How I made a Huge Reptile Vivarium - Full Build!

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  • Опубліковано 27 лис 2024

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  • @SpectrumVivaria
    @SpectrumVivaria  4 роки тому +48

    ua-cam.com/video/PJcjLpnTtQw/v-deo.html Reptile Vivarium Build Breakdown - Technical Details and Build Process Explained!
    For everyone that wants more details and information about this build I have just uploaded a follow up video.The answers to all of your questions are surely in this video!!! Thank you so much to everyone who has been watching the videos and subscribing to the channel! All of the support and kind words mean a lot and motivate me to make even more content for you all... I'm just getting started!

    • @busufian-303
      @busufian-303 4 роки тому

      What is the material that coated by the regulations

    • @SpectrumVivaria
      @SpectrumVivaria  4 роки тому

      @@busufian-303 What are you referring to when you say regulations? I don't understand your question.

    • @sleetygrub8777
      @sleetygrub8777 4 роки тому

      Wut wuz added with ur polyurethane Wut kind of waterproofing

    • @sleetygrub8777
      @sleetygrub8777 4 роки тому

      @@SpectrumVivaria what wuz added tu the polyurethane Wut kind of waterproofing please nd thank u

    • @shaolinmaster8583
      @shaolinmaster8583 4 роки тому

      good job its nice and simple but coming from a industrial construction back ground and its mainly just me because I get payed to be picky I would have added more structural support and done few things different but no way any one without my skill set would have been able to recreate it so again great job

  • @animekingking9514
    @animekingking9514 4 роки тому +111

    THIS WAS THE SICKEST REPTILE ENCLOSURE I WATCH CREATED. YO YOU GET 10 THUMBS UP !!!!!!

    • @SpectrumVivaria
      @SpectrumVivaria  4 роки тому +9

      I appreciate the 10 thumbs up - But did you subscribe and hit the notification Bell too?! 😅

  • @terririnella4032
    @terririnella4032 3 роки тому +11

    Let no one say that you aren't as much an artist as a craftsperson, even if the carvings have a utility function, the skill, not to mention the time and effort, shows your artistic skill and style

  • @hremaddox
    @hremaddox 22 дні тому

    Thank you for showing the trial and error process. I think that's important. Great build!

  • @kygu
    @kygu 3 роки тому +12

    The amount of thought that went into all the little details is top notch. Beautiful animals as well

  • @alleykat6171
    @alleykat6171 4 роки тому +9

    This is incredible,the cage even has wheels!

  • @Arttty
    @Arttty 4 роки тому +16

    This was just phenomenal, One day I will make a bioactive vivarium that is just as stylish as this, but probably on a smaller scale.

  • @liaanscrittercorner1753
    @liaanscrittercorner1753 4 роки тому +43

    What an epic build! Your love for your animals and the hobby shows in your work. Truly inspirational. Greetings from a fellow hobbyist from South Africa

    • @SpectrumVivaria
      @SpectrumVivaria  4 роки тому +7

      Having the build inspire others is very motivating, thank you!

  • @SwissFrogGuy
    @SwissFrogGuy Рік тому +3

    I remember this has been one of the main videos that I really poured over when I was trying to understand foam and Drylok at the very beginning. Really helpful for my giant build! I’m working on my own series of videos of making of stuff now, and owe a lot to you! Thank you so much! Randy

  • @wolfyeverywhere
    @wolfyeverywhere 2 роки тому +3

    I am so happy for those beautiful monitors! 😍

  • @TsmithJustin
    @TsmithJustin 2 роки тому +1

    I worked in an upholstery shop for many years and a angle grinder with a flapper wheel make short work of foam shaping. It does require some vacuuming but it works great.

    • @TsmithJustin
      @TsmithJustin 2 роки тому

      Also an electric carving knife is great as well.

  • @quentindaniel9541
    @quentindaniel9541 4 роки тому +110

    What sort of deal with the devil do I gotta make to have this talent?

