Aquarium filtration media I have used for 15 years

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[@akira3871]

Video topic starts at 6:00

[@jessicamiracle1162]

I'm new to the hobby, have a 10 gal, a 29 gal, and a 75 gal. I have learned so much from watching your videos! The basics are great, the advanced gives me ideas for future projects and expanding of my own hobby. Keep up the enthusiasm and the great info!

[@m-tminds3929]

These are the videos that I truly enjoy these are why I've been watching your videos for the last 3 years keep spreading the knowledge no matter how simple it is

[@debbieappleby6989]

This is a very good video Joey. I kept fish many years ago and used an underground filter for my aquariums. At the time it was the least expensive way to keep an aquarium clean between water changes. That's what the owners of the fish store told me anyway, lol. I love how clean your aquariums look, they are amazing! I only had one 10 gallon and one 5 and a half gallon aquarium, so maybe that was all I needed. I was very new to the hobby so I took what advice I could get. Thank you so much for sharing your information with us Joey. I love your aquariums!

[@Chris_Bumpus]

These types of vids is your roots! Thats how i found you a decade ago...its good to help newcomers or people that want to get an aquarium with these kinds of tips and tricks! Keep it up!!

[@loganjones9358]

Even though I am not new to the hobby, I think it is great that you as a creator make these sorts of videos. Don’t let other people judge you, on what they have not achieved themselves. I love the work Joey, keep doing, what you do best.

[@Strongwilledwarrior]

I appreciate these videos periodically. Reminds me tips I can share with others and keeps the ideas fresh in your feed. We all need to remember how new we once were in this and that it's a learning experience for so many. This type of information needs to be recycled periodically.

[@chaoticature]

Joey, thanks man, I’m hooked! I discovered this channel whilst thinking & exploring the possibilities throughout the aquascaping/ aquarium realm and I’ve held back for a couple years. I am 6 days into cycling my FIRST TANK. 5gal/ 19L. 1 plant, unique to me driftwood, quality substrate and water conditioner. Took the time and enjoyed every second of it and every minute I look over at a little ecosystem I’m helping to create and keep tidy. Still learning and no real danger to aqua life until I get it right. It is an absolutely wonderful feeling. Even just the slight adjustable flow running through my Rotala and the look of the tank under lights at night is magical enough but also knowing it will constantly fill and grow and some other residents will eventually move in. witnessing and enhancing Natural Behaviour I’m babbling on but, I’m being honest. CANNOT believe what it’s already done for me. Some long standing habits of mine are starting to get properly questioned. A big bonus. Surely, we are ALL different and we’ll get our own version of what it means but for me, it’s working wonders and I feel expanding creatively cognitive something something... cheers

[@KainoaBlackeagle]

I personally love these videos, because you break things down in such an easy way to understand. Love seeing you get excited about the hobby! That's passion yo! Take care, best wishes Joey!!

[@DyaDyaVasya]

Кормление рыбок, это одна из моих любимых процедур!) Арованы, скаты и краснохвостый сом заслуживают отдельного внимания!) Лайк конечно же!)

[@Aleksa.3]

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! I was gifted a 90 gallon and I dont even know where to start. This really helps. You're the best Joey!

[@joelyrs]

Please keep these videos coming with tips and tricks it is always a pleasure watching the back workings .

[@melaniejane9906]

I think that feeding my fish is so therapeutic. I love watching you feed yours Joey because I don't want to overfeed mine haha. Keep up the good work mate 👍👍 love your work. Tahlia - From Australia

[@mariovillamizar5903]

Every morning, I make coffee, and sit on chair, feed my fish and watch them, so relaxing

[@corrincaitlin]

PLEASE KEEP THIS SERIES GOING! I have a 90 gallon tank for a common pleco, a (lucky) feeder goldfish, and a female red-eared-slider. (Yes, they will get an upgrade to a much bigger tank in the future. Thinking 300 gallons.) I’m not a hobbyist! I rescued the slider because she was not being cared for properly and I’m doing my best. I’m STRUGGLING with filter knowledge and I’d love to continue to be educated by this channel.

