How I Fibreglassed My Koi Pond

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Pauls Koi pond

Pauls Koi pond

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@terencespeers5276
@terencespeers5276 7 ай бұрын
Fantastic job Paul ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 7 ай бұрын
Thanks Terence, getting there mate
@terencespeers5276
@terencespeers5276 3 жыл бұрын
Well done Paul ,great job !! You make it look so easy
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Just tissue coat was a challenge hence the day rubbing down
@alanminshall1824
@alanminshall1824 3 жыл бұрын
You have to be so pleased with that. Well done. Can't wait to see it full of water and then the fish added. The fish will love it.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
thanks mate, yes im very pleased with the result seeing its my first time fibreglassing...love the black top coat paint...gives such a nice finish....if fish not happy then im getting penguins....haha
@markevans8948
@markevans8948 3 жыл бұрын
Brill Paul nearly there chuffed for ya cant wait to see your babies in there looks superb
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Yep mate nearly there but im looking forward to building my church style filter house
@tyrosser7401
@tyrosser7401 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video! Its been very helpful and has given me a bit more confidence for doing my pond fiberglassing project.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 2 жыл бұрын
Your so welcome my friend
@Simonsimps
@Simonsimps 3 жыл бұрын
Well done. Everything is crossed for you Paul. Good luck on the fill. Cheers.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to it mate
@nikolaucznaum4312
@nikolaucznaum4312 3 жыл бұрын
Well done Paul, your efforts have inspired me to fibreglass my new pond build. I was going to go for a box liner but seeing your results looks to be spot on!!..
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate ,that makes me happy...KZbin is very helpful sometimes
@goldencorndiarys1458
@goldencorndiarys1458 3 жыл бұрын
Wow amazing Paul ,how it transforms it the flow coat you have done a amazing job I have no doubt it will hold water cant wait for the next video xx
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Katrina, very happy with how its starting to look
@stubbsaquatics6080
@stubbsaquatics6080 3 жыл бұрын
What an amazing job.. And only a couple bubbles.. Wow..impressive
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
hope the fish like it or it becomes a hot tub haha
@stubbsaquatics6080
@stubbsaquatics6080 3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond thats going to be one big hot tub.. Hmmm the viewing windows might be a hit 😄
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
@@stubbsaquatics6080 got my budgie smugglers ready mate...haha
@neilp3406
@neilp3406 3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant job mate! You’ve got to be pleased with that!
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Deffo mate...better than i thought
@CBersPond
@CBersPond 3 жыл бұрын
Great job Paul 👍 You must be really pleased the way it's turned out. Stay safe.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
for my first time mate ,its turned out better than i thought it would
@ianevans3898
@ianevans3898 3 жыл бұрын
Looking good Paul your doing a great job 👍👍 keep up the good work stay safe 🌈🌈🌈
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers bud...very pleased with how its looking
@asimahmed1693
@asimahmed1693 2 жыл бұрын
💗 love the video ....very informational
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks jimmy
@satyentrivedi3716
@satyentrivedi3716 Жыл бұрын
paul beautiful job,could i ask the paint you used over the fibreglass,fella it looks fantastic,really does ,hat off too ya.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
its called Topcoat and you will find it at any fibreglass company mate...new pond build coming soon mate
@kevinallison2856
@kevinallison2856 3 жыл бұрын
Top job buddy. Enjoyed your re build from start to now. Credit due to you. Hope to god it holds water an dont leak. A crackin job buddy. Well done.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate....the filter house is what im looking forward to building now
@jeanlewis1132
@jeanlewis1132 3 жыл бұрын
Wow Paul, your hard work is really paying off. Nice to see a glimpse of your dad helping , and also a sneaky peek of mum in the conservatory (she could have given us a wave). The fish will think they are in a 5* hotel when they get there.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Mum hiding from the work as usual
@KoiRun50
@KoiRun50 3 жыл бұрын
Hand crafted to perfection. Can’t beat it.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers buddy...very pleased with how its looking
@Tom_Prendiville
@Tom_Prendiville 3 жыл бұрын
Looks awesome Paul mate 👍🏼
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Thanls tom..im pleased with how its looking
@Tom_Prendiville
@Tom_Prendiville 3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond hopefully it holds water 💦
@andycox3862
@andycox3862 3 жыл бұрын
Looking goooood matey 👍👍👍
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
thanks buddy, for my first attempt im very pleased with the end result...(if it holds water)