    • @faidatagoro3186
      @faidatagoro3186 2 роки тому +2

      The cuphead kind

    • @Jok3r00
      @Jok3r00 3 місяці тому +1

      None, just some determination and hard work

    • @Gee_willikers12
      @Gee_willikers12 16 днів тому

      Just 8 years of tutorials videos a dream and 3grand and you can do anything

  • @delcielo183
    @delcielo183 4 роки тому +3

    HOLY SMOKES!!! I'm beyond impressed with you sir.

  • @oscardaniel9035
    @oscardaniel9035 3 роки тому +4

    This build is super therapeutic !

  • @ES_Grove
    @ES_Grove 4 роки тому +6

    Wow this look even better than a zoo enclosure well done

  • @Virtual_Vinsanity
    @Virtual_Vinsanity 3 роки тому +2

    17 minutes well spent. Awesome video. Great job.

  • @LukeMcGuireoides
    @LukeMcGuireoides Рік тому +3

    Brilliant video, looks incredible. I'd love to see a video on how it's doing now, two years later.

  • @tombrophy1063
    @tombrophy1063 4 роки тому +7

    Awesome video dude. Love the little detail of how you stopped the timelapse so we could see your dog :)

    • @SpectrumVivaria
      @SpectrumVivaria  4 роки тому +1

      He made a few unexpected cameos and it felt right to include them. It was a lot of fun checking the footage/editing it haha. Appreciate the feedback!

  • @Ochibason
    @Ochibason 3 роки тому +3

    This has is beautifully OFF THE HOOK Amazing. Going to make another one and will use some of youre Techniques! Awesome thank you.

  • @senseytaeki
    @senseytaeki 4 роки тому +2

    the terrarium is impressive, especially when exploring the monitor lizards

  • @ninja_wolfofficial
    @ninja_wolfofficial 4 роки тому +6

    Ur a straight up artist

  • @komododoesstuff
    @komododoesstuff 2 роки тому +1

    Such a beautiful enclosure for some amazing little monitor lizards! 🦎🦎

  • @Reptiliatus
    @Reptiliatus 4 роки тому +3

    Fantastic build! Thank you for sharing!

    • @SpectrumVivaria
      @SpectrumVivaria  4 роки тому

      Hey bud thank you! You've got an interesting collection and channel, look forward to seeing your adult enclosure build for Sabzi when the time comes!

  • @jaysneads7832
    @jaysneads7832 3 роки тому +5

    Wow Amazing Terrarium Build Bro 💯💪👊🐉!

  • @Fr0stySn00ze
    @Fr0stySn00ze 3 роки тому +2

    The little dog is the real star of the video lol

  • @NORTHERNEXOTICS
    @NORTHERNEXOTICS 4 роки тому +12

    Mate I'll give you a huge thumbs up for this!

    • @SpectrumVivaria
      @SpectrumVivaria  4 роки тому +2

      Thanks mate!

    • @NORTHERNEXOTICS
      @NORTHERNEXOTICS 4 роки тому +3

      From one UA-cam creator to another. Fantastic! Must of taken ages to build let alone edit

    • @SpectrumVivaria
      @SpectrumVivaria  4 роки тому +1

      @@NORTHERNEXOTICS Yeah it really did... But its great to have it documented and that people are actually watching and hopefully enjoying it now !

  • @Mazazamba
    @Mazazamba 4 роки тому

    Beautiful. Simply beautiful. Bet your monitors love it.

  • @nonesuchherpers5056
    @nonesuchherpers5056 3 роки тому +2

    I have seen a lot of builds these is one of the best thank you !!!

  • @sgledhill6
    @sgledhill6 4 роки тому

    Fantastic job fella....your reptiles couldn't have wished for a better home
    Your a man after my own heart

  • @jameslazarus8714
    @jameslazarus8714 4 роки тому +2

    wow! Unbelievable results. Beautiful!

  • @mattapalmer7
    @mattapalmer7 2 роки тому

    the plastic bins in the nest/hides is such a smart smart idea, props!!! wish i thought of that!

  • @OscarMDuhayJr
    @OscarMDuhayJr 4 роки тому +1

    Wow so intricate. Your lizards have now a cool home! 😊

  • @norah1949
    @norah1949 4 роки тому +7

    This blew my mind. Would love to see a video on how you make your diy vines. They look solid!