[@erikv1974]

"I'm not a hobbyist... well, what are you?

[@darcyleas3943]

You should do a video about certain canister filters and how you "pimp" them out. Like what you would put in each basket, what order would you put your mechanical filtration in stuff like that

[@kenziebender998]

Joey, I’ve always been around aquariums (my dad kept a saltwater tank, arowanas, clown knives, and snakes), but I just got my first fish this week! It’s just a betta in a 5 gallon planted tank, but I’ve already got the itch. I love informative, entry-level videos like this and can’t wait to start modifying my own tank to improve the filtration system. Thanks so much!

[@grant0208]

Dude, I'm new to the hobby and this tip is going to prove to be priceless! Couldn't appreciate this and videos like it more!! Keep up the enthusiasm, it's contagious :)

[@jm9841]

Yeah tanks have a habit of breeding. Honestly. They make guppies etc look like monks.

[@lindsaynewkirk242]

I have been watching your videos for several months and today stumbled upon this video. I am so thankful that I have. i have two aquariums and I am new to this hobby, only couple months in, and I have finally found the solution I have been looking for. I have two same sized aquariums and the same number of same fish in both tanks. Both tanks have been going for the same time but recently the bottom tank water has become cloudy and after several water changes I just can't get the water to be as clear as it once was or like the top tank. I can't wait to add this to my tank and fingers cross it works! Thank you!

[@CMHPC23]

even for experienced hobbits needs a refresher/reminder every once in a while.

[@MysticWanderer]

HA. Hobbits. I love it. Accident or not that was awesome.

[@drthik1]

Stumbled upon your videos in search of diy setups to house fish for fishing. Sofar they've been invaluable and come to find out in my storage containers I have 2 ginormous rolls of this stuff I use for speaker cabinets . Great diy videos kept simple for newbies like myself, thank you

[@raventhedarkspy]

Ployester filling saves the day! This is what I use in my aquarium filter too, with some carbon sandwitched in the middle.

[@maxl5112]

Love your videos. I'm 13 years old and learn from you. I took the past 3 months of my time to figure out the recipe for ADA aquasoil. I figured it out, as well as Oliver Knott's nature soil

[@RafaelPike]

Joey I know you’ve discussed this before but I think a topic that is always relevant especially to newcomers is how to deal with chlorine and chloramine... I read about people still using the bucket system just to treat the water before introducing it to the tank. The python has made my life so much better but because I’m anal about these things I put an inline carbon canister on top of treating the tank when I do water changes. I think if you made an in depth video on how to deal with both and different methods to do so, we will all greatly appreciate it. Thank You Joey, you have inspired me greatly and fish keeping is so therapeutic.

[@alicha1716]

I added this in my hang in the back filter for my 5 galleons a few months ago. I had a green water issue and a first treatment had not fixed the problem. The result was just amazing. I still use it even after the green water issue is solved, the water is crystal clear !

[@joeysanchez4839]

I'd love for you to do a series on filtration. I'm thinking about making a sump for my 125 and I'm torn between a fluidized and a wet-dry. I own your book (which is unbelievably helpful) so I kind of have an idea on how to gauge the perimeters for it but if you talked about it, it would definitely help.

[@jameswalker7736]

I have a hang on the back filter I use with its recommended filters and some filling whenever its cloudy. I love the videos like this because it's a reminder for keepers and education for starters. I'd love to get a recap on algae, growth, function, how to keep, how to remove, etc. Keep up the good work Joey I think the hobby is spreading like wildfire lately and the big topics all seem to be recaps and small changes to stuff we all know.

[@Baffi_]

It’s funny to think how many times I’ve watched you teach the same lessons, or say the same things over the last decade. But I’ve been watching this whole time, and try to never miss video. Keep up the good work👍

[@johnrambo4572]

Hi, I am from Mauritius and I enjoy your videos. I love the topic of filtration and I have learned a lot over the years from you. I always enjoy these type of videos and I am so glad you brought this topic to life again - really looking forward to see the other upcoming videos on filtration

[@ferdigoldschagg5410]

These are the kind of videos that people want to see. Thank you! Please do a video on the ziss filter in this series. You don't have a store that sells these so your opinion would really matter.

