DIY WATER POLISHER IS ALL YOU NEED FOR CRYSTAL CLEAR WATER

[@TheBudgetAquarist]

If I may be so bold....for those who have interest in saving money, the filter media Deb is describing works great on hang-on-back filters too. Here is my short video about it. I use this for my 11 tanks. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKGYc6p7rahko9E

[@hooktherapy]

What a gorgeous tank Deb! The polisher sure pays off as your water is always crystal clear in your tanks.

[@Aquarimax]

Marvelous tip Deb! I may use one with my goldfish!

[@DebTim]

Hi Rus, Great to see you.. have a great weekend🌿😁💗💦

[@williamthomas8135]

How Have you not been attacked for stocking more than "one inch of fish per gallon"?

[@DebTim]

I am a pro at overstocking success! It's all to do with your filtration. Thanks for the feedback

[@LushWisdum]

I built something similar with a powerhead but got tired of changing the filter floss. Now I use 2 sponge filters & a HOB on my 20gl tank. I get the same results without the constant floss changes.

[@DebTim]

Hi Jim, I'm glad you found your way. This is a 75 gallon. I use FX canisters as filtration. maintenance varies from tank to tank and home to home. thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@MrJusduit]

I cant find that Soft Landing polyester filter pad on Amazon or on the internet anywhere.

[@DebTim]

HI Ira... try pinkie filter.. Thanks for coming by!

[@AquariumsAnonymous]

Great idea! look at us being frugal at the same time lol... where do you get that specific brand of apple cider vinegar?

[@DebTim]

Hi Les.. I get it at our local grocery store. It's silly really. I hate having unsightly things in my aquariums. Not fond on sponge filters so I try to minimize them. I just wandered through until I found a bottle that would work. As it happens it's a product I use often. I'm all for saving money!! Have a great weekend!😁💗💦

[@pondguru]

So simple yet so effective - it baffles me why people throw chemical media (which often cocks up the bacteria) at the tank as poly wool does the job with none of the side effects. Groovy.

[@DebTim]

Hi Richard. I don't like to use any chemicals unless it's life and death. This is such an inexpensive and effective way to do the same thing without chemical exposure. Thanks for your support! Have a great weekend.😁💗💦

[@pondguru]

Yup, that is the best attitude to have for sure.

[@rob93aquatics]

Amazing video Miss Deb, that's Crystal Clear tank 🐠🤙💪

[@DebTim]

And a great way to save money... no need for chemicals that cost a fortune! Have a nice weekend!😁💗💦

[@nehupiyu]

Thanks much, Maa'm for your hard work. Much appreciated. Do you think a 40 gallons will be blown by this? I can see my PetSmart has 1200 model which I think more power than needed by my Flowerhorn. If you think it will be much stronger for my 40 gallons than I will not try this. Basically fighting against algae bloom (so much greenish water).

[@DebTim]

Hi Piyush... I had one in my 40 gallon it did a wonderful job.. just make sure the power is not over strong. It will help with algae but you will need to change the fluff often. Good Luck

[@nehupiyu]

@@DebTim thanks Ma'm . I got Marineland Magnum polisher to fight algae and when it's clear, I will use the normal filter cartridge for daily use. That filter is great and really doing a great job, moreover, we can charge the micron cartridge with Diatom Earth. I didn't charge it yet, but yes, will do in evening. Currently, it's running with micron without being charged yet. I used stockings to fill BIO media in the filter's tube and used normal foam cartridge to clear dust, now I am running micron cartridge. Petsmart selling that filter in just 32 dollars (down from 90 dollars), so if you like, you can grab one. Have a nice day ahead

[@nehupiyu]