    • @SpectrumVivaria
      @SpectrumVivaria  4 роки тому +2

      It will be my next video upload, it has had the most interest so I feel a need to prioritize it! You know what to do to make sure you see when it goes live :) Thanks for the kind words

  • @pjdynomight
    @pjdynomight 4 роки тому +2

    Super Dope!!!
    I'm stealing that humidifier trick!!!
    LOL

    • @SpectrumVivaria
      @SpectrumVivaria  4 роки тому +1

      ua-cam.com/video/jF_edt31p3k/v-deo.html Heres a video on how to do it with some good info and tips!

  • @danielleb.7055
    @danielleb.7055 4 роки тому +2

    Absolutely gorgeous and amazing to showcase one of the most amazing creatures on earth

    • @SpectrumVivaria
      @SpectrumVivaria  4 роки тому

      I tried to make something special for these very special animals, glad to see you enjoyed it and agree :)

  • @ianyockey8485
    @ianyockey8485 4 роки тому +3

    Wow, this was absolutely stunning

  • @measures_of_distance
    @measures_of_distance 2 місяці тому

    so sic !!! great job, lucky monitors

  • @NonObjectiveForm
    @NonObjectiveForm 4 роки тому +6

    You did a remarkablejob. The best diy vivariun in the whole UA-cam. You deserve more subs! Congrats!!

  • @AnimalsatHomePodcast
    @AnimalsatHomePodcast 4 роки тому +3

    Excellent work 👌🏼

  • @usernotfound9655
    @usernotfound9655 4 роки тому +3

    Bro this is the greatest build I've ever seen Well Done!

  • @jv122798
    @jv122798 3 роки тому

    Dude! That is freaking amazing!!!!

  • @TheBeardedHerper
    @TheBeardedHerper 4 роки тому +3

    Excellent video and terrific build, thanks for sharing all your hard work!

  • @jaydent4641
    @jaydent4641 4 роки тому +16

    I’m not going to lie. When I saw you gluing styrofoam together in that beautiful box I thought “WHAT THE HELL”. At the end of the video, I simply thought that this was a magnificent handcrafted vivarium. Very well done! Definitely subscribing!

  • @carpetpythonowner1
    @carpetpythonowner1 4 роки тому +3

    That is really badass. I always wanted to do this but never had the creativity of space to go through with it

  • @scox7748
    @scox7748 4 роки тому +6

    Awesome work, bro. Great choice leaving in the mistakes you made. And that slow mo foam cutting - like a John Woo sword fight👌

  • @timsparkes804
    @timsparkes804 3 роки тому +1

    you are brilliant bro!

  • @forrestcrabbe
    @forrestcrabbe 3 роки тому +1

    Nice build. The hide boxes were very innovative. Y'all have a badass day 🤘

  • @stellaortery1777
    @stellaortery1777 4 роки тому +3

    Looks amazing man love it

  • @Brianhahahaha
    @Brianhahahaha 4 роки тому +1

    I'm not even a reptile guy but the build looked so cool I had to watch it anyway lol very very very cool!!

    • @SpectrumVivaria
      @SpectrumVivaria  4 роки тому

      It's a great compliment to have someone not in this niche/hobby appreciate the video. Thanks for letting me know you enjoyed it !

    • @Brianhahahaha
      @Brianhahahaha 4 роки тому +1

      When you put the foam on there I was like omg no that looks so trashy then you started hacking at it and I was like ughhh cringe then you put the cement on it and I was like like wow that looks really cool lol

    • @SpectrumVivaria
      @SpectrumVivaria  4 роки тому

      @@Brianhahahaha The process of building things is not always so pretty haha

  • @larrywesley998
    @larrywesley998 3 роки тому

    Great Job! very well done, now I have to convince the wife to let me make one!

  • @a-aron3355
    @a-aron3355 4 роки тому +2

    I love these camera angles man really gives the video perception 👌

  • @JustARustyGamer
    @JustARustyGamer 4 роки тому +5

    That looks absolutely amazing. I love to see what everyone is doing during this time and you clearly have made a good use of the time off!