[@shelbuckley3358]

Wow the gallery looks so much bigger now, plus lighting is so much better. Looking forward to you Scaping Joey xx

[@aquamaster8243]

Good one Joey back to basics. Keep taking us along when scaping the tanks ! Wonder how big of a deal the substrate is going to be, Maybe : biotope tank would be awesome , connecting the hobby with nature, could inspire many to keep there fish and tanks happy and healthy 😎

[@alexpixton8784]

Joey you are awesome and have inspired me to grow my collection! After a few years away from the hobby I just graduated from my 2.5 gallon Betta tank to a 75 gallon. Videos like this are great because they help refresh the basics to happy healthy fish :)

[@oz121]

Me: ready to sleep Joey: time to upload

[@lamardoss]

I love this stuff!!! I use it for my HOB filters and canisters. It’s SO much easier to do this verses buying the pre-made filters or re-fillable cartridges. It’s one more thing that makes maintenance a bit easier (and cheaper) which is always a welcome addition.

[@KevrysTheGamer]

love your videos. Especially videos like this. we get to see what you do and what works for you. gives me ideas for my future tanks.

[@mtngirl4944]

I think its great you give this kind of info. May never know what can be used. Keep them coming!!! Side note: I have my first baby fish from a pair of red apistrogramas. So excited.

[@Mr_Manifesto]

Serious question, is there a better alternative to polyester filter floss stuff? Polyester is not biodegradable and using it as filtration makes it essentially a one use product then it gets dumped into a landfill. I understand that sponges are made of the same material, but the lifetime use of those are far greater then the polyester floss.

[@easternlethal]

Just wash and reuse

[@Mr_Manifesto]

@@easternlethal it would only clog up twice as fast. And the stuff is almost ruined when you rinse it

[@wowdad3055]

NO.

[@MysticWanderer]

Much of the industry is things like this that look the same because they essentially are. The main argument for buying these things within the industry was touched on in the video and that is knowing what is in it. Additives you don't want to have in the aquarium but that serve a purpose for what the item was marketed for. With batting that could be the mold resistance mentioned or fire retardant for example. Some scrub pads that look just like the aquarium ones might have soaps in them. It's great when you can identify real savings options like this and still be sure it will be safe for your system. Great video. I love the energy and passion for the hobby!

[@yj4stara]

"Polyester is inherently flame-resistant because of the structure of the fabric, and the way it is woven, so it doesn't need to be treated with chemicals", this is what my research shows

[@CottonCandySharks]

I'm new to the hobby and really appreciate videos like this. I want to try aquaponics for most of the filtration with a tiny filter for backup (planted tank and a shelf of normal plants with their roots in the tank). What do you think of that kind of system? Have you ever tried one?

[@CottonCandySharks]

@@KraljHD why? Just curious (:

[@CottonCandySharks]

@@KraljHD Very nice explanation! I'm going to be pretty careful with it. Lots and lots of plants, making sure they're thriving before putting any fish in, and even then I'm going to start with smaller fish like neon tetras in a pretty large tank. I hope that the volume of water and plants will help it out (: Either way, thanks for the advice! I'll make sure to keep researching to give it the best chance (:

[@GothamCity85]

Nice thing is a lot of the diy projects Joey features can be easily adapted to aqautic turtle set-ups. I have a 50gallon aquatic turtle setup and I use the same bagged batting from Wal*Mart in my internal filter. Granted with my setup I'm replicating a shallow stream system at about five inches deep for my yellow bellied slider so I can get away with running a filter rated for twenty to forty gallons. My plans are to upgrade to a seventy-five gallon setup and do a pond system with about two feet of water now that my girl has grown out of the juvenile stage. This also means upgrading my existing filtration and I'm planning to do a five gallon bucket diy canister filter. Joey has been an absolute lifesaver for me.

