issues. Yeah switching it out for a solid top would help. Or covering the wire with some non-clear plexiglass or plastic could work too

  • @tommieStv
    @tommieStv 2 роки тому

    Amazing job mate.

  • @shilohheisler
    @shilohheisler 4 роки тому

    This is sooo cool. I'd never be able to do this. Great job!!

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому +1

      Rachel Heisler thanks glad you like it. And sure you could make it. Just need a few simple tools. Whole project could be done with a jig saw and a drill.

    • @shilohheisler
      @shilohheisler 4 роки тому

      @@SomethingJackMakes thanks for the encouragement!! 😹😹

  • @leenleen1414
    @leenleen1414 4 роки тому

    Awesome build sir! I am looking into getting a Argentine black and white tegu in the future. It wont be for a while yet. I have to have my own place and more experience with lizards! Thank u so much for doing this! Looks amazing!

  • @gemmahowell6011
    @gemmahowell6011 4 роки тому

    She’s one lucky tegu such a great cage well done 👍

  • @tyty1400
    @tyty1400 3 роки тому

    Dang this thing is dope

  • @furtheloveofdogs7732
    @furtheloveofdogs7732 4 роки тому +1

    I loved this video! I have a one month old tegu and I will soon be needing to build one! Just curious to how much approximately did it cost to build it? I know glass is expensive

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому +2

      Jackie Lavallee it was about $500ish for everything. But I got all the glass second hand off Craigslist/Facebook market place. Buy old single pane window and carefully remove the glass from the wood frame. Give the glass a good scrub and they are good as new. And much cheaper then buying brand new glass.

    • @furtheloveofdogs7732
      @furtheloveofdogs7732 4 роки тому

      Something Jack Makes that’s a good idea! Thanks a bunch!

  • @robertward2120
    @robertward2120 2 роки тому

    Have you made a modular version that grows with the lizard and can be disassembled for moving?

  • @TheSlyguy812000
    @TheSlyguy812000 6 місяців тому

    I am going to do a build very similar, so I just wanted to check. For the frame you said, you used full 2x4's and half 2x4s for the sides. However; to get it to fit properly, would you have to make 3ft 8inches, to do the equal for foot size of the plywood, because if you don't that makes 4 foot 4 inches when account for the additional 2 inches of each sides 2x4. Just curious before I go put this thing together and then have to trim it down more. Thanks.

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  6 місяців тому

      Yes. You are going to want to account for the thickness of the boards on the ends. You’re right. If you use full 8 foot and 4 foot boards the frame will end up larger then the sheet of plywood.

  • @wicohanlakol8052
    @wicohanlakol8052 4 роки тому +1

    Ausome setup . Personally i would like more to have substrate across all the flooring if i did something like this. Very helpful. Only question is i havnt seen asked below how do change youre water ?

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому +1

      wicohan lakol yeah the water is a little tricky. If I did it again I would include a bulkhead in the pond so I could install a drain out the bottom. As it is we used a short hose and siphoned it into a bucket.

    • @wicohanlakol8052
      @wicohanlakol8052 4 роки тому

      Gotcha, thanks !

  • @jaliabrown9457
    @jaliabrown9457 4 роки тому

    The best😍😍😍

  • @Boringpeoples0830
    @Boringpeoples0830 2 роки тому

    Imma copy this

  • @kennynyc1555
    @kennynyc1555 2 роки тому

    Sweet!

  • @droptherapy2085
    @droptherapy2085 3 роки тому +9

    And this is precisely why I can't own a tegu: I live in a trailer and I would need to clear half-ish of my kitchen out to fit the enclosure into it. Also, if I'm living in a trailer you can imagine how much money is made a year in my case. A tegu would be out of my price range. It's unfortunate but whatever, I'll just get a jumping spider instead.

    • @adambugner5049
      @adambugner5049 3 роки тому

      save a dollar a day if you have to idk best of luck

    • @JayTee95
      @JayTee95 2 роки тому

      You ever get that jumping spider? You could also get a smaller tarantula, like a green bottle blue.

