DIY Plywood Koi Pond Build - Part 1

PART 1 OF A RAISED KOI POND BUILD

[@KoiTimeUSA]

Looking good and solid build. I did mine with 4x4s more expensive material

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

Thanks. I do watch your videos I’m looking to upgrade my filter but I’m waiting for this virus thing to settle down a bit more before I hit Lowe’s for a few things I need.

[@KoiTimeUSA]

@@villainmediaproductions5237 I shared your videos to my koi group they enjoyed watching it.. 😜👍😁

[@JackWarr3n]

Not a single pilot hole 😂 just send it.

[@markatkinson23]

I have done the same but a bit smaller and alot of people said it would not hold the water ? Now I'm nervous of filling mine up now how is yours doing has it lasted? Regards mark

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

It’s been about a year I haven’t had any issues. I have about 8 to 900 gallons in it

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

I’m making changes again to the filter. I’m putting a video together now. Thanks for watching

[@jesselove3715]

I am really curious how this held up over the years. The supports dont seem strong enough to prevent bowing over time. I would expect twice the vertical bracing at least with all the outward water pressure.

[@brynleysmith3510]

Not sure 4x2 will be strong enough tbh think it will bow

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

It never bowed. 💪🏻

[@bryanhouse6811]

Excellent video, I was looking hi and low for this video. I love you framing plan. I will make minor adjustment. Put this is by far a great raised KOI pond plan. Thanks for sharing.

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

Thanks for watching

[@desperadosanchez723]

Great video what size sheets of plywood thickness. did you use and how's its holding so far . Plz

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

Desperado Sanchez 3/4 in for the sides 1/2 for the bottom. No bowing. It’s holding up great. Thanks for watching

[@MasterTy777]

what is the size of the liner? and 45 mil? or 60?

[@benjaminhammond7925]

can you plaster with cement for waterproofing instead of using the liner? And will it work?

[@dannyrispin2639]

Easy pal iv just built the same as you copied really how did it hold up im worried mine is guna blow out

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

Lol no problem. It’s rock solid. Thanks for watching

[@brokegamer5316]

the wood wont crack if u predrill

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

Very true that was the only one that did

[@albertosansonjr.9317]

@@villainmediaproductions5237 sir what are the sizes of the woods did u used?

[@schnookieshullHull]

@@villainmediaproductions5237 the only one that cracked? or the only end you didn't pre drill lol 😂

[@brian68467]

Hello Sir, at 9:54 it indicates "I added extra supports not filmed". 1st question: What are the extra supports? 2nd question: your pond size is 5x8x3. Do you think 5x10x3 is still holding up? Thanks. You did a great job! Sir.

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

The extra support I added an extra 2x4 on the short ends. 5x10x3 will be fine with a few more 2x4 s.

[@DavidJHarrisonEssex]

I want to do something like this, my research brought me here but I want windows in mine. Good video, thanks

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

Thanks for watching. I wanted a window also I just don’t have those skills lol

[@vsaioutdoorx]

Does your koi pond bow out when filled with water? Mine bow out so now I have to put a pole in on the side to hold it in place.

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

Not at all. Thanks for watching

[@acaciajamaal997]

whats the length of screw and name of type of screw

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

I used 2 1/2 in outdoor wood screws for the frame then 1 1/2 in to attach the 3/4 inch plywood. Thanks for watching

[@ritesha8050]

What is the distance between the supports

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

It’s around 2ft

[@suetoach8157]

what thickness ply wood did you use please?

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

3/4 inch plywood. Thanks for watching

[@Adrian_21]

Would this be good for any largemouth bass

[@Larry-rr6ko]

Oh definitely

[@brandonshea1955]

What size pond liner did you use

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

I believe it was 18x12. I think the cut it a bit larger than that. I had to cut off a bunch.

[@josephmartinez4275]

How’s this holding up?

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

No issues at all. No bowing or leaks. Thanks for watching

[@ritesha8050]

What is the total cost excluding filter

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

It was around 800.00 us

[@ritesha8050]

@@villainmediaproductions5237 thx

[@KL-hc7se]

im thinking of using this for my leopard geckos!

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

Sounds interesting

[@Gobrian44]

How’s this holding up?

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

It’s holding up fine. No issues at all. Thanks for watching

[@Gobrian44]

@@villainmediaproductions5237 About to start a similar build. How’d you determine how strong to make it?

[@ewayjeng1]

How many gallons is this pond?

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

Between 8and 900 gallons

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

Depends on how much water I put in it

[@ritesha8050]

What size wood is it

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

I used 2x4 and I think 3 to 4 sheets of plywood. I used 1 and 1/2 sheets just for the floor cause it’s 5x8. The res was for the walls. Thanks for watching

[@ritesha8050]

@@villainmediaproductions5237 thx a lot man

[@adeelshaikh2129]

Looking very nice good luck with pond

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

Thanks. I also have a 120g cichlid tank

[@adeelshaikh2129]

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[@mirola73]

How is it holding up, no bowing or cracks ?

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

Not so far. I didn’t put the plants in yet.

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

No bowing on the plywood tank itself.

[@kenthoang2202]

your work is awesome sir! How do you cut the wood so straight? i cant even cut a simple piece :)

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

The plywood was cut at Home Depot. The 2x4icut with a saw. Thanks for watching

[@diegoalvarado1351]

How much did this cost ?

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

Roughly 800 dollars. The liner alone was around 280 dollars.

[@Larry-rr6ko]

I'm doing this for my fancy goldfish. Thank you

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

Go for it!

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

For sure it’s definitely big enough

[@Larry-rr6ko]

@@villainmediaproductions5237 it is!!!! I have it all together now I need a liner and I’m about done with it. I was shocked at how much wood went up. It’s so cool. Thank you for your video. How is yours doing? Still dandy?

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

And wood cost a lot more now than last year lol

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

Still going strong. Other than me changing up my filters

[@albertosansonjr.9317]

wat is the size of the plywood?

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

I used 2x4 and4x4

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

The plywood was 1/2 inch 4x8 sheets

[@albertosansonjr.9317]

@@villainmediaproductions5237 sir how many 2x4 and 4x4 woods did u used? And what is the height of ur koi pond did u make?

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

The pond is 5’ x 8’ and 36 inches high

[@albertosansonjr.9317]

@@villainmediaproductions5237 sir how many plywood did you used?