Alright, So followed the steps given in "How to boost the polishing power of your marineland magnum polishing filter" video. and It has miraculously cleared the tank overnight. I've had a very bad shape of green water, I charged this micron filter with Diatomaceous earth powder, the exact brand is NON pool refined. The brand is "Bonide - Diatomaceous Earth crawling insect killer" powder. Got it from Ace hardware in about 8 dollars. Poured 6 table spoons in deep bucket, and submerged the filter until those two tiny holes are out at the top. Ran it for 20 minutes and bucket was crystal clear. Then, put the filter in the tank and started it overnight.. The result is just outstanding, it's so clear that my flowerhorn (kamfa) named Atom is floating in the air. One thing to note here that this micron filter is NOT for daily use. Many guys complained about the filter stopped working after few months, I am guessing that's because of micron is getting fully clogged, resulting overhead operation of filter, making it bad! The other filter pad and bio media tube are the ones for regular daily driver, don't use micron as daily filter, instead use it as-an-when-needed! Hope this helps, Please ask questions here and I will try to reply ASAP. Have a healthy fish keeping to all. P.S. - This filter is on sell at PetSmart for 32 dollars (instead of 89 dollars regular). Grab it and you won't regret it! Thanks once again Maam, I will try this powerhead solution DIY too when needed.

[@joshs_random_location]

I'm so thankful to have found this video, I was almost going to go buy another filter to collect all the floaties. I'm going to attempt A DIY projects . Thank you

[@DebTim]

Hi Dubby... It's really quite an easy fix. I have one in each of my tanks. It makes a big difference!! good Luck!!💗😁💙

[@JR-lv9nb]

Try the foam cushion pads walmart sells . It comes in a 4 pack and works amazingly well for me . My water in my 3 tanks are crystal clear

[@adkgaladkgal1799]

Great idea thank you!

[@DebTim]

Thanks for stopping by... stay safe!

[@joesanfilippo8708]

I'm curious what canister filter you are using?

[@DebTim]

Hi Joe... Welcome to my channel. I favour the Fluval FX series. I have an FX4 on this tank. Thanks for coming by!👌🐟👍🌿😁

[@joesanfilippo8708]

@@DebTim thanks! I'm running the same the canister. Need to try the quilt batting trick.

[@स्वामीशून्य-द1ड]

Very nice information

[@DebTim]

Thanks so much!!

[@cichlidscape]

Nice video deb! Always happy to see you’ve uploaded a video👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🐟

[@DebTim]

Hi SC, That's sweet - thank you, my friend. Have a great weekend!!😁💗💦

[@JR-lv9nb]

I found that the sponge that Walmart sells for chair padding works alot better then the polyfill . The foam cushions they sell in the craft depth. I cut them to size and put them in my hobs . It works amazingly well . Try it out .

[@DebTim]

Hello and welcome to my channel!! On occasion I have used the egg crate style mattress as well. In my canister filters I use both. I still find quilt batting is the best for this use. Thanks so much for sharing!! Stay safe!

[@JR-lv9nb]

@@DebTim yes it works great i use both the foam pads and the batting. I usually layer them . The sponge pads actually removed the tannins from the wood I had in the tank . After one day the foam turned pinkish red and the batting was still white .

[@JR-lv9nb]

@@DebTim and thank you for the welcome

[@DebTim]

There are so many ways to save money by using products not labeled *for fish* Thanks for your wisdom!!

[@ZEBULON181]

I like the way she talks

[@DebTim]

Hi Z... thanks!!

[@FishmanEricRussell]

Cool DIY Deb. It looks great with the black bottle and it works great

[@DebTim]

Hi Eric... Thank you, my innovative friend. I am honoured with such a lovely comment as I respect your opinion to the moon and back!! I just can't do it with a plain water bottle. I can't stand anything like that in my tank. lol This is the anal version!!😁💗💦

[@prometheus4024]

Hi Deb i tried this exact set up, but I found the canister to be so loud, is yours not loud like a shaking sound? cheers from Borden Ontario

[@prometheus4024]

tried everything exactly as you did, way too loud, it is caused by the poly being sucked up, makes a loud humming noise, well at least i have an extra pump if i need it.

[@DebTim]

Hi Pro... oh yes I should have mentioned that. I cut a double layer of window screen and stuffed it up before the fluff. Also when you do start hearing noise it's dirty. The noise happens just like you thought from the fluff being pulled in. Good luck and let me know if it's better please! 😬

[@prometheus4024]

@@DebTim I love you lol thank you, ill try it my next water change and let you know. Cheers.