  • @gemmahowell6011
    @gemmahowell6011 3 роки тому

    Such a good cage lucky tegu

  • @orange6uy127
    @orange6uy127 4 роки тому

    Really really nice build

  • @tedbundythetegu6007
    @tedbundythetegu6007 2 роки тому

    Nice, I have a big grow tent and it has saved so much time and effort. Would still consider a build at some point, perhaps for an outside summer enclosure!
    Ted 🦎

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks! Outside enclosures are always good. Can’t beat natural sun shine.

  • @SteenfottAquatics
    @SteenfottAquatics 4 роки тому

    Looks Great

  • @shafiloftaseel4395
    @shafiloftaseel4395 4 роки тому

    Super nice work 👍👍👍

  • @SG-wj2qj
    @SG-wj2qj 4 роки тому +8

    I can really appreciate the work you put into it, but some of the materials chosen and the aesthetics leave allot to he desired. Oh well. 5/7

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому +7

      S G thanks for the feed back. I tried to choose materials best for the animal. But at the end of the day it is a big white box. There are definitely ways to spruce it up

  • @danjcstafford
    @danjcstafford 3 роки тому

    Great job 👍🏻

  • @deedeemegadoodoo6291
    @deedeemegadoodoo6291 4 роки тому

    Incredible job dude (cage is a lil bare tho), you can tell he really does care about his animals

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому

      Stoned asf Clarence thanks! Glad you like it. I agree the tank looks bare in this video. It was intended to show how to build the enclosed not necessarily how to set it up on the inside

  • @jupitertheargentinetegu
    @jupitertheargentinetegu 5 років тому

    Awesome enclosure man 👍👍👍👍👍

  • @HingleMcCringleberryX21J
    @HingleMcCringleberryX21J 5 років тому

    Awesome vid, curious as to where you got those tubs though?

  • @indacoma
    @indacoma 5 років тому

    Awesome job

  • @Lycanlena
    @Lycanlena 4 роки тому +1

    I have watched many videos and looked at many diy tegu enclosures online and this is by far the best in my opinion.
    I just bought some of the materials today to get started.
    Thank you very much for sharing, I hope I can replicate it ok. :)

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому

      Lycanlena thanks! That means a lot. I’m glad you like it. I’m sure you’ll be able to build a great enclosure!

    • @jonathanvega1779
      @jonathanvega1779 3 роки тому +1

      Hello! Did you end up building one? I'm thinking about getting a Tegu, it'll be a great reason for me to invest and use power tools :D

    • @Lycanlena
      @Lycanlena 3 роки тому +1

      @@jonathanvega1779 I did and it is pretty good! I changed the design of the front because of the size of the glass I had but I will redo it down the road because my doors are too large. The only downside I can think of for this enclosure is that it does not keep the humidity much, even with a good substrate. But it's ok, I mist my tegu a couple times a day at least.

    • @jonathanvega1779
      @jonathanvega1779 3 роки тому +1

      Thats great! I saw other videos using a big plant thing, forgot what they're called, but I might just use that for starters. Can't wait to finally get my Tegu :D

    • @Lycanlena
      @Lycanlena 3 роки тому

      @@jonathanvega1779 tegus are amazing so I could not recommend them more! 😄

  • @codysanimalworld3361
    @codysanimalworld3361 4 роки тому

    Yeah I used flex seal for mine, but been recently having lighting and basking areas cause mine is an adult male red tegu and his temp gotta be super dupa high lmao higher then I can get.

  • @GeekyGeckoCreations
    @GeekyGeckoCreations 4 роки тому

    Dang that thing is nice man :)

  • @gxaxw666
    @gxaxw666 5 років тому

    damn Jack now this is an enclosure!!!

  • @SeekingtheWild
    @SeekingtheWild 5 років тому

    Cool build. Nice Work:)

  • @LucassAdventuresYT
    @LucassAdventuresYT 4 роки тому

    What type of wood did you use?

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому

      Lucas's Adventures the base is made from 2x4s and plywood. All the white parts are melamine

  • @ethanbrown7198
    @ethanbrown7198 2 роки тому

    you make me want to build an enclosure for my monitor 😅

  • @9kazcat
    @9kazcat 2 роки тому

    Where did you learn to do that ! That takes some skill. Wish I could do that. Would like an iguana, but can’t build an enclosure myself and to get custom made your talking near a grand over here ☹️

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  2 роки тому

      I just kinda picked it up along the way. There are endless tutorials on UA-cam about building. I watch a bunch. Even those not about reptiles. And just pick up techniques. Also don’t be intimidated by not having every tool. You can do a lot with simple tools.