@andygoulding9402
@andygoulding9402 Жыл бұрын
Great job Paul..I have a couple of questions,,, what was your resin mix in the end. I'm just about to do my pond but the instructions are mind blowing..also do you mix activator with the flow coat.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
Hello mate...the topcoat at the end does need the hardener mixed in with it....the less of activator you mix in determines how long you have to play with it
@Simon.Bryant
@Simon.Bryant 3 жыл бұрын
Great job! Well done. I’ve really been enjoying your pond build videos. Cracking stuff!! 👍
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
thanks buddy, the best are still to come mate
@davecooke914
@davecooke914 3 жыл бұрын
Great job Paul 👍
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
thanks mate, im happy with results
@gman1087
@gman1087 Жыл бұрын
Hey Paul....really enjoyed this video.....im about to do same but not sure what materials to use.....can u please point me in the direction of what resin and gell coat you used...the supplier please...many thanks
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
I used fibre glass direct on the Internet mate...I will use them again on my new one soon....Good luck mate
@zoranpavlovski1352
@zoranpavlovski1352 2 жыл бұрын
Great job, and very well explaind!
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Zoran..it was my first time and was do happy i gave it a try my friend
@daveluxford6236
@daveluxford6236 10 ай бұрын
Awesome job mate looks fantastic! Did you buy the fibreglass etc as a whole kit?
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 10 ай бұрын
Yes mate from fibreglass direct....that was my old pond, about to start new build in new property
@aaroncooper779
@aaroncooper779 2 жыл бұрын
awesome job paul i was thinking of fiberglassing my new wood framed pond what would i need to get to get to were ytou have mate do you have links of what i would need please
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 2 жыл бұрын
have a look at where i got all mine from mate, speak to them they are very helpful fibreglass direct
@robertnicholls9409
@robertnicholls9409 3 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you wore a mask, where I use to work had a fibreglass dept, if went in there for 5min you could taste it for rest of day and the smell just clings to you, hope all goes well with the fill, but just before you fill carefully run your hand slowly over the entire area, it won't take much to injure your koi and it's a lot harder to find once water is in it. Rob.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Probably gonna have a little rub down before 1 more coat....did spend a whole day rubbing down the fibreglass before so it is very smooth
@robertnicholls9409
@robertnicholls9409 3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond stinks like hell the resin don't it, does the flow coat smell as bad, only time I've done any fibreglass was a small patch on my dad's 3 wheeler reliant robin when idiot next door ran into it. At least you now have the main pond done which must be a huge relief.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
@@robertnicholls9409 yes mate top coat just as bad...a large spider ran out of the bottom drain pipe and instantly curled up and died...fumes are bad...very flammable
@robertnicholls9409
@robertnicholls9409 3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond how did you get on with vac and fumes, as soon as you mentioned it I wondered about any fumes with elecric motor, did you end up using it. Rob.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
@@robertnicholls9409 as the machine stayed outside it worked ok to suck the fumes out...could just feel the fumes on my eyes...as i said in video i dont know how people do this everyday
@w.k.pitsallaboutthefish6460
@w.k.pitsallaboutthefish6460 3 жыл бұрын
Your a braver man than me lol it looks top notch well done sir 👍🐟
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
I do like to have a go mate...very happy with how its looking
@progressivepondkeeping
@progressivepondkeeping 3 жыл бұрын
That looks amazing mate really nice job 👌👍
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Glad i spent a day rubbing down mate...paid in the long run...really pleased with how its looking
@progressivepondkeeping
@progressivepondkeeping 3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond happy days mate I knew you would do a good job it's going to be stunning 👌
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
@@progressivepondkeeping cheers bud....best is yet to come mate 😉
@progressivepondkeeping
@progressivepondkeeping 3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond 👌👍
@barrysims616
@barrysims616 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul your doing a great job. I will be building a bigger pond next year so I am in the planning & costing stage. Could you give me an idea of how much the complete fibreglass kit cost please, I don't need any details, just a total. Thanks very much.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
paid about 500 mate, but i over estimated because i have plans for the leftovers
@barrysims616
@barrysims616 3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond Thanks for that, definitely helps with my plans. Look forward to your next video.
