SUPER CHEAP & EASY GOLDFISH SETUP - A budget friendly guide to setting up a goldfish tank

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  • Опубліковано 26 жов 2022
  • Hope this helps those on a budget! It's not too expensive to keep goldfish! Obviously, there are more expenses than this but typically this makes up the bulk, just have to be wise with your money.
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  • @lukesgoldies
    @lukesgoldies  Рік тому +19

    beacons.ai/lukesgoldies

    • @JaisalLakum
      @JaisalLakum Рік тому

      Name a fish "redd" and I'll jump into my pool

    • @patrickt49
      @patrickt49 Рік тому

      Every time you do a water change, do you already have conditioned water prepped in advance waiting?

    • @ghedneildagalea6958
      @ghedneildagalea6958 Рік тому

      How do you stop the tank from getting green water? I don't want to use snails or pleco either since you said in one of your videos that they add more problems than solve. Thanks in advance mate!

  • @paulohenrique_bitencourt
    @paulohenrique_bitencourt Рік тому +241

    The beginning “doesn’t look to bad either” lmao 😂

  • @shackleDev
    @shackleDev Рік тому +296

    Hi luke, did you make sure that the 2 goldfish who played their part in the video were paid at least 1 pellet each? Goldfish underpayment has been too big of an issue in the US for the last few years

    • @lukesgoldies
      @lukesgoldies  Рік тому +99

      I payed them 🫡

    • @MeditativeState247
      @MeditativeState247 Рік тому +18

      glad someone is tackling this issue head on! 👏

    • @jacobschmelzer4203
      @jacobschmelzer4203 Рік тому +3

      Yes very good but did you pay taxes?

    • @shackleDev
      @shackleDev Рік тому +5

      @@jacobschmelzer4203 why pay taxes when you can instead pay your goldfishes more

    • @jacobschmelzer4203
      @jacobschmelzer4203 Рік тому +3

      @@shackleDev I meant his goldfish taxes that go into upgrading their houses and giving them luxury food

  • @Lisa-zo3rf
    @Lisa-zo3rf Рік тому +59

    This is going to greatly improve my deck pond and make it so much healthier for my fish. I've learned so much from your videos and my goldfish Popi, Olive, Pluto and Blimpy seriously thank you.

  • @aewyatt
    @aewyatt Рік тому +50

    Great video! You do not need to buy a huge glass aquarium to keep fancy goldfish! Hope this gets ppl in the hobby

  • @westcoastgoldies
    @westcoastgoldies Рік тому +44

    Great video! I was actually brainstorming something like this but you did it even simpler than what I had in mind 😂👏 good job

  • @Sunwel11
    @Sunwel11 Рік тому +12

    Going for this temporarily to save for acrylic tank so I can have my baby cow companions, Thank you

  • @garg4531
    @garg4531 9 місяців тому +3

    We recently bought a few of those tubs for storage use and I actually thought they might make for a good indoor pond for fancy goldfish 😆
    Another perk to them is they're dark in color which helps the brightly colored goldfish stand out more

  • @WahRizz
    @WahRizz Рік тому +2

    Fish tanks are expensive, but i never knew there were other ideas!
    Im happy to see someone cares about fish :) most people take bad care

  • @KyoryuDiabolos
    @KyoryuDiabolos Рік тому +16

    With a slight increase in cost, you can add airstones inside the sponge filters so that the bubbles can be more fine instead of large bubbles. If you try this setup inside I’d recommend it if you want to reduce the noise.👍

    • @lucasye9107
      @lucasye9107 Рік тому +1

      How do you add it inside the filter?

    • @KyoryuDiabolos
      @KyoryuDiabolos Рік тому +3

      @@lucasye9107 there are videos of how to add an air stone to a sponge filter. It’s very simple mod but helps a lot.