[@brianleonard6025]

Hi Joey, i was wondering, what would you think and all the subscribers think about maybe once a month or even every other month choosing a subscriber that you would go to them and help them set up their dream aquarium? You could d a whole video following both you and the subscribers journey from beginning to end. Maybe make a contest for it or a monthly drawing or every other month. What do you think?

[@thekingofdiy]

I think its a nice thought.... Monthly is way out of the ballpark though. But what you are not considering is i have to raise my children and live a normal life outside of youtube and taking care of this gallery. In 1 year, Dedicating a min of a 3 day trip every single month would amount to a 36 days away from family that costs me about $50,000(1+ month out of 12 away from my kids). While i do travel, its not often and i maximize it by meeting as many at once as i can. I feel like i do enough for my viewers. I have given 11 years of my life fill with sacrifice and non stop hard work while the blunt end, my family dealt with.

[@adkgaladkgal1799]

Totally Appreciate your alternative ways to do things videos- I have my 3 drawer sump on top of my tank on an undergravel filter plate so no worries of overflow. You have helped my aquariums so much, thank you!

[@coreyhines3553]

Going to be honest, this is my favorite video, I have a hang on the back and you just gave me a reason to go to Walmart

[@brookmarquez2564]

I work at a pet store and every time i try sharing alternative ways of filtration and how much cheaper and cleaner they are over time compared to the buy at the store jacked up prices you had mentioned Joey but sadly some customer are just not into the hobby as us and would rather buy the simple changed out cartridges which cost so much and don’t nearly last as long! 🙃 I cant wait to see what you do with the decor of the tanks and thanks for sharing this hopefully this shows other there options are more than just a simple filter!

[@johnmursch8147]

Amazon has the cheapest prices for filter cartridges. I like to support my lfs but when I can get 12 cartridges for my tank for the price of 3 at the lfs I'll buy those from Amazon.

[@manditory2095]

I need a video on keeping the substrate clean (sand) without having to vacuum! I'm trying to get a planted tank going for my discus, but I basically have to start over every week when I vacuum! There's got to be an easier way, and I can't find the info in your library, as much as I've looked. 😕 Thanks! Love your vids! ❤

[@2friendstoking]

More water flow and more mechanical filtration. I'd recommend one of those old school air driven box filters with some filter floss since theyre pretty cheap and surprisingly effective.

[@migueleespinosa2632]

Mandi Tory increase your water flow so more of the debris stays in the water for the filter to pick up. Adding another filter will also help with overall filtering.

[@manditory2095]

@@migueleespinosa2632 I was concerned that increased water flow would be difficult for discus, and I'm not sure of the mechanics/angles/equipment needed to get that to work. I already have a HOB filter on the left side of the tank, and a lava rock air stone and Ziss filter on the right side, to make sure the water stays circulating. However, it's not enough to pick up what accumulates on the bottom, and I'm not sure what kind of flow parameters the discus will tolerate easily. :( It's not a monster tank, so any changes I make will be significant.

[@migueleespinosa2632]

@@manditory2095 I have no experience with Discuss so definitely defer to others with a level of expertise. I will say that I run two filters for the last 15 years in all my tanks. The new Seachem filters look promising and have flow control. 1/2 dozen Corey catfish will help stir up the substrate for you

[@michaelcaserta3249]

Great simple, yet effective, recommendation. I add to my filter socks all the time. A lot easier to swap out once they are clogged; plus saves time and money having to change and replace my filter socks. Great vid Joey!

[@Andersdif]

What about the environmental aspect of creating that much plastic waste? Is there a better way of accomplishing clear water without creating such a big carbon footprint? Perhaps using filtersocks which can be cleaned after each use?

[@PullingYourStrings]

You can rinse it and re-use it once or twice. Or you could look for cotton

[@pauloalves4337]

I don't use it. I use coarse and fine sponges. And my tank is pristine.

[@nath9233]

Carbon footprint? Explain exactly what is wrong with carbon.