  • @Lukas-vt4cl
    @Lukas-vt4cl 3 роки тому

    Cool build! Question, how do you keep the wood from rotting in the long run?

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  3 роки тому +1

      The melamine is like wood with a plastic outer coating. It prevents it from getting moisture.

    • @Lukas-vt4cl
      @Lukas-vt4cl 3 роки тому

      Okay, thanks! Gonna get into my own build soon and wouldn’t want it rotting on me haha

  • @johnagen3688
    @johnagen3688 5 років тому

    very very coo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @anthonydelzotto4979
    @anthonydelzotto4979 3 роки тому

    How long are the boards between the base? Is it like 18” it almost looks like?

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  3 роки тому

      You mean like how high is it off the ground? Like to the floor of the enclosure? The boards were 18” and the casters add a few more inches.

  • @frananderson960
    @frananderson960 3 роки тому

    how did you put glass in?

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  3 роки тому +1

      The glass is held in by the wooden frame screwed to the Melamine

  • @blacksheepnomad9000
    @blacksheepnomad9000 3 роки тому

    I'm going to build something like this but with four different platforms I ill lock them together to make one big cage. I live in an apartment trying to think about the future

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  3 роки тому

      Yeah it’s good to plan as something this big is hard to move. So making be able to come apart is important.

  • @sydneystellier3142
    @sydneystellier3142 3 роки тому

    I will literally pay you to make me one this is so cool! I do not have all of the tools to cut the wood, do you know if Home Depot can do it for me? Or is that asking too much....

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  3 роки тому

      Yes Lowe’s or Home Depot will cut the wood. I get wood cut there some times. They can be a bit annoying about it saying they don’t cut “project dimension”. Saying they only cut wood to fit in peoples cars. I’d say you may need to go a few different times to get it all cause if you roll up with a big cart of wood they probably won’t do it. I have also heard you can call ahead and have them cut what you need and they will be willing to make a lot more cuts that way. There are always ways to do a project. A hardware store can help you. And if all else fails a simple hand saw will get the job done

  • @jusbrowsin3456
    @jusbrowsin3456 5 років тому

    Amazing work man

  • @nastypupp
    @nastypupp Рік тому

    Hi, I know this video is old but it's still an amazing build. I really love it. Simple but still great. My question is why didn't u frame the top? You did such a good job with framing the base. Im just curious. I'm totally copying this but I'm going to definitely frame the top/sides, etc. Your Tegu is really nice. Thanks for video.

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  Рік тому +1

      So I sandwiched the chicken wire between to boars to make a type of “frame”. That way the top has a clean look. Is that what you are talking about? Or do you mean something lease by “frame the top” ?
      Or do you mean like frame the top with like studs? I think that’s what you mean when you say “like the bottom”. I didn’t want exposed wood on the inside of the enclosure. So I screwed the melamine to itself. This was plenty strong. If you planned on moving the enclosure a lot. I would recommend more framing for stability.
      Either way. Thanks! Glad you like the build. Good luck on your build.

    • @nastypupp
      @nastypupp Рік тому

      @@SomethingJackMakes hi thanks for your reply. Yes I meant to say a real frame- studs. I know melamine is heavy but it tends to split when I've used it. But I'm not a real carpenter either lol. I always try to think about "what if"
      one day we need to move this & don't want it falling apart.
      Again it's great & I appreciate your reply. New sub.👍

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  Рік тому

      @@nastypupp yeah. You could always add more framing to support the melamine if needed. Could be added after it’s out together and you see you need more stability

  • @bo3rapsterkiller363
    @bo3rapsterkiller363 5 років тому

    Loved the vid and build looks great but did you keep track of the measurements

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  5 років тому +1

      bo3rapster killer thanks. The tank itself is 4’ by 8’ by 3’ high. With the base it brings the entire set up to 5’ tall.