[@prometheus4024]

@@DebTim nah not for me still loud, my tank is near silent and this humms like a herc. i tried everything

[@davidsfishtanks9347]

you have 40 in there how did you count them all lol great video

[@OnefishTwofishROC]

Yay! I have been watching for this and am definitely going to make some. Question - you are using (2) 1200 pumps for the big 75 gallon that is heavily stocked. Can you/should you use smaller sizes for smaller tanks? I bet that Amazon is puzzled by the sudden uptick in combined power head and apple cider vinegar purchases. LoL :)

[@DebTim]

HI Rocky... I promise when you make one and see the difference it makes you will love it! I have 1200 at one end and a 900 at the other. haha... you can just use water bottles but then you will see a clear bottle with dirty fluff in it all the time. That would drive me loco. I just hunted around the grocery store for a bottle that would work for my purpose. I love the black bottle as it blends in so well. The one you purchase depends on the type of fish you home. I do not run them in anything smaller than a 55 here at home and my son runs one in his 40. My Geos have a 1200 in the 150 but only one in the middle back of the tank and I turne the flow to run against the back glass. They are still water swimmers and don't like much current. That's what's so nice about being able to direct the flow. I can't wait to see your tanks getting setup!! You are driving me nuts!! lol I'm waiting for plants so I can do a major redo on my 55. Have a great day!😁💗💦

[@cichlidkingaquatics5988]

Love it Deb.

[@DebTim]

Hi King... so nice to see you. Thanks for coming by. Yes, they really do a great job. I stand by them always in all my tanks. Have a great day!👍🐟👌💙

[@geophilgusfishkeeping6071]

Love your African cichlid tank. I’ve not kept them myself but very tempted of late. Also this is a fantastic trick to polish water. I use quilt batting but never this way, I think that will change going forward. Thanks for the advice! Keep up the good work 👍🏼😃

[@DebTim]

HI Phil... I started using quilt batting after making a few quilts. It has many uses!! lol Thanks for the great comment Phil..have a great day!😁🌻🌞💗

[@Reefgrrl]

I LOVE this! I’m going to look for a way to install one in my sump..... I have a couple of those Maxi-jets around here somewhere. How often do you need to clean the powerhead itself? Does the intake get gunked up? 👍🏻👍🏻Awesome video Deb!

[@DebTim]

HI Cindy... you know that's a great plan. The power head I seldom remove from the tank. I just pull the bottle off. The fluff picks up any detritus or microparticles so it stays really clean. Water change days I will just give it a quick rinse. I have a bunch of these in my junk supply collection. Although, over time they wear out or just get noisy. Thanks for coming by. Have a great weekend. Hope to talk soon!😁💗💦

[@corrosive72]

Nice little build, where do you buy your quilt batting??

[@stefanroeleven]

Thank you very much for sharing and revealing your secret to very very very clear tanks. A great diy video. Everybody should know this i will link this in my next video and save it to my favourite videos . And i hope others will do also Thanks again for sharing and have a great weekend my favourite canadian girl

[@DebTim]

Awe Angel that's so awesome. Thank you. It's such a simple thing but it allows my tanks to be beautiful for a decent price. I encourage everyone to make one. Once you see how well it works you will be sold!!💦😁💗

[@catfishcave379]

I just built one of these yesterday - it works great!!! Its like a cyclone on my 15g tanks - but does it ever filter everything out! Most of the fish were excited to play in the current too. Haven't used it on my big tanks yet. You're a genius!! It reminds me (vaguely... as this is Aquaman powered) of the air driven gravel vacuum my father used in the late 60s. I feel like I should build a bunch and give them away! Way cheaper and easier than importing Eheim Pickup filters and buying a voltage transformer. All hail the Queen of Ontario. **bow bow**

[@DebTim]

haha Cavey you are so sweet but I can't take credit for the idea just for my version of the build. I wouldn't have a tank without anymore. My 150 has 2 in it... and the fish love the circulation too. I can't get over how dirty the floss gets in such a short period of time!! I want to see yours!! Happy to see you my friend ✔️👊 💛😁

[@ericj1500]

I just absolutely love those africans, they are so active and colorful. Thanks for sharing friend.