[@wowdad3055]

@@PullingYourStrings you ca not use regular cotton.

[@wowdad3055]

@@pauloalves4337 Because maybe your fish don"t poop so much or they are small fishes or maybe you don't over feed.

[@ChatBot1337]

THIS is DIY. Tbh i left the channel some time ago as it became more and more centered (and sponsored) around the gallery. I realize diy is difficult long term but it is the channel as it was started. Seeing the racks go, now this, gives me some hope the channel is finding its roots again.

[@Drifter0001]

This is the cheaper option especially if you have a planted tank and have no need for carbon. Cool vid. Very Energetic.

[@heidispawsandfins]

It's great to revisit the basics Joey! I started using this after seeing you changing some on one of you sumps. I also have a medium sponge underneath as my sump is different to yours and when I change the floss every couple of days, some of the debris can escape. This is then caught by the sponge which I wash out every couple of weeks. Brilliant idea, cheaper over there than here in the UK but well worth it. xx

[@urbansk8r231]

Why is it when a person is excited an passionate about sonething, which shows in his / her mannerisms, people assume they on some sort of substance. Can't you be passionate any more without people assume something negative is the cause. Btw i use that wadding aswell. Is there a biodegradable alternative we can use to limit our carbon foot print. Hope so? Joey that's something yiu could look into for one of your future videos

[@limit0breaker]

I personally run coarse and fine sponges inside my canister for mechanical filtration, then various ceramic media, activated carbon pellets, Purigen, then MarinePure. My over-hang filter has less space, but still has MarinePure, Purigen, activated carbon pellets, and a fine mesh bag for mechanical filtration. Though this ran fine, I also have aquaponic beds hooked up to both tanks, and both are heavily planted. I love the videos that discuss various ways to improve existing set ups, or welcome newcomers to the options out there for every hobbyist. I'd love to know more about what you use to set up your sump filters, and various methods to set one up.

[@app5099]

Hi Joey, do you have a more ecological alternative for mechanical filtration? We have to watch out for plastic and microplastic going to the ocean

[@davidhaddock8770]

So I have a 100 gallon tank and I do use polyester quilt batting for the mechanical filter I also use lava rock for the biologic filtration it works wonders and also thank you Joey your channel has been a big help to me

[@DuzzyDobbin]

Hi mate, Your a gun I love your stuff. With regards to polyester batting are you saying “no mildew resistance” this hobby is helping my depression I love the vids and information. I especially love the honesty especially on you past mate really bloody relatable! Regards Duzzy 🇦🇺

[@-8_8-]

I believe that's it. I think the mildew stuff is bad for our bacteria. It may also be why I've heard some people say testing the polyester(of unknown type and origin) yielded a slick in his bucket.

[@janeshell1328]

I can’t thank you enough for not for getting us new comers to the hobby! You have given me lots of great ideas!

[@alisonsousa2530]

Can you do an Aquarium starter video series? I"m getting into the hobbie and love your content but a lot of it is extremely advanced and a little intimidating :P I'd love some 5-20 gallon tank videos and best practice tips for newbies!

[@wowdad3055]

check on you tube channel for a videos on how to start, do research first before you do anything. check a few channels that are telling you the same information then apply it for your tank.

[@DanielGonzalez-gd3dx]

Hi Joey love this video. I love when you do videos on fliteration it always give me stuff to do with my filters I have thank you Joey.

[@prmtymguy4621]

Amazing nuggets everyday I look through your videos pure inspiration. Can you do a video on the reasoning for certain media additions aside from the poly filters? Carbon Zeolite Clear max I’m making my aquarium changing filter today when the media arrives.

[@willownightwolf4755]

I did a diy filter box for my pond using the polyester. At first this was not cleaning up my water until I did some further digging and then wrapped it around my pump as well and that does a beautiful job.

[@DesignerMaker]

That is a huge amount of plastic waste going to landfill. Have you considered any more eco friendly mechanical filtration? I really like the DIY videos like this Joey, please keep them coming. Great work!

[@appeabbe7199]

Same stuff that u get from the store.