@stubbsaquatics6080
@stubbsaquatics6080 3 жыл бұрын
Been looking forward to this my friend... As I am sure you were.. Haven't used fiberglass in so so very long.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
cheers mate, top layer of tissue caused a little stress ,but spent a day rubbing down and got it nice and smooth...very happy with end result....looks like a pond again
@ACKoi
@ACKoi 3 жыл бұрын
Nice mate looks good not long now 👍👍👍
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Best part is still to come bud
@Pj-yy2my
@Pj-yy2my 3 жыл бұрын
you done a great job there looks nice can i ask where you got materials from going to have a go at doing mine
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Fibreglass direct website mate...im glad i tried
@nickyrees5656
@nickyrees5656 3 жыл бұрын
good job going to glass mine soon so thanks for the tips good video
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate glad it helped
@richardfrost1026
@richardfrost1026 2 ай бұрын
Hi Paul I no it's was a long time a go but can you remember the mixing ratio for the fibreglass
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 2 ай бұрын
@richardfrost1026 hi mate, just finished my new one so I can remember, I used 10ml of hardener to 1 litre of resin....gives you a little bit more time to work with it mate
@chrisartis4284
@chrisartis4284 3 жыл бұрын
Nicely done 🤙👌
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate...pleased with how its looking now
@richardfrost1026
@richardfrost1026 Жыл бұрын
Hi there i dont know if you remember when u fiberglass your pond when did u do the floor and what grade fiberglass did you use
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
Hi mate...floor was done last but I can't remember what grade I used...speak to fibreglass direct I'm sure they will help you
@tonyquinn7479
@tonyquinn7479 3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic well done 👏
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tony
@BigGuyAl007
@BigGuyAl007 3 жыл бұрын
Fair play you had a go yourselves! GBR linning watch on here! If you want to do your own! Good luck 👍
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy....i do like to give it a go mate
@adrianberry7475
@adrianberry7475 3 жыл бұрын
Great video mate, where did you get your fibreglass supplies from?
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Got it from fibreglass direct website...very helpful
@mykoijourney4979
@mykoijourney4979 3 жыл бұрын
Hi mate hope you don’t mind me asking where you got your fibreglass from and is there Pacific one to get for ponds and how did you work out how much you needed and a rough cost many thanks glen
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
I got mine from fibreglass direct...found them very helpful with measures
@mikeplece6945
@mikeplece6945 3 жыл бұрын
Paul. You have done so well. I told you it wasn’t hard eh? The hoovers a bad bad idea unless it’s intrinsically safe. Explosion is possible mate. Still an excellent job. You should be proud of yourself. I’ve done a few ponds and roofs with glass and I love people that have a go.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers buddy...if the vacuum had blown up then i would of had a bigger pond and more clay to deal with....thanks mate
@mikeplece6945
@mikeplece6945 3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond it’s my 25 years in health and safety mate! Retired now thank god!