[@DebTim]

Hi Eric... they are amazing fish. These guys are my very favourite. Thanks for coming by!😁💗💦

[@tmdroopy]

torontooooo!! scarborough guy here! good video! just went from fresh to salt water today. well last week. done a lot of diys from fresh setups. so goodluck to me. lol! happy for you, so i sub!. feb 2019-

[@DebTim]

Hey, Tm Welcome to my channel. Yah CANADA!! *waving flag* I'm so happy to meet you. wow, a marine tank eh? that's very exciting. I'm really interested in watching your new set up develop. Keep us posted, please. I have subbed and look forward to you sharing your experience!! 😁💦😁💙

[@kevinpitts1252]

Good stuff Deb! Since I use HOB's, it's sufficient to just have the media in there. I don't use any chems in my tank either. Never have, most likely never will. This is a great idea for sure!

[@DebTim]

Hi Kev... Great to see you. I used these even with my HOB when I had them. It is a great simple design and very effective. I'm not a chem person myself, or meds for that matter. Have a great weekend!😁💦💗

[@stevesaquatics165]

Great tip Deb. I was wondering how you kept your water so crystal clear. Unfortunately my powerheads don't have an intake (their hydor koralia's) so I'll have to use something else.

[@DebTim]

HI Steve, I have a few powerheads that are only wave makers. This type of powerhead is quite inexpensive and very handy. Even just running it a couple times a week will make a huge difference. Thanks for coming by!😁💗💦

[@sherrysfishroom6597]

That is amazing. I am going to do that in my 100 g. I will let you know if I manage to get it working correctly. Thanks Deb

[@DebTim]

Sherry you will love it... it's so easy and amazingly effective!💗💦👌

[@phreshphish7748]

This is such a great idea I never saw or heard of it. I'm sure it is effective because your tanks are crystal! Thank you for showing this, I have 2 brand new back up wave makers so I'm gonna set one up. Thank you for showing my logo at the end of the video I appreciate it! 👍😎🤘

[@DebTim]

Hi PP.... it's my pleasure in sharing your channel. You will be amazed at the dirt it pulls. I still am every time I change the fluff. It does the job of Purigen and Chemi Pure Blue for a fraction of the cost. Good luck. I hope you share a video too!!💗💦👌

[@nomangull9501]

Thank you dear to tell us about water polisher. Very soon I'll make it and show you the results . Thanks again dear

[@DebTim]

Hi Noman.. I would love that. thanks for the encouraging comment. Have a nice weekend!!😁💦💗

[@SticcksandStones]

This is awesome, you the man Deb! 💪🏻 😂 Fish looking beautiful as ever too

[@DebTim]

HI Stix.. It's nice to see you. Thanks so much. Have a lovely day!!😁💗💦

[@KNSExotics]

probably one of my favorite diy projects that makes the biggest difference for the smallest cost awesome job explaining everything

[@KNSExotics]

haha right after I hit enter on the comment you said the same thing almost word for word lol

[@DebTim]

Great minds!!!💗💦👌

[@leeandmandybattersby5958]

Great video Deb i love the how to videos nothing better than making your own equipment

[@DebTim]

Hi Mandy... It's fun too and gives you a good feeling when you know it works and you saved money!! Great to see you... have a super day!😁🌻🌞

[@jennstandring5172]

That is really cool, Deb. I will remember this video for when I have tanks larger than my betta tanks!

[@DebTim]

Hi Jenn, Thanks for coming by. I'll be here if you need me. Have a great weekend!😁💗💦

[@chroniclesofchrisfishroom.581]

Simple and efficient. Great video Deb. Have a great weekend.