  • @karabiel9167
    @karabiel9167 Рік тому +7

    I'm so incredibly grateful to you for showing how to do this without it just being something I can only dream of having! I'm a mom of 3 and I have to budget every cent so thx so much for this much needed info!🐟🐠

  • @thetwolittlepiggies3633
    @thetwolittlepiggies3633 Рік тому +1

    You were right Luke! I transferred my betta tank from a off the back filter to a sponge filter. And oh my gosh I have never seen my fish so happy. He has more air to breathe and the water is so crystal clear. I am never going back. He deserves the best

  • @kwaii_plays
    @kwaii_plays Рік тому +9

    Ty for the guide! Someday in the near future I hope I can get a chunky orange nuggie myself, but still this was extremely helpful :D

  • @CrowntailHalfmoon
    @CrowntailHalfmoon Рік тому +2

    Excellent advice & video Luke Sir.
    I've just one recommendation you mentioned the use of check valves on each outlet of the airpump for safety reasons especially as you're pump is below the water level of the tub. Thank you for sharing.
    👍👍👍

  • @mr.moxiw-wahsnag
    @mr.moxiw-wahsnag Рік тому +2

    Hi Luke i've been getting into Fish and I got my first tank setup and a fish this really helped me plan out my next tank upgrades!

  • @James_6517
    @James_6517 Рік тому +1

    Great Video! I might be getting fancy goldfish soon and this setup really helped. Thanks!

  • @jonisolis9645
    @jonisolis9645 Рік тому +1

    I bought the same tub and have one goldfish in it for now with a couple of others waiting to go in. I went with a Matten sponge filter across one end of the tub with a small pump pumping the water to the other end. I also added a lot of floating plants to help clean the water. I have the setup in my little greenhouse attached to my home.

  • @bruh83483
    @bruh83483 Рік тому +1

    I've been waiting for a video like this for a long time, thanks for making this

  • @lam3317
    @lam3317 Рік тому

    Very precise, straight to the point and helpful. 👍

  • @viperrox9731
    @viperrox9731 Рік тому +2

    Nice I was looking to buy some of your minichads Now I have a way to keep them.

  • @Slayducks
    @Slayducks Рік тому +4

    nice luke! thanks for the informative vid! might get a fish, this helped alot !

  • @natesisk3896
    @natesisk3896 Рік тому

    than you so much very informative!!!! Loved it

  • @DHFDpro
    @DHFDpro Рік тому +3

    Cool! I have a goldfish that’s lived for nearly 4 years bruh, in the future I might use this build!

  • @ralphvernonestebatsales1051
    @ralphvernonestebatsales1051 Рік тому +4

    Hi Luke. I just realized that its expensive in the US to set up a tank. While here in the ph. You could get a 30g tank with a full set up! That includes pump, aerator, sump filter and a stand for just 100$

    • @zypheox
      @zypheox Рік тому +1

      Inflation here is increasing prices too!

    • @citronstudios
      @citronstudios 7 місяців тому

      lucky i think i spent three times that (or more) for a 29g setup a few months ago

  • @SkipTomylou36
    @SkipTomylou36 Рік тому +2

    Add check values to every airline going to the air pump. Not using check valves is a fire hazard. For a quieter setup use air stones in your sponge filter. You can find videos on UA-cam on how put the air stones in.

  • @aylinscapes
    @aylinscapes Рік тому

    I've got a 80 gallon pond with a 119 gallon filter, a 93 gal inside spongefilter topped up with a 40 gallon hang on back 😅🙈 I've had val growing in there but unfortunatly I had to take out the substrate because my goldies kept getting sick. I've bought some 100 euro fish recently and I dont want to risk it. However, having a indoor pond instead of a aquarium sure as hell is a stress relief of some kind. Better waterquality due to the size and I dont have to worry about scraping allgea off the glass. Whenever I come up to the pond they all swim up to say hi. It's amazing! And I do believe more filtration is better. Even with all the filters I have running now I still do insane amounts of maintainance and I only have 10 small ones in there 😅

  • @royalpenguin8870
    @royalpenguin8870 Рік тому +2

    I have never thought about just going to Home Depot to buy the “tank” 😱 I… I might do that next year 😂 If it fits in my room though

  • @hanneskills
    @hanneskills Рік тому +1

    I suggest looking on second hand marketplaces for fishtanks, you can usually find a good one for 20 bucks or so

  • @breezethru
    @breezethru Рік тому +1

    "The best stimulation is a friend"😏😏

  • @elda2010ful
    @elda2010ful Рік тому +2

    Wow a new awesome video with the goldfish guy

  • @bluebosnian
    @bluebosnian Рік тому +1

    dont forget some check valves for your airline tubing! it saves my ass whenever i have a power outage.

