How to Build a Dutch Bucket Hydroponic System - Dutch Bucket Hydroponics

[@jonathangyory1956]

I just subscribed to your channel for the "MATERIAL LISTS " that almost every DIY video i watch never has . Thumbs up for the details.

[@FreeRadicalX]

I'm a DWC guy setting up my first small dutch bucket system and found this video to be incredibly instructive.

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks! I'm glad it was helpful!

[@MeimJust]

That tip to straighten the tube with a dowel. Genius!

[@HydroHowTo]

Haha thanks!

[@yoopernow]

I've been using a Dutch Bucket system for growing "other plants" for about 2 years - with 35-lb. cat litter pails as the buckets. The flat walls reduce any chance of leaks from the drains. Results have been tremendous!

[@HydroHowTo]

Those buckets are AWESOME! I love 'em. I have a hard time finding them these days.

[@yoopernow]

@@HydroHowTo I get mine at Walmart. I don't even like the cat litter much anymore, lol!

[@HydroHowTo]

LOL! I’ll be on the lookout now!

[@kirkanos3968]

Go to you local grocery store very early and chat with someone in the bakery or even deli may be getting ready to recycle them. Even for just holding water i always liked square buckets over round.

[@RusticByNature]

I live in Alaska. At our trash transfer stations, they sell empties cat litter pails for 50 cents

[@joshuaoduroadu5376]

Great video. Thanks for sharing & definitely will love to have it as a PDF.

[@elilefler7775]

I'm not a "gardener", I just like watching videos about hydroponics and similar stuff. You have done such a great job making this video, I can tell it took some time, effort, and care. While I'll probably never do this design, YOU made me want to. Keep up this great content, I know I'll watch your videos 👍

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@landonthompson5604]

Late to the party by 2 years but this style really intrigues me to incorporate it into my next grow in my tent. Thank you Sir!!!

[@HydroHowTo]

@@landonthompson5604 thanks for the kind words!

[@darrenherveybay5183]

Great video. You don’t need air stones for these systems. The water returning back splashes and puts air back into the water.

[@moonshot242]

Paint strainer bags... thanks, that is a great tip!!! I always folded and taped in these fabrics from the garden store, your tip will safe me struggle and money.

[@HydroHowTo]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!!

[@TychoKingdom]

Thank you for making this easy to understand. I need this info for my tiny house build. I want a garden.

[@chasmorin8536]

My wife wants me to build a Dutch Bucket system for her. Happy wife happy life as they say. Did my research online and this is the best easiest system to model that I found. I would appreciate the blueprint also. Thank you

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for the kind words! It's a really simple build. I'll work on the blueprints. I've been tied up with other things.

[@charlesfield9286]

I’ve been using Pea gravel in an ebb and flow system since the early 80s. It’s so much simpler. It takes up so much less space works so much better I just don’t understand why people went away from something that was so simple and worked so well.

[@susanc476]

Awesome video! I’ve been avoiding making a Dutch bucket system just because I didn’t know what I wanted to do with the stand. Yourmaterial list got me motivated to make it in a day! Thanks!!!

[@HydroHowTo]

Awesome!

[@jodyrhodes3977]

Great video, simple but super thorough. Much appreciated!

[@aarondelo5892]

Watching this was so satisfying

[@HydroHowTo]

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@g8pure33nergy8]

Buddy… absolute STUD of a video. Listen to me.. A freakin +++++ dude. There’s literally no area you did not cover! From A to Z. Then at the end of the video you gave your summarization of what the system is and how it works. Dude, you could be a teacher my God. This needs to go down in the Holy Grail of DIY videos. Then the parts list and description.. “Thank you” doesn’t suffice. 😐

[@HydroHowTo]

Much appreciated! As long as it’s helpful I’m happy!

[@Cantkilladream]

Good job, You said something I think is on point. (I did it for u the viewer.) Man that's a great quality to have when making dying vids for ppl. Ur awesome

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for watching, and for the kind words!

[@blairthestud]

This has been a fantastic video. I've been nervous just to start. Your calm demeanor and knowledge sold me, I need to stop watching and start doing. That pdf sounds amazing. Subscribed!

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for watching and for the kind words! You can do it!!