[@DebTim]

HI Chris... You too!!💗💦👌

[@inventoryking]

Awesome diy Deb

[@DebTim]

HI Paul... thanks so much! Have a great week!😁💗💦

[@JustMyFish]

Thank you I like that. New where to get black bottles not seen any here. *:0(*

[@DebTim]

Hi Wayne... Because I have them in my tanks all the time I have to have them blend in or it would drive me nuts. I just wandered around the grocery store until I found something I could use. I'm sure you could if you wanted to but a clear water bottle works just as well .. .even better as it fits perfect. Thanks for coming by!😁💦💗

[@JustMyFish]

DebTim A CANADIAN Girl I know it would have to be black for me it would drive me nutts looking at a white thing on a black background. I will find one lol. how much is the powerhead Do you think two rated for 75g would work for a 220g.

[@3xaqua247]

Great DIY Deb! I know your secret now😁👍🏻💗

[@DebTim]

HI 3.. yes you do!! It works too! Thanks for coming by!👌💦💗

[@bobbygsproaquarium]

Nice and simple, thanks.

[@DebTim]

Hi Bobby... I wouldn't have a tank without one!💗💦👌

[@cdav28]

Great video!

[@DebTim]

HI Max... thanks Welcome to my channel!!💖💦🌿😁

[@DebTim]

btw... I subbed your channel!! 💖

[@cdav28]

@@DebTim Thanks! I subbed your channel also. I think your videos are awesome!

[@TheBudgetAquarist]

Love seeing actual examples of tanks running perfectly well with lots of fish and proper filtration. Too often people believe the old myth of 1 inch per gallon. When water is clean, food is plentiful, and there is no predatory behavior, fish are happy as...clams! 😝

[@DebTim]

HI Bruce... I'm sorry I'm so late getting back to you. It's been an amazing and hectic week. I agree. If you are going to do anything that a life depends on you, you better do your very best. The first step is research... Thanks for the thoughtful comment.🌎 💖 🐟

[@williamthomas8135]

too often people don't believe the rule of thumb "one inch of average fish per gallon". I mean what are you supposed to do if you work in a busy tropical fish store and every other new customers asks "About how many fish can you put in a tank" and for them, who may not be paying customers or own a tank yet, its "about one inch of fish per gallon". There are 24,000 species of fish on earth, it would take forever to measure all of them.

[@AqualifeTv]

Great info thanks for sharing

[@DebTim]

Thanks AT.. happy to see you!😁💦💗😁

[@rymaccichlids5999]

Cool tip Deb thanks for sharing

[@DebTim]

Hi Ry... thanks for coming by. Have a great Sunday!💗💦😁

[@misterbgs1]

One of my favourites.

[@DebTim]

Me too Bran!!💗💦👌

[@Hornbyttgingernerd]

Very impressive deb 😬👍🏻

[@DebTim]

HI DK.. thanks.. I'm always happy to see you. Have a nice weekend!😁💗💦

[@ProtimAquatics]

Great DIY Sister !👍☺️

[@DebTim]

HI Tim.. thanks! Have a great weekend!😁💗💦

[@ProtimAquatics]

DebTim A CANADIAN Girl You too Sister !👍☺️

[@xjd8375]

Great tip Girl!!! 😎☝🏻

[@DebTim]

Hi X thanks so much!! 🌎 💖 🐟

[@Cichlids23]

nicely done Deb

[@DebTim]

Hi 23.. Thanks for coming by. Have a great weekend!😁💗💦

[@anthonycoates1604]

Outstanding!!!

[@DebTim]

Hello Buck.. thanks so much. Great to see you. Have a great weekend!😁💦💗

[@AngelosFishTanks]

Very nice diy Deb..

[@DebTim]

Hi Angelo.. thanks! Have a great weekend. Always happy to see you!!😁💗💦🌿

[@AngelosFishTanks]

DebTim A CANADIAN Girl and the same to you Deb😊

[@jaedens5754]

Nice video

[@DebTim]

Hello Ang... nice to see you. Thanks for coming by!😁💗💦