  • @Liviskanmanduh
    @Liviskanmanduh Рік тому +1

    I love it how you say little chicken nuggets plus I love your videos!

  • @Wasonceunsophisticatedhuman
    @Wasonceunsophisticatedhuman Рік тому +1

    Cool! I’m glad your back man!

    • @lukesgoldies
      @lukesgoldies  Рік тому +5

      Back?! I never left haha

    • @Wasonceunsophisticatedhuman
      @Wasonceunsophisticatedhuman Рік тому +1

      @@lukesgoldies Ik I mean it’s been a while since you posted 😅

    • @Wasonceunsophisticatedhuman
      @Wasonceunsophisticatedhuman Рік тому +2

      @@lukesgoldies wait hold on I checked your channel that’s so weird I haven’t gotten a notification, even though I have notifications on, I haven’t gotten one in like a month 😟
      Edit: grammar

    • @lukesgoldies
      @lukesgoldies  Рік тому +4

      @@Wasonceunsophisticatedhuman haha weird! I post 1-2 shorts a day!

    • @Wasonceunsophisticatedhuman
      @Wasonceunsophisticatedhuman Рік тому +1

      @@lukesgoldies yeah I just finished watching them All

  • @TarasAquaria
    @TarasAquaria Рік тому +4

    You forgot one thing: for those in a cooler or temperate climate, you need a heater. I keep my goldfish tank at 74 F all year round. A tolerable temperature to survive does not necessarily mean they are thriving. The conditions a goldfish or any fish for that matter is exposed to will ultimately effect their lifespan. It's like if you get in the shower and there's no hot water. It functions, but you're not going to be happy or comfortable. You need a hot shower. Just like with goldfish, they prefer a nice medium happy temperature. Luke, I'm thinking because your aquariums and tubs are all in a green house, green houses get very warm in the day time with the sun on them. I don't think you get too cold of a winter compared to where I'm from in cape breton. I'm thinking this is why you haven't mentioned using heaters. But for cold places up North, I definitely recommend any goldfish keepers to keep a heater in their aquariums and tubs 100%. I had to say it. Goldfish are supposed to live for 15+ years. If your pet doesn't make it that long there must be a good reason for it.

    • @scottboyden249
      @scottboyden249 Рік тому

      Are regular aquarium heaters ok to use in the plastic totes? I'm worried about it melting/damaging the plastic

    • @TarasAquaria
      @TarasAquaria Рік тому +1

      @@scottboyden249 I have no problem using heaters in totes or buckets. Just use the suction cups that come with it.

  • @phantomlakdude
    @phantomlakdude Рік тому +1

    as a person who doesnt keep cold water fish i might start up a tub tank thx luke

  • @monkeyguy80
    @monkeyguy80 Рік тому +2

    Luke, you're really a addicted sponge filter guy ya 😅👍🏼

  • @kitnkindlin683
    @kitnkindlin683 Рік тому +2

    4:42 100% Theres just so many dang plugs in fish keepin

  • @xcarmx4747
    @xcarmx4747 8 місяців тому +1

    I’ve finally decided I wanna tackle this project!! Do you think the sponge filters and air pump would work good with maybe a 10 or 20 gal tank and some substrate and plants? I’m thinking about that kind of set up

    • @citronstudios
      @citronstudios 7 місяців тому

      10 gallons is definitely too small for goldfish, 20 is okay for one but goldfish like to have friends so i really consider 30 gallons the minimum in my opinion and experience. if you only have the option of a smaller tank i can recommend some other fish for you :) i wish you luck in this hobby, it’s really fun once you learn it and get into it