[@nath9233]

Like a few aquarium hobbyists will make a difference. Who cares

[@CliseruGabriel]

grow moss balls (not the ball itself but the plant) in a carpet

[@paleozoic]

Well . . . unfortunately, plastic works in aquariums because it isn't eco friendly. Plastic doesn't bio degrade in the filter, and typically eco friendly usually means it is bio degradable so it doesn't indefinitely pile up in the environment. Filters degrade biological material, hence an eco friendly mechanical will be eaten up into nitrates (or worse, and cause an ammonia spike from the large amount of degrading biological material).

[@wowdad3055]

check all around you there is plastic everywhere.

[@patriciatate1584]

I love your videos they have helped me a lot. I haven't had a fish for 20 years and now I've started watching your videos and now I have fish again. 2 koi 3 cements and a bala shark

[@xory44]

We need to come up with an organic version that can be composted after use

[@xx1893xx]

I have found that bamboo fibre cloths work well. I can get a roll of 50 for around $8 New Zealand. More expensive than polyester floss but better for the environment.

[@miekiepiekie1]

Wool and cotton can be composted too i though?

[@tic857]

Fabric stores will carry 100% cotton quilting batting. Depending on the brand it can be 0.50-2.99 a yard.

[@cheapskateaquatics7103]

Just use a fine pore sponge filter and a power head, never have to throw it away.

[@PrattsDrywallPaintCo]

Hemp

[@dapali123]

I'm using 100 micron plastic mesh (50 cm x 50 cm) lined in a plastic container which have holes all around. (I do have a bit of polyfill for extra polishing in the sump just before the return chamber which I might change once at 50-60 days.) It works very simple, have a clean mesh on stand by and replace every week. Hot wash the dirty one and leave it ready for next week. Simple, cost effective, last a life time.

[@dandaum828]

This type of video is literally the reason I subscribe!! So much better than the robot years too!!

[@bigrr64]

I personally really enjoy the filter media videos I always seem to learn something new thank you Joey.

[@jordyr2262]

Joey couldn't get his arms in the racking tanks because, he has the gun show ha

[@xxxgaby4977]

I was searching for this. Had some filling for bedding. AND I used it. Thanks a lot for sharing this with us. You won a new follower.

[@daelpixphotography]

Hmm since you're talking about the videos 'you're going to do'. What about getting the bio starters under the microscope, you said this when you had some 'free equipment' from a company........love your videos. I found your channel last year because I was thinking about getting in to aquariums, but decided against it for now.

[@chaoticature]

I’d also enjoy peeping at those tiny things I’m 1 week into my first tank and I will tell you, I am hooked already. I was hesitant for a year also but I am gaining benefits and joy with every minute I stare/ prepare/ plan next additions to improve quality and aesthetics etc. We all will experience differences but me personally, a lot of positives are already with me. Time and space are important I think. Just a bit of encouragement from a fellow tuber

[@PullingYourStrings]

I'm still waiting! He mentioned it at least twice. We need to see it!!!!

[@brandonmays7345]

I love your throwback style of videos.. this is the Joey that made me subscribe 7 years ago. Keep up the good work my friend

[@biscuit6717]

Do a pea puffer tank it would be awesome it would put the aw in awesome

[@pancudowny]

Joey... I followed your tip of stuffing a Tetra 40i internal-hanging filter with Poly-Fil, and using it as a water polisher. But when I initially setup my 29-gal, I took it to another level: I half-filled it with a folded & rolled piece of Poly-Fil, then top it off with a nylon knee-high stocking filled with bio-media. Once cycled/established, I used the arrangement without issue until I could install a filtration system that would be large enough to meet my satisfaction... into which I'll transfer the "bag" of bio-media. If I ever find myself in need of a inexpensive, quick-&-simple "complete" basic filter setup, I'll gladly use this method again. And I'll recommend it to those looking for the same.😊

[@seanbrosnan315]

I prefer sponges, it’s convenient as they double as mechanical and biological filtration

[@curtishoward2892]

Joey, I've been following your videos for years. These kinds of videos are still some of my favorite!!!!