    • @SpectrumVivaria
      @SpectrumVivaria  4 роки тому +1

      It's been helpful for sure, been meaning to get it done for some time now! Glad you enjoyed it thank you

  • @Kayleefine3768
    @Kayleefine3768 4 роки тому +4

    Man that’s a sweet build!! Good work!

  • @justbecause9645
    @justbecause9645 3 роки тому +1

    Beautiful work, happy lizards!

  • @bluraymex23
    @bluraymex23 3 роки тому +3

    Ty for sharing. Their Mansion is beautiful.

  • @purgejoker9733
    @purgejoker9733 4 роки тому +1

    Very well done gave me a idea on both my monitors and there enclosures

  • @HAMMOCKHANGER31
    @HAMMOCKHANGER31 Рік тому +1

    I didn't know AquaMan made terrariums 💯 GREAT JOB, man well done!!! I've made several using this method. Great vid!

  • @elslick
    @elslick 4 роки тому +1

    Very nicely done. Just as good as most small zoo enclosure. Two thumbs up.

  • @tldecker1471
    @tldecker1471 4 роки тому +2

    Wow. Great job! Looks amazing.

  • @jrbp33
    @jrbp33 4 роки тому +1

    Awesome build and monitors!

  • @mateuszx17
    @mateuszx17 3 роки тому +1

    Artistic hand work

  • @Linda_Oompaloempia
    @Linda_Oompaloempia 3 роки тому +1

    This build..wow! I could never make a enclosure this cool

  • @stanleykinzinger
    @stanleykinzinger 4 роки тому +2

    youre an artistic genius

  • @Jonslondon
    @Jonslondon 3 роки тому

    That was so cute when you waved your little dog away and he listened lol 01:02

  • @sagaedling195
    @sagaedling195 Місяць тому

    Beautiful vivarium 👌 I’m scouring the net for inspiration and solutions for my own big ackie enclosure, and this definitely helped!

  • @julian_david4556
    @julian_david4556 4 роки тому +1

    underrated video! so detailed and creative. thank you for inspiring me to do better than a box lol

  • @Basicyk
    @Basicyk 2 роки тому

    I’ve been a huge fan of collecting reptiles and have always wanted to get a monitor forever! This video is going to help me build my own vivarium🤘

  • @fluxreal
    @fluxreal 4 роки тому +3

    This dog is sooooo cute 💕😭

  • @I_am_BiG_Al
    @I_am_BiG_Al 4 роки тому +1

    Looks so sick

  • @stevenspear6732
    @stevenspear6732 4 роки тому +2

    Glad you made this video it was very helpful and informative. Keep up the good work I’m looking forward to seeing more videos!

    • @SpectrumVivaria
      @SpectrumVivaria  4 роки тому

      Appreciate the feedback thank you! More content is on it's way.

  • @ronnydiego914
    @ronnydiego914 3 роки тому +1

    Beautiful man

  • @jacksonwagg4458
    @jacksonwagg4458 4 роки тому +3

    Damn bro this sick keep up the good work

  • @ashlieneevel9671
    @ashlieneevel9671 3 роки тому

    I love this I'd like my entire dining room walls to be like this but with birds

  • @askthefrog
    @askthefrog 4 роки тому +1

    Wow! I've watched so many videos of enclosure builds and this is the best one I've seen! It came out beautiful!

    • @SpectrumVivaria
      @SpectrumVivaria  4 роки тому +1

      There are a lot of great build videos on UA-cam so this is high praise, thank you! I look forward to sharing more builds in the future :)

  • @TbShAd0wZ
    @TbShAd0wZ 4 роки тому +2

    you are absolutely genius....

  • @artsolomon202
    @artsolomon202 10 місяців тому

    Love what you did, i did this a few years back with a lot of my enclosures, i used black as underground and dry painted it with grey, so you get more nuance and shadow!

  • @schaefshock
    @schaefshock Рік тому

    Incredible build! Found it very inspiring, thank you!