[@angelstarsdust]

This is the best video I have seen - You are a great teacher !!! thank you for such detailed instructions.

[@HydroHowTo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@leafsfan5589]

I want to design a Fogponic Dutch Bucket system soon. Great vid, thanks!

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for watching!

[@MARKUSfaREALIUS]

Definitely would watch it!! I actually used your instructions for the last system i built. Thanks and keep making great vids

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for the kind words! Glad I could help ya out!

[@christianhinterreiter352]

Don't want to hurry you, but I'm looking forward for new videos! I finally started with your cheat sheet and it is doing rallye fine! Tanks for your inspiration!

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks so much for the kind words Christian! New videos coming soon.

[@christianhinterreiter352]

​@@HydroHowTo hey whats up?hope you are dringend well?! My hydro cucumbers do 😅

[@TheMasotherap]

I love the Straight to the point, No nonsense method of teaching. Thank You so much! I Now have a plan and I will be off to Lowes and the feed store to get my parts tomorrow!

[@HydroHowTo]

Right on! Let me know if you have any questions, always happy to help!

[@zig5069]

Hi thanks for your very informative videos. I have one question; could you please tell me the size/demention of the O rings you used. I cannot find them anywhere at lowes or Home Depot. I guess I will have to resort to amazon . Thanks for your help.

[@HydroHowTo]

I use 3/4” rubber grommets from Amazon. There should be a link to them in the description.

[@AndreAnaPena]

Thanks a TON! You helped me build my first Dutch bucket with the very easy to follow tutorial, parts list, and advice! You make a good tutorial - please keep making them!

[@HydroHowTo]

Thank you so much for the kind words! I'm happy to know that it helped you get started!!!

[@vegas2385]

Love the tip about heating the tubing to straighten it out. Well done!

[@HydroHowTo]

Thank you!

[@o2watchtheweb]

Excellent presentation, thank you!

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for watching!

[@roadtrippin2781]

10 years ago without pumps in the weed world this pearlite bucket method was called the "Hempy Bucket" method. It works very well and your pumps aren't needing to be running all the time, we never used pumps and watered by hand, only have to top off every other day or so and ph don't matter in the pearlite, it's glorious.

[@HydroHowTo]

Yep! It’s one of my favorite methods! Thanks for watching!

[@timpage5021]

Yep. I’ve ran mine mixed with aquarium gravel in the perlite..

[@pothead1751]

🤘👌💨💚🌱☕👍

[@anatomicallycorrectmuppets8180]

@@timpage5021 that’s smart

[@ballznallbikboi3924]

Ph dont matter hahahaha fukn muppett

[@PeurToni]

Would love to have a PDF to clarify the design and all parts you’ve used. Great video thanks so much.

[@joshuahusband4196]

I had some spare 5 gal buckets around, so i got an idea close to this, but your guide is going to make it a breeze! Thank you! Additionally, your website seems to have an SSL/Certificate error and wont show, so it would be great if others can see the work you've done there!

[@HydroHowTo]

@@joshuahusband4196 thanks for watching, and for letting me know about the error!

[@sharonthomas7913]

Great video. Most bucket systems use square buckets which are costly. Glad to see the grommets work on round buckets the same. Building a system soon as supplies come in. Thanks.

[@HydroHowTo]

Thank you so much! It was important to me to make a build showing that you can use simple components like round buckets. The grommets work very well on round buckets. I wish you all the best in your future grows and builds!!!

[@Adroit1911]

I would love to see more articles on your site. I really enjoyed the layout of your site too, you have talent dude. Keep at it.

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks so much! I’m planning to start adding more content to the website and the KZbin channel very soon!

[@StaticSift]

ha i built these like 6 years ago when growing in az. the added humidity from using coco and perlite helped my room, in az its dry as f. cool to see people using the same idea i did

[@StaticSift]

even used the same strainer

[@StaticSift]

make sure to wash the perlite dust in a bucket with a screen to catch it, otherwise you get a clump of the dust at the bottom that sticks to perlite

[@reverse_engineered]

This is an excellent video! You did a great job of showing each step in detail, including what it looks on the inside, which so many others don't do. Thank you!

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks so much for the kind words!