[@j-liddy826]

I pay way to much for that fabric at my LFS. Great advice

[@lakeneisen7286]

Joey I’ve been i the hobby for about a year now breeding fish for profit and in doing a project in my high school agricultural shop class and it’s a aquarium stand and it’s my first big project just like you said you had thanks for inspiring me and a lot of new people like us. Good luck on the fish tanks ur amazing.👍🏻👍🏻

[@jonstfrancis]

I use it too to polish water from my canisters. I do wonder if there could be an organic form that could biodegrade.

[@xory44]

jonstfrancis I was thinking same as I wash it off in the garden for my plants. It will be good to have an organic option I can throw in compost bin or bury in the yard dirt for the veggie patch🌝

[@paleozoic]

The problem will come from the organic media itself degrading the becoming nitrate or worse, ammonia. It's probably going to pollute your aquarium and cause ammonia spikes if you leave it in for more than a few days.

[@jonstfrancis]

@@paleozoic I doubt that though, it would only be a thin strip and would be replaced regularly. And with adequate filtration the bacteria would break it down to nitrates anyway.

[@wowdad3055]

NO because it would fall apart.

[@paleozoic]

I'm not against looking for an eco-friendly alternative, but I don't think there are any alternatives mechanical media that's worth using, which is unfortunate. If you're catering to a more beginner-friendly audience like Joey is doing in this video, biodegradables shouldn't be used by beginners, it's just asking for disaster and will chase them away from the hobby when all their fish get poisoned and perish. A thin strip of bio degradable media isn't going to withstand being blasted by water 24 hours a day. The water will punch a hole through it and it wouldn't function as mechanical filtration anymore. Even thick layers of plastic batting isn't immune if you leave it in long enough. This stuff wasn't made for aquariums in mind to begin with. The amount of beneficial bacteria is depended on how much food/waste is regularly available in the aquarium. Having an excessively large filter isn't going to function any better than a small filter if the routine amount of waste produced isn't very high. Also consider that you'll be throwing away the filter media, there will be this gap every week or months where you don't have rotting batting to keep all the bacteria alive. If I feed a handful of food per day, there is only enough bacteria to convert a handful of food into nitrates. If I suddenly start feeding three times per day, now I get ammonia.

[@HazedForDays]

These types of videos are awesome Joe, keep it up my friend! Like you pointed out, lots of noobs and sometimes an old timer can pick up a thing or 2 they've been over looking.

[@soggyfries4347]

I gutted my sister's teddy bear. Tank is cleeeean.

[@MRWeast-hj9jb]

ahhhh man!!

[@calipogi8214]

HahHa

[@The_Mythical_Potato]

I"ll try your method seems affective :) Let's gut my sister teddy bear for cotton :)))))

[@mohamedazeef6654]

absolutely love every thing u say about this hobby joey. its v inspiring to see your enthusiasm for these little things that will definitely impact new fish keepers. love your vids always keep it up

[@theacappellafella501]

If you constantly throw away the polyester filter, will it affect the beneficial bacteria❓

[@Ryan-hh4yv]

Yes, but so is removing anything you have in your tank, like decor, this is meant to be mechanical filtration, not biological. So you can remove it.

[@N0_UNITY]

I use to add the old with the new inside my canister filter but I don’t think removing this polyester effects the biological state of the aquarium.

[@mostalajnen66]

Great video, i use pillowfilling made of polyester in my homemade skimmer, dirt cheap here in Sweden and easy to replace.

[@503Aquatics]

I love these videos!!!

[@keithduwe2647]

Love you 😍

[@503Aquatics]

@@keithduwe2647 lol thank you!

[@connornewkirk2887]

This was definitely helpful. I use filter floss in my HOB and it's made a huge difference

[@pd1jdw630]

LoL you’ve come a long way, remember that plywood fish tank ? It’s still fun watching you DIY. Though you are more shouting then talking now. But hey whatever to get over the sound of running water right. 👍🏻 keep up the good work.