  • @dhirpunian2333
    @dhirpunian2333 3 роки тому +1

    Wow dude it's out of this 🌎. 💕 It.

  • @kropka8259
    @kropka8259 4 роки тому +1

    Beautiful! Dream animals and set up!

    • @SpectrumVivaria
      @SpectrumVivaria  4 роки тому +1

      They are very special and I tried my best to make something special in return for them :)

    • @kropka8259
      @kropka8259 4 роки тому +1

      @@SpectrumVivaria They are, indeed. I am hoping that one day I will be lucky enough to get one :)

  • @Fleshyfletch
    @Fleshyfletch 4 роки тому +1

    Dude great job. Really enjoyed the video

  • @whytho4358
    @whytho4358 4 роки тому +2

    Good doggo hops out when it's told

  • @TheFritoNinja
    @TheFritoNinja 4 роки тому +2

    This is nothing short of art. You've got some lucky reptiles. Also thanks for pointing me to that drylok stuff. I make terrain for my D&D campaign with xps foam, so that's really gonna bring it up a notch!

  • @fotografjindra6442
    @fotografjindra6442 3 роки тому

    This is really goodly good ;) Happy reptiles :)

  • @孔大中川
    @孔大中川 4 роки тому +1

    マジでスゲー✨
    時間と手間とお金と知識
    爬虫類の愛情
    ほんまにすごい

  • @cheesegoblin8339
    @cheesegoblin8339 4 роки тому +3

    Great job dude

  • @hawkclaw_8682
    @hawkclaw_8682 3 роки тому +2

    Very nice build! I really like the nest and hide boxes... gonna use that for my next project! The Monitors are stunning and fit in there perfectly.

  • @OldSchoolStrength
    @OldSchoolStrength 4 роки тому +1

    Very impressive

  • @Brucelovesjulie
    @Brucelovesjulie 3 роки тому +1

    Epic. Well done! Thank you for the inspiration. :)

  • @darbybramble672
    @darbybramble672 4 роки тому +2

    That looks sick!

  • @johnschweiger1079
    @johnschweiger1079 3 роки тому +1

    That is epic no other words

  • @marcodarko6929
    @marcodarko6929 4 роки тому +4

    Mate that is amazing. Really like it. Subbed

  • @adamrussell4568
    @adamrussell4568 4 роки тому +3

    Well Done!

  • @ReptileWay
    @ReptileWay 2 роки тому +2

    Really awesome build! I find this to be a great guide for anyone wanting to take on a DIY build of their own. I even picked up some cool little tricks for my next build! Great stuff 👏

  • @raulsalas3129
    @raulsalas3129 3 роки тому

    A very incredible set up.
    Amazzing

  • @coopsreptiles2588
    @coopsreptiles2588 4 роки тому +1

    Awesome Build mate! Love the hide box ideas what beautiful monitors

    • @SpectrumVivaria
      @SpectrumVivaria  4 роки тому

      Cheers Cooper! The boxes have worked quite well, the lizards use them daily. A special cage for some very special monitors was the goal!

  • @walkingdead2849
    @walkingdead2849 4 роки тому +3

    This is awesome I want something like this for my snake even the rock walls are super sick and detailed imma subscribe and hit the bell

  • @dramaticexperiment144
    @dramaticexperiment144 4 роки тому +1

    I'm very impressed👏👏👏👏

  • @aquajuwel7098
    @aquajuwel7098 3 роки тому +1

    I wish I had your skills, I do aquascape but when it comes to building things like you I’m rubbish. Your final result is absolutely amazing. Great job!

    • @SpectrumVivaria
      @SpectrumVivaria  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you! I think almost anyone can learn to do something like this it's just a matter of being willing to fail/make mistakes a long the way in the learning process. Aquascaping will be a part of this channel in the future, I have some unique ideas I want to try!

  • @freedtmg16
    @freedtmg16 4 роки тому +3

    Solid work.

  • @BenStirlen
    @BenStirlen 3 роки тому

    Amazing build, and equally amazing monitor!!!