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
@@mikeplece6945 its a important piece of information mate which i will correct in next video...thanks for making me aware
@geoffpaten3705
@geoffpaten3705 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul good job. Where did you get your fiberglass from pls and wat did you use around the return pipe to seal it thanks hope you can help
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Geoff...fibreglass i got online from fibreglass direct website and to seal the return i used HA6 sealent which i used before and really like...hope that help buddy
@geoffpaten3705
@geoffpaten3705 3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond thanks Paul that's a big help 😆 keep the vids coming love watching them👌👌
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
@@geoffpaten3705 cheers mate i really appreciate that
@richardfrost1026
@richardfrost1026 Жыл бұрын
Hi there can I ask if you can remember where did you get your fiberglass kit from please
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
Bought it all from a company called fiberglass direct...they were very helpful mate and I will be buying my new pond kit from them aswell
@babbluhbk
@babbluhbk 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul Nice video. What is that black coat you applied at the end. If its a paint, Please help me with the type of paint you used.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Its called flo coat....its a special paint which you mix with a hardener so it dries very hard...thanks for watching my friend
@richardfrost1026
@richardfrost1026 3 жыл бұрын
Hi mate pond looking good can I ask where you got your fiberglass stuff from and the size of your pond please
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
I bought it from.fibreglass direct...i have a bit left over as im going to.rebuild my wildlife pond over winter...first time ive ever used fibreglass but enjoyed every second of it...cheers mate
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Pond holds 2000 gallons bud
@richardfrost1026
@richardfrost1026 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@danieldavis9946
@danieldavis9946 3 жыл бұрын
Done a good job there m8, just make sure the flow coat cures proply you will no if its not cured it will turn a dull whitish wen wet. 👍
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
cheers mate for the tip, will leave it a few days until i start the refill test
@netcalibur
@netcalibur 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent job. After all done how long you have to wait before fill it with water and safe for fish?
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 2 жыл бұрын
Leave it empty for a week mate then fill with tap water and leave for another week...i emptied it then and refilled with water through a carbon block...then fish went back in mate
@netcalibur
@netcalibur 2 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond oh, so there is a waiting time. Thanks for reply 👍👍👍
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 2 жыл бұрын
@@netcalibur i probably waited a bit longer mate just too make sure there was no chemicals leaking into the water....goid luck mate
@IcenI_Koi
@IcenI_Koi 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul, looks great. Can I ask where you got the materials from please? Stay safe & well.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Fibreglass direct website mate
@IcenI_Koi
@IcenI_Koi 3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond How much did you need Paul and did you have any left over?
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
I over bought mate because i still have plans for some....i think it was the 30 square metres pond kit...just under 500
@markwalker2373
@markwalker2373 Жыл бұрын
Thinking of fibreglassing my new build pond myself is the resin a special fish safe one
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
No mate , but once you have finished I would advise you to fill the pond up with clean water and leave it for a week or 2 ,then empty it and refill with fresh water before adding fish...that's what I did and everything was OK...Good luck mate
@countrykoipond
@countrykoipond 3 жыл бұрын
I have been a bit worried for you but it turns out you have been working hard and everything is ok. Just put plenty of sealant around the BD, skimmer and glass etc
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
more deserving people to worry about then me bud, sealants all ready for when its completely dry
@melissathompson9700
@melissathompson9700 Жыл бұрын
Hi, I'm doing research so I can make a final plan for my above ground pond, your video was extremely helpful! Do the air bubbles matter too much?
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
Hi Melissa...any help you need please ask...Air bubbles are most helpful in hot weather as the warmer the water the less it holds air in it..if you have the water return from the filter and you can make it splash into the pond is also helpful...Good luck and keep me informed
@asterixborden-koi6881
@asterixborden-koi6881 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Pau you are a brave man I don’t think I could attempt this myself but it’s looking good m8
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
I feel more of an achievement when ive had a go
@asterixborden-koi6881
@asterixborden-koi6881 3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond yeah I’m a carpenter and Joiner by trade but have dabbled in most trades plastering tiling plumbing electrical roofing and other stuff but I can honestly say I don’t think I would have the Confidence in Fibreglass 🤔
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
@@asterixborden-koi6881 buy a small pack on ebay and have a practice....mate if i can do it then im sure you would be able to
@brandonmonroe7050
@brandonmonroe7050 2 жыл бұрын
Nicely done and solid as a rock. Im curious how many gallons of resin did it take?