    • @bo3rapsterkiller363
      @bo3rapsterkiller363 5 років тому

      @@SomethingJackMakes thanks so much I haven't got a tagu but beardi so I will be looking forward to make.it

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  5 років тому

      bo3rapster killer glad to hear. Next I’ll be working on turning a 125 gallon aquarium into a tank for my beardi. Maybe that will give you some ideas too. Stay tuned for video

    • @bo3rapsterkiller363
      @bo3rapsterkiller363 5 років тому

      @@SomethingJackMakes you got me excited know can't wait I definitely be looking out for that video

    • @bo3rapsterkiller363
      @bo3rapsterkiller363 5 років тому

      @@SomethingJackMakes have you made it yet if not when

  • @thereptiledude7247
    @thereptiledude7247 4 роки тому

    Beautiful job. If I ever make something that big I’m not going to move it from my garage, unless it will roll through my house with double doors or something.
    Do the castors lock or how do you keep it from rolling around? I’m sure it’s heavy but never know.
    Did you end up finishing the lumber with stain or anything? A nice dark wood would look sick with that white. Also, any plans on cabinets on the bottom for storage?

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому +1

      The Reptile Dude glad you liked it! I did not use locking caster. I never had a problem with it not staying in place. But it would be an easy change to use locking casters to make sure it stays in place. Yes I agree a dark stain would make it look really good. There was always a plan to use the bottom as some kind of storage. But unfortunately I no longer won the cage or the lizard as it was my girlfriends lizard at the time and we are no longer together. So I guess that means I’ll just have to make my own version 2.0 someday.

    • @thereptiledude7247
      @thereptiledude7247 4 роки тому

      Something Jack Makes that suck bro, sorry to hear and dig up old memories. I’m going through a divorce now and I understand. Should have paid more attention to dates.
      Well I know you’re up north somewhere because of the snow and one day I want a Tegu so maybe I’ll have to have you comne help. Lmao

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому

      The Reptile Dude hey now worries. It’s been long enough and I’ve moved on. Sorry to hear about your divorce. I hope things go smoothly for you. Outside enclosures would be ideal but up state NY is a little too cold for a tegu most of the year lol

    • @thereptiledude7247
      @thereptiledude7247 4 роки тому

      Something Jack Makes that’s true. I was born in Plattsburgh. Don’t remember much but I have seen pics

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому

      The Reptile Dude ThAts way way north. Very cold lol

  • @Lycanlena
    @Lycanlena 4 роки тому

    I have a question about the way you put the glass.
    In the video it looks like you cut the window the same size as your glass, but I don't understand how you make it stay in place because the thickness of the melanine board is 3/4" but the glass is much thinner.
    Thank you again, my enclosure is slowly getting together thanks to your video!

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому

      Lycanlena so the galas I used for the sides of the tank were double pane windows, the same thickness as the melamine. So for those I cut a hole the windows would fit into and used small strips of melamine to hold them in place. The glass I used for the front and doors were a single pane of glass. So I cut the hole in the Melamine smaller then the glass so the melamine supported the glass from the back and used the strips of wood to hold the glass from the front, sandwiched to the melamine. Hope this makes sense. If you are using single pane glass that isn’t as thick as the melamine use the technique I used on the doors to hold the glass in place

    • @Lycanlena
      @Lycanlena 4 роки тому

      Thank you, it makes sense, and that is what I was going to do because I couldn't think of any other way.
      But I feel more confident with your explanation. This is my first building project so I am very slow to try not to mess up.
      Thank you for taking the time to answer!

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому

      Lycanlena you’re welcome. And I totally understand the apprehension to not want to mess anything up. I have those feelings too. But hey the worst that will happen if you cut something wrong is you have to buy more material. Yes that’s an additional expense but it’s not the end of the world. But I’m sure your enclosure will turn out great!!!

  • @jennafarmer4056
    @jennafarmer4056 2 роки тому

    What size should the glass be?

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  2 роки тому

      So you can make it any size you want. It kinda depends on what size glass you can get. If you have a store that sells glass use what size you like from them. I got my glass off Facebook market place. So I worked with the glass I had. And could find.

  • @kemaniwilliams6874
    @kemaniwilliams6874 3 роки тому

    Wish you could build one for me 😩

  • @miikob8819
    @miikob8819 3 роки тому +1

    Amazing build but did it rot since it's wood.