  • @studclone
    @studclone Рік тому +1

    Thanks verry helpfull

  • @Demon_Lord_Coom
    @Demon_Lord_Coom Рік тому +1

    I want to do something similar but with a 300 gallon stock tank. Probably use a trashcan as the filter

  • @orangesodadrink
    @orangesodadrink Рік тому

    thank u mr luke

  • @Jerryhhghbygbvf
    @Jerryhhghbygbvf Рік тому +2

    Can you do a 200 Dollar Budget?

  • @paulakreinberg1448
    @paulakreinberg1448 Рік тому +1

    recommend adding anti-siphon valves to all the airlines.

  • @CocoKoi321
    @CocoKoi321 Рік тому +1

    If you go to home depot and all the same other brand stores, manards or wherever. And look far and wide you'll find bigger better touts, I found a 50 gallon one that seems pretty rugged and 40$

    • @citronstudios
      @citronstudios 7 місяців тому

      yess i have a 40 gallon one i used momentarily while moving house (kept my fish in there while i set up the tank in the span of 2 days) though im not sure how well it would do in the long term, it was bowing pretty bad on the long sides, would be best to try to stabilize it with a frame or something

  • @lindastram29
    @lindastram29 Рік тому

    It's been too long since I've watched one of your videos, your out door set up is beautiful 😍😍😍

  • @tanngrisnr5076
    @tanngrisnr5076 Рік тому

    Have you thought of building a sump for your larger tanks?

  • @JURA8275
    @JURA8275 Рік тому +3

    4:47 he didn't use check valves and put that air pump on the ground . Never ever do that because when you'll turn off that pump water will drain from the tank in your pump through those pipes and it will damage your pump , that's why you must use check valves and if you don't wanna use check valves than simply put that pump above somewhere , atleast somewhere above the water surface , maybe a desk or something .

  • @kelicordes5083
    @kelicordes5083 Рік тому +1

    Hey! Great video! I’m curious how many gallons the tote or container you choose needs to be for this setup? Thanks!

    • @garbagegremlins4707
      @garbagegremlins4707 Рік тому

      For fancies I think it’s 20 gallons a fish, for commets it’s like 40 I think

  • @naegwut
    @naegwut Рік тому +1

    Awesome

  • @masonditmars6479
    @masonditmars6479 Рік тому +4

    I honestly would like to make this same setup. Simple and healthy for a fishy

  • @scottboyden249
    @scottboyden249 Рік тому +2

    Are there any water heaters that would be safe to use with the plastic tote?

  • @bernardlohmann2736
    @bernardlohmann2736 Рік тому

    I have been using sponge filter for 18 years I have a small fish house I use totes on for tanks with a bulk of head fitting and a stand pipe to on control the water level I on have it devided into three systems two systems are two 100 gallon rubber to maid tubes with a home made filter consisting of a five gallon bucket with holes in the bottom the bucket is filled with bio balls and topped with a pond filter pad this sits in another tote the water is recirculating by a 900 gallon a hour pond master pump to 10 totes the third system is the same as the other two but has a 70 gallon rubber maid tub and 5 totes the sponge filter are also stackable

  • @MidnightSlimes
    @MidnightSlimes Рік тому

    Hello I have a question would I need four sponge filters if I get a small glass tank like the ones you have?

  • @instinx9154
    @instinx9154 Рік тому +2

    you know this is a great channel when this vid only has 1 dislike and 2.2k likes

  • @tm4465
    @tm4465 Рік тому

    The link doesn’t bring up the filters shown in video, are they the same? Thanks for the video.

  • @edwardkee7880
    @edwardkee7880 Рік тому +1

    I like the Broccoli part hes so sad becauce it fall

  • @scap7337
    @scap7337 Рік тому

    Would the same work with an actual tank as well or is it just for the bin?