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 2 жыл бұрын
It was 2 big drums mate but i cant remember how many litres they held....sorry buddy
@davidneil1452
@davidneil1452 3 жыл бұрын
Is it possible to put a couple of coats of flow coat on over pond paint as i am struggling to seal my pond that i have just painted tia And great job by the way
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Sorry buddy i dont know....i wish i could me more help
@kimberharvey9486
@kimberharvey9486 2 жыл бұрын
Would like to know how much product it took to complete this project and where you purchase the product.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 2 жыл бұрын
Hi...i ordered all my stuff from fibreglass direct..you tell them the measurements. And.they will supply the kit for all you need
@tyrosser7401
@tyrosser7401 2 жыл бұрын
If you don't mind me asking, how did your work the fiberglass around your bottom drain, returns, skimmer, windows, etc.? Thinking through how to do that part has been stressing me out! do you fiberglass up to the edge and than silicone to seal them? What do you think is the best method?
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 2 жыл бұрын
With the bottom drain i fibreglassed a little into it and then when fully dry i used a lot of sealent to make sure it was sealed..fibreglass wont stick to glass mate so fibreglass as close as possible and again use plenty of sealent...i was nervous at first but soon found it wasn't that bad to do....make sure you wear a mask as the fumes are pretty bad.good luck and let me know how you get on buddy
@tyrosser7401
@tyrosser7401 2 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond Hey Paul, Thank you for responding to me! That all makes sense. I'm currently pretty far along in building my block pond. Bottom drains are in and all that's left before fiber glassing is pouring the cement floor. But I'm running into a problem I'm hoping you might have some advice on. WARNING: this is going to be an overly long explanation. I’m a big fan the way ponds in the UK are built. I think lining a block pond with fiberglass makes all the sense in the world. This is how I want to construct my pond. Only one problem, I live in the US. I’ve yet to find any suppliers here who carry what I need to build my dream pond. But I’m very determined. I’m not willing to settle for a rubber liner pond. If I can’t build my pond the way I want it to be built, than what is the point? Naturally, I started looking into companies in the UK who sell fiberglass pond kits. They look amazing!! And I found several companies who sell them! I want to buy one so I can do my pond justice and build it the way I like. Here is the problem: none of them I’ve corresponded with are willing to ship to the US. I let them know that I understand if there is additional shipping charges/convenience fee for all the trouble. But they have been pretty adamant that they just don’t ship outside the UK/Ireland. Naturally, I’m turning to strangers on the internet for help! Lol Do you know of any fiberglass pond kit suppliers who would be willing to work with me? Do you have any solutions you can think of that I can’t? I greatly appreciate any help or advice you might have. Thank you for taking the time to read this.
@carpmadandrew
@carpmadandrew 2 жыл бұрын
How did you make the Flowcoat ok to be rolled on? Cheers Andrew
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 2 жыл бұрын
Yes after i painted around the windows and corners
@sarabhabib1003
@sarabhabib1003 2 жыл бұрын
What specifically did you use for the topcoat? Thank you.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 2 жыл бұрын
Sorry mate i cant remember but all details are in the video...speak to fibreglass direct if you need any help...they are very helpful
@nickyrees5656
@nickyrees5656 3 жыл бұрын
HI Paul did you use a paddle roller
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Yes mate but it was just the tissue coat i had a little with
@adambiggs1782
@adambiggs1782 2 жыл бұрын
How much did it cost in materials? Where did you get the materials from?
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 2 жыл бұрын
I bought a pond kit from fibreglass direct for the size i wanted...everything is included in the kit what you need...if i remember it was just over 500 i think
@kushtykoi5086
@kushtykoi5086 3 жыл бұрын
Good job 👍🏻
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
thanks bud, im very pleased with how its looking
@RoystonDay
@RoystonDay 3 ай бұрын
What's the Resin called your using mate
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 ай бұрын
@RoystonDay I bought all mine from fibreglass direct...I didn't take any notice of the name but if you contact them I'm sure they can help you
@richardfrost1026
@richardfrost1026 11 ай бұрын
Hi there can you remember where you got your paint from if you can remember sorry to be a pain
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 11 ай бұрын
The whole lot came from fibreglass direct mate
@richardfrost1026
@richardfrost1026 11 ай бұрын
Thank you paul
@Cyberbobxxxx
@Cyberbobxxxx Жыл бұрын
Hi how long did you leave it before the fish went in?