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  3 роки тому +1

      Since the melamine had a plastic coating it has held up very well

  • @blobmanyaa9350
    @blobmanyaa9350 2 роки тому

    Did you put soil in it

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  2 роки тому

      Yes a mixture of soil, mulch, repti bark, and coconut fiber

  • @judahwells6157
    @judahwells6157 4 роки тому

    Plants for enrichment?

  • @officialdoughbae675
    @officialdoughbae675 2 роки тому

    When you click on a diy thinking it’s something any person can do then realize this guy is like a professional carpenter 🥴

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  2 роки тому

      I’m far from a professional lol. But I appreciate the compliment!

  • @hotpotato481
    @hotpotato481 4 роки тому +4

    Something Jack Makes: Calm instructions, deliberate and creative process
    Song: HA ha hA! HA ha BEEP BEeP BeEP

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому +1

      Modarius glad you liked it. Would it be better if it was just voice over with no music?

    • @hotpotato481
      @hotpotato481 4 роки тому +1

      @@SomethingJackMakes no no I was just making a joke. Love the video man. Very clever

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому +1

      Modarius thanks! Glad you enjoy it!

  • @calisthenicrunner7080
    @calisthenicrunner7080 3 роки тому

    How much do you think you spent In materials making this?

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  3 роки тому

      It was around $400-$500 back when I made it. But building material prices have gone up lately.

  • @frananderson960
    @frananderson960 3 роки тому

    will it fit through a door

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  3 роки тому +1

      It will not fit through a door Assembled. The enclosure is designed in panels that can be brought into a room and then put together

    • @frananderson960
      @frananderson960 3 роки тому

      ok i have someone building this for me hes going to try to use the same materials ill send photos when its finsished or links

  • @savageishbu
    @savageishbu 3 роки тому

    I’d love to seen an update on this!

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  3 роки тому +1

      savageishbu unfortunately the tegu belong to the girl I was dating at the time and we are no longer together. So I don’t have the enclosure. Guess that means I should just get my own tegu?

    • @savageishbu
      @savageishbu 3 роки тому

      Something Jack Makes we all must make sacrifices for our craft. Lol.

    • @savageishbu
      @savageishbu 3 роки тому

      I come back and watch this video periodically. I’d like to know more about how you did your side windows

    • @savageishbu
      @savageishbu 2 роки тому

      @@SomethingJackMakes I finally built mine. I had to make some changes, but it looks descent. I’d love to show you what I did.

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  2 роки тому

      @@savageishbu nice I’d like to see it. You can message me on Instagram if you want. At something_jack_makes

  • @BeardedDragonOwners
    @BeardedDragonOwners 5 років тому

    How much money did all of this cost?

  • @corinkristen1292
    @corinkristen1292 2 роки тому

    Any updates? We are about to build one like yours! 😊

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  2 роки тому +1

      Unfortunately the lizard belonged to the girl I was dating at the time and we are no longer together. So I don’t have access to the enclosure for an update. Maybe I just need to build another one lol. Good luck on your build!

    • @corinkristen1292
      @corinkristen1292 Рік тому

      Lol ok thank you!!

  • @user-cg4hx1kp5r
    @user-cg4hx1kp5r 4 роки тому

    Does anyone know if theres any exo terra terrariums that could hold a tegu or caiman lizard?

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому

      lee on the back wheel they could hold a juvenile. But I believe the biggest Exo Terra they make is a 36”long x 36”tall x 18” deep. That is much to small for an adult.

    • @user-cg4hx1kp5r
      @user-cg4hx1kp5r 4 роки тому

      @@SomethingJackMakes they have one that's 90 x 40 x 35 would that still be to small ??

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  4 роки тому +1

      lee on the back wheel yeah that is still too small for an adult. You really need something like 240 cm by 120 cm by 120 cm

  • @lillyatwood6272
    @lillyatwood6272 3 роки тому

    Can u PLEASE do a update on this?!!?!?!?

    • @SomethingJackMakes
      @SomethingJackMakes  3 роки тому

      I wish I could. Unfortunately the lizard belonged to my girlfriend at the time and we are no longer together. So I don’t have the lizard any more