  • @kevinf8439
    @kevinf8439 Рік тому

    Nice ghetto setup 😄

  • @J26NGH
    @J26NGH Рік тому

    I have an air pump with the small plastic line but it makes to much noise should I buy a sponge filter to become less noisy?

  • @absolutezerochill2700
    @absolutezerochill2700 Рік тому +2

    Wait, Luke. You said 40 gallons for 2 goldfish. Is this set up for two juveniles and just one adult?

  • @keithyomi8889
    @keithyomi8889 Рік тому

    If this is placed on the floor, will water changes still be the same? I had the impression usually the tub /tank has to be higher for it to flow down.

  • @tinamcdaniel3200
    @tinamcdaniel3200 9 місяців тому

    I want to buy the pawfly.. air pump is okay to use for a 29 gallon tank?

  • @Isachzu
    @Isachzu Рік тому

    do you have an golfish upkeep video?

  • @rogstorm4447
    @rogstorm4447 Рік тому +2

    Only few people know that this fish is a descendant of large 4 feet toi fish with dwarfism and bent spine 😢😢

  • @sarahicalito8361
    @sarahicalito8361 10 місяців тому

    Hey Luke I see your air pump is on the ground lower than the tank water line. Is having it lower okay?

  • @VictorYTMusic811
    @VictorYTMusic811 Рік тому

    Luuuke. Hows that air pump in terms of noise?

  • @pritambhattacharya8705
    @pritambhattacharya8705 Рік тому

    Can I use Vetiver plant in my Aquarium for reducing water TDS???

  • @SamaHassen-gn9wi
    @SamaHassen-gn9wi 6 місяців тому

    How much sponge filters would i need for a 38 gallon bin

  • @qomm8071
    @qomm8071 Рік тому +8

    Would it be possible to use a clear storage bin to allow you to see the goldfish?

    • @Codename_Dabed
      @Codename_Dabed Рік тому +5

      Yes, actually. Just make sure that its strong though.

  • @amazingaquaticsandexotics3030

    hi luke

  • @smaggiepie157
    @smaggiepie157 Рік тому

    How many sponge filters should I get?

  • @whiteflaming0s
    @whiteflaming0s Рік тому

    Hey Luke, hope your still active in these comments, how loud are these tanks?

  • @emmanuveljacob7027
    @emmanuveljacob7027 Рік тому

    Hi Luke, is it possible to feed the fries with pellets and raise them without including any live feed at all???

    • @catanada9111
      @catanada9111 Рік тому +1

      You can't get pellets tiny enough to feed fry. Even if you could, live food is much more nutritious

  • @alesoobs
    @alesoobs Рік тому +1

    Wow

  • @sabrinaharris666.6
    @sabrinaharris666.6 Рік тому

    One could splurge on a clear plastic bin potentially if it’s in one’s budget.

  • @Scrumpy-yt
    @Scrumpy-yt Рік тому +2

    Tubby Tobey update please

  • @boscoparrales4624
    @boscoparrales4624 Рік тому

    Is epsom salt baths safe for fry

  • @samsiahwanahmad9051
    @samsiahwanahmad9051 Рік тому +1

    Do I need sand in the storage?

  • @maggiewarrick2387
    @maggiewarrick2387 Рік тому +1

    If you want six Goldfish in a tank how many gallons are needed? Also are Lion head, Rancho, Oranda, pearlscale and Ryukin live together happily?

    • @courtney9191
      @courtney9191 Рік тому +1

      He has a video on this. Short answer: as long as they can move around freely and you keep your water very clean, it doesn't matter. However, the less water, the more tank maintenance you will have to do

  • @ThriftedChic
    @ThriftedChic Рік тому +1

    Could you use a clear plastic tote

    • @citronstudios
      @citronstudios 7 місяців тому +1

      probably, just check it by filling it with water outside for 24-48 hours to make sure it doesn’t leak/burst. also i’m not sure if they make clear tubs of 30 gallons or larger

  • @agusdolar2476
    @agusdolar2476 Рік тому

    Luke about goldfish. Why do sometimes my goldfish go up the tank for a second and acts normal again after that they just like gasping for air but all may filter are on.