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
About a week mate,that's after I emptied the pond and refilled it.cheers mate
@centurionC100
@centurionC100 3 жыл бұрын
Outstanding!!! I was looking all over the internet for a video just like this. It appears that professionals doing fiberglass lay up for Koi Ponds don't want to show a simple how to video. Showing how you prepared everything and the fiberglass lay up to cover seams during the second lay up was just what I was looking for. Looks more professional than the guys that get paid big bucks!
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate...i do like to try myself as it gives me more of a sence of achievement
@davidminton9937
@davidminton9937 3 жыл бұрын
Paul, really great work on your pond upgrade. Did you sand the walls lightly prior to fibreglassing to avoid any sharpe protrusions ?
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
I did mate as i knew i could get it smother...then i went over with another coat of resin before the top coat which is lovely and thick and dries even harder...thanks bud
@richardkoicross
@richardkoicross 3 жыл бұрын
Did you not use a layoff roller to get the air bubbles out
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
i used a paddle roller mate, dont know if thats the same thing...it was more the tissue layer i had trouble with
@ricey6105
@ricey6105 3 жыл бұрын
Great job Paul.., just goes to show if your methodical and have all the equipment ready you can get a great outcome... let’s hope others glass there own ponds after watching this as I will be... there is No way I can justify some of the prices you get quoted
@northeastponding2936
@northeastponding2936 2 жыл бұрын
What resin did you use and what top coat ?
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 2 жыл бұрын
I ordered all my kit from fibreglass direct....they are very helpful and will answer any questions mate
@transform9883
@transform9883 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul, I like the job that you did on this. What resin did you use for this? I would like to fibreglass a pond myself in a year or two and I am hoping that it is possible with polyester resin.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 2 жыл бұрын
Think it was the polyester resin i used mate...i think i show.it in the video....i found it not that hard to do mate just be careful of the fumes
@transform9883
@transform9883 2 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond Thank you!
@marekskoipond9083
@marekskoipond9083 3 жыл бұрын
I'm sure it wasn't, but you made that look easy, hope it all works out well.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate...just tissue coat is the tricky part
@greenmachinesweden
@greenmachinesweden 3 жыл бұрын
Well done mate.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers buddy
@danieltait123
@danieltait123 3 жыл бұрын
I understand if you don’t answer as it’s personal but how much did it cost you? And did you get a quote for someone to do it?
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
If i remember i think the fibreglassing kit cost about £500
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
No i didn't get a quote as i knew i was going to try doing it myself buddy
@danieltait123
@danieltait123 3 жыл бұрын
You did an awesome job and have shown it’s possible! Good for you!
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
@@danieltait123 thanks mate...just hope it helps others to think about having a go themselves
@davidneil1452
@davidneil1452 3 жыл бұрын
What resin did you use paul ?
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Hi mate..it was a Polyester gelcoat i think...on the video i name the people i bought it all from and if you look on there website it will tell you mate
@davidneil1452
@davidneil1452 3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond cheers thanks
@radiogramgramophonetoons5802
@radiogramgramophonetoons5802 3 жыл бұрын
I worked in a workshop for 7 years using resin like this, you do get used to the smell. It gets into your clothes, never wash these clothes in a family washing machine. The only time I ever noticed the smell, was when I had a couple of weeks holiday away from the workshop, walked back into work..... then I’d notice the smell.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
even when wearing a mask, it was still strong..i think the float coat was just as bad...was glad when i got out of the pond
@radiogramgramophonetoons5802
@radiogramgramophonetoons5802 3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond being in that enclosed space, didn’t help. If you had a heater going, then the smell and fumes would have been worse. The heat will make the resin cure quicker. But you can get an accelerator to mix into the resin first before adding the catalyst. But it must be mixed it really well before adding the Catalyst. Accelerator and the catalyst should be kept in different areas as they can be combustible together.
@2010wembley
@2010wembley 3 жыл бұрын
Did you not paddle roller it?