[@kuuphone3193]

I said this on another video and was going to say it here too. His energy and voice level is WAY too damn high for me. Ive watched for a long time and came back to catch up on stuff. His subscriber numbers are awesome now but omg I don't know if I can watch any of these new videos. It can't be comfortable to just yell like that for the whole video.

[@vasili1207]

@@kuuphone3193 he should lay of the crack it's like he's animated by pixar

[@FrankiesUploads]

You gave me this idea sometime ago, I really need to give this a try. Thanks Joey! The gallery is coming together perfectly now! 👍🐡💙🌟🌈

[@BlindSchaap]

You can also rinse the filter cotton and use it a few times. If all your followers throw away the filter cotton every few days, it means an enormous burden on the environment. You don't want that, do you?

[@Schiwata13]

i used to do that. thing is, the "filter cotton" breaks down when i rinse it so it's fibers eventually goes in my tank

[@BlindSchaap]

High Bryan, Find a better quality. I rinse my polyester quilt batting ten times before I throw it away.

[@Schiwata13]

i would want that too so i also have to change less. tried different kinds but it all ends up the same. haven't tried getting one from a none fish store though

[@BlindSchaap]

I buy my polyester fillings in a furniture store.

[@june-uni]

Just love how the catfish hovers up his food. Another great video. Great info too. Thanks Joey!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@SteveLurvey]

Joey, Are you still considering putting up a webcam of a tank for people to watch?

[@CarlosCruz-ew5gu]

Keep them coming. Awesome idea for videos. Great idea with the comparison of the aquariums.

[@PENFOLD1962]

Please excuse my ignorance, I have kept fish many years ago, mainly Koi and used undergravel filters and my water's were all Gin Clear. My QUESTION is.... Are all man made sponges fine to use in filtration? PLUS... If you're replacing your polyester and mechanical media every few day's aren't you getting rid of the 'BACTERIA' needed for the upkeep of the filtration system? Once again please excuse my ignorance. Thank you Joey for another "FANTASTIC VIDEO", take care my friend 👍😷👍

[@PENFOLD1962]

@@suadhalilovic1501 Now it makes sense, thank you Chuck.

[@kylecheatham8584]

Always great energy bro and love any and every video you load. You always seem to touch on the subject that I feel to be having question on. Haha awesome.

[@josephbaird9124]

Joey, can you comment on how you sanitize tools, nets, and tubing for use in your tanks?

[@aphid0352]

Definitely like these types of videos. Buying my bag of Media this weekend! Have a Walmart down the street from me.

[@PiTaReX]

Where exactly do you place it at the very end of the filter? Or the first layer , deep inside the filter? for example on a Aquaclear 110 ! 🙏

[@jordantrujillo293]

For simplicity of changing the floss frequently, it’s better to put it on top of the sponge/bio media in my opinion.

[@jaydeef5187]

At the beginning. I use it on my.intake then sandwich a layer inbetween.2 sponges in my tidal 110 and stuff my bio bags with it in my whisper 60's. My dad has used polyfil in his corner filters since the 60's.

[@gregghorner9107]

I always use it as the final stage of mechanical filtration. It will very quickly clog up if you don't. It's also easy to change it out when it the last item in the filter, and you do have to change it often.

[@Loveofpets]

I really like this video. Its a great tip about that padding. Thanks

[@DuneL00n]

quilt batting/poly filter is what your here for

[@nolanburchett7972]

I really like Susan with the bass!!! If you were to do a tank with vertical logs like you had before but this time make it a planted with some type of grass, so it truly would look like them swimming through a forest, i think that would be really cool!

[@SuperRoverboy]

Babe...we need new bedding Why? Because... Because...why? Because Joey said so!!!

[@b0n3s1984]

Hi joey, great videos. I love them, u have helped me loads in my hobby. i use the same filtration method, However i wash them out clean with tank water and try to re-use them a few more times. I think its just such a pollution to the earth to go through so much of it. We should be environment friendly. Cheers mate