  • @letmedwight
    @letmedwight Рік тому +1

    having own fishes.... snails, SNAIL EVERYWHERE!!!

  • @TwigsR_cool
    @TwigsR_cool Рік тому

    I don't have a greenhouse or anywhere to put them inside!Where should I put the setup?

  • @therealyixion9
    @therealyixion9 Рік тому

    Do goldfish like water flow/current?

  • @catanada9111
    @catanada9111 Рік тому

    I got a 55 gallon tote top bin from home depot to try, but I left outside with some water to see if it would hold. It was bulging at the seams within 24 hours and probably would have exploded within a week. Is there a certain size where they are unable to hold water?

    • @jonisolis9645
      @jonisolis9645 Рік тому

      Add a bit of wood framing around your bin to keep it from bulging and it will work fine.

  • @theofilus3686
    @theofilus3686 Рік тому

    About water change, how much i need to do in one week?

  • @macrnk0814
    @macrnk0814 Рік тому +1

    Still reminds me of Joel Hansen the champ eater!!!! You should do a video with him yall even sound alike!!!!!

  • @ChunkyGoldfish
    @ChunkyGoldfish Рік тому

    Luke my orange goldfish is turning black what should I do???

  • @NinjaAptxParaElPueblo
    @NinjaAptxParaElPueblo Рік тому +2

    For more than 8 years I've had fish but never a goldfish and I don't know where to sell them in Mexico
    Too bad you don't ship to Mexico 😢

  • @MidnightSlimes
    @MidnightSlimes Рік тому

    Hello again how big would the glass tank need to be for one gold fish

    • @kaisac.
      @kaisac. Рік тому

      30-40 gallon preferably for a fancy goldfish for a common/comet 55-75 gallon a smaller fancy could do well in a 20 long or 29 for a while

  • @studclone
    @studclone Рік тому +1

    What for water at 4:22

  • @Mateiisback
    @Mateiisback Рік тому

    Also do you work at a Costco by any chance

  • @retnacelis1104
    @retnacelis1104 Рік тому +1

    i have 4 fish tanks and 101 tropical fish and im terrified of getting goldfish lol 😅

    • @citronstudios
      @citronstudios 7 місяців тому

      goldfish seem to be a lot hardier than a lot of tropical species in my experience, the only issues with them is their size and filtration/water change requirements

  • @Endless.nightmare-dfi
    @Endless.nightmare-dfi Рік тому +1

    can anyone recommend cheap 55 gallon tanks or a good substitute, nothing that has to sit in the floor (preferably a lid to avoid jumpers and cat fishing) and side view; i’ll probably not be able to actually own a goldfish for 4+ years but mostly curious

    • @EeveelutionStorm
      @EeveelutionStorm Рік тому

      Best bet is to actually wait for petco to do their "a dollar a gallon" tank sale they do every year. I don't remember when they do it, but you can get tanks for really cheap.

  • @rblorre
    @rblorre Рік тому

    You could always get a transparent plastic tub

  • @himmatgill2148
    @himmatgill2148 10 місяців тому

    How many ranches can u have in this set up??

  • @shanedottie
    @shanedottie Рік тому

    Would it be possible to use a clear storage container? I believe they make them even in a larger size.

    • @shanedottie
      @shanedottie Рік тому

      Also, I have an already cycled goldfish tank and would like to add sponge filters, how should I go about making sure I have beneficial bacteria in the sponges? Thanks!

    • @shanedottie
      @shanedottie Рік тому

      Love your setup btw you got me back into the hobby

  • @trinlovesmusic1674
    @trinlovesmusic1674 Рік тому

    Can it be a clear tub

  • @alexandralamy9632
    @alexandralamy9632 Рік тому

    Gold fish = Aquatic chicken nuggets🥴🥴
    Luke’s Goldie’s 2022

  • @nicholasoganyacob4741
    @nicholasoganyacob4741 Рік тому

    What are the names of the fish you currently have?