[@XInfinity2024]

I watched all of your videos and I hope you release more. They have been very useful

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for the kind words! I have a few ideas for more

[@lamarmarsengill4945]

Great video. I actually came here to understand how the dutch bucket system works. I am now a subscriber. Thanks!!

[@HydroHowTo]

Awesome! Thanks for the kind words, and the sub!

[@mikedisher30]

Very cool, I really wanna try this for tomato’s 😎🌱🌱

[@popeed378]

Absolutely AWESOME. Thank you very much for your time. Straight to the point and detailed instructions. I am going to build this shortly.

[@HydroHowTo]

Thank you for the super kind words! If you run into any issues, let me know!

[@TJBrown15]

This is sick, today I learned something new, thanks brotha!

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for watching! Glad it was helpful!

[@wendycotter2438]

Great video. It was the one the best explains the system so I can understand!

[@HydroHowTo]

Thank you for the kind words, and for watching!

[@robertmiller8210]

Great video, very concise! Thank you so much, I plan to build my first system in the Spring of 2024 and I'm really looking forward to it. Thanks for your help!!

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for watching!

[@Garden_Men]

Yes..I agree with you.. its about improvisation.

[@wildsauce6501]

One of the best video's ive seen about diy hydroponics, please keep on doing great video's like this

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for the kind words, and I'm glad you liked the video!

[@StoneFaceTraders]

This is fantastic! Thank you for sharing your wisdom.

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for watching!

[@speedbag67]

I really like this video... Very good step-by-step without getting boring... Really good job! Better than most channels. I'll sub for that..

[@HydroHowTo]

Right on, thanks for the kind words and the sun!

[@sandylotion]

I would love a PDF version, sadly I find almost everything DIY and otherwise now is basically "watch my video" only when in reality it's a lot more convenient to read a PDF to follow instructions and plans, I still watch the videos but for reference PDF is king, no Wi-Fi needed. TLDR: videos are a fantastic visual aid, but having a hard copy manual really is more handy. No pun intended lol edit: I forgot to mention, I really appreciate the fact you included chapters in the video and comprehensive part lists!

[@HydroHowTo]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video! I will work on putting the PDF together next week. I've been super busy with other things this season, but I promise I will make that a priority!

[@jonisolis9645]

@@HydroHowTo Is the PDF up on your site? How to find it? thanks

[@1114mat]

It’s a awesome setup, and have one build with six buckets l, great for growing tomatoes and cucumbers ✌️✌️

[@HydroHowTo]

That’s awesome! I love growing that stuff indoors in the winter.

[@1114mat]

@@HydroHowTo I did that last winter that went really well, except I didn’t have a in-line fan at the time, used 3 fans and it done the job, but it could have been better. I don’t know about doing a Dutch bucket indoor lol, I don’t have the room, I was thinking of doing it in the garage when I change half the roof to clear roofing, I reckon it would work great in there, but outdoor system, is awesome in the pure sunlight. They grow quick.

[@HydroHowTo]

Yeah that garage setup would be awesome!

[@1114mat]

@@HydroHowTo I think so also 👌👌

[@soberoncure6482]

Great video. Exactly what I was looking for

[@markvirgona492]

Thanks for such a detailed materials list.

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for watching!

[@thefutureofgardening5912]

Loved your detailed breakdown. Excellent job sir!

[@HydroHowTo]

Thank you for watching!

[@benjaminfigueroa5142]

That's playa shit man, I really appreciate ur video! Thank u for taking time out of ur day to make simple, yet detailed instructions, spoken clearly, your shots angled excellent AND offer online resources for those interested in having the same system or a DIYer for "FREE"

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for watching, and for the kind words. Glad you got some value from it!

[@howesp93]

Love this video and this guy. Great quick cinematography through the build, solid building/engineering tips, great debrief at the end, and definitely the hoodie flannel. 🤙

[@HydroHowTo]

I appreciate the kind words! Agreed on the hoodie flannel #musthave

[@artadams1]

Grow tomatos in dutch buckets every year, I use goat panels for the tomato plants to climb on. Awesome video, I wish more people would grow this way saves a ton of water because of the re-circulation. I use the same tote for a water reservoir (27 gallon) so I'm already familiar with the nutrient mix for it. PH up and PH down to keep the PH in range and super system for nitrates mixed with a bit of epsom. I get more tomatoes than we can use