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Yes mate but tissue coat was the tricky part
@2010wembley
@2010wembley 3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond good effort for a first attempt. Once waters in it will look perfect 👍🏻
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
@@2010wembley hope so bud
@andygoulding9402
@andygoulding9402 Жыл бұрын
What is the black paint
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
It's called topcoat and you can get it at any fibreglass supplier...its lovely to work with
@ANDY-we7mr
@ANDY-we7mr 2 жыл бұрын
i bet you saved a fortune paul not a bad job that
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 2 жыл бұрын
Did save a lot obviously but glad i tried myself and feel proud that i had a go mate
@gadgettv8928
@gadgettv8928 2 жыл бұрын
Where can I get polyester resn from 20kg under £100
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 2 жыл бұрын
Got all my kit from fibreglass direct mate...have a look on their website...hope this helps
@jamesboots437
@jamesboots437 3 жыл бұрын
Looks really good. You can come and do mine if like🙂xx
@radiogramgramophonetoons5802
@radiogramgramophonetoons5802 3 жыл бұрын
Wouldn’t bother with a coat of resin, the float coat will do the same.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
i was learning as i went along mate, watching videos for the help
@radiogramgramophonetoons5802
@radiogramgramophonetoons5802 3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond a good way to learn, I do that by watching vids on plumbing etc
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
@@radiogramgramophonetoons5802 this is when KZbin comes into its own...most things are on here for reference and help
@radiogramgramophonetoons5802
@radiogramgramophonetoons5802 3 жыл бұрын
Spikes are your worst enemy, if you don’t sand them out then water will be dragged down the spike and undermining your laminating
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy for the tip
@radiogramgramophonetoons5802
@radiogramgramophonetoons5802 3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond .......... I’m an old sod, reliving his past by watching your video. It’s a long time since I used glass fibre, but the basics remain in my head. !!!
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
@@radiogramgramophonetoons5802 luckily the pond held water and fish have moved in...did you ever get used to the fumes...stung my eyes
@radiogramgramophonetoons5802
@radiogramgramophonetoons5802 3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond ........ I started in 1993 with a bunch of guys, re-lining factory roof gutters, then I went into a workshop environment in 1994 to learn how to make gutters/down pipes and rainwater hopper heads. That’s a totally different form of laminating as ‘air bubbles’ are the worst enemy. Air bubbles with your video laminating don’t matter really. Air bubbles with using a gel coat base in a mould, does matter. Yes you get used to the smell and it never effected my eyes, I never wore goggles or a mask (stupid me!!!) Make sure you either wear goggles when squeezing the catalyst bottle or use at arms length, those bottles can split and as you know, that catalyst in your eyes is a ‘goodby to your eye site’.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
@@radiogramgramophonetoons5802 like an idiot i used the pond vac to help suck the fumes out, completely forgot about the flammable side of it...luckily i got away with it or the pond would of been a bit bigger
@chrisclarke7828
@chrisclarke7828 Жыл бұрын
You did well, great sense of achievement when you finish something you never done before, bit like having sex for the first time.
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
Haha...never thought of it like that mate....Will be building a new better pond soon mate
@welshbusman
@welshbusman 9 ай бұрын
i used salt to wash mine down
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 9 ай бұрын
Will remember that on the new build I'm building now mate
@alansmall9071
@alansmall9071 3 жыл бұрын
Good attempt but shame about all the pin holes due to not soaking fibreglass properly before paddle rolling hope it doesn’t leak and that you’re glass doesn’t crack once pond full good luck
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
Will make some good tv though....guess we will see very soon
@Dumdum888888
@Dumdum888888 3 жыл бұрын
Alan are you and Matt a couple now?? Lol. Paul your job will be fine. Great first attempt. Mind seal the drain and inlets with sealant. 👍🏻👍🏻. Good job. 👍🏻👍🏻 Plus don’t forget you’ve saved yourself minimum £3000 compared to getting a certain glasser to do your job. 😜😜
@PaulsKoipond
@PaulsKoipond 3 жыл бұрын
@@Dumdum888888 haha thanks mate
@radiogramgramophonetoons5802
@radiogramgramophonetoons5802 3 жыл бұрын
@@Dumdum888888 ............ £3000 !!!!!!! Shit I’d have done it for half that amount
@Chequr_Prostate
@Chequr_Prostate 2 жыл бұрын
Toxicity of the product will always be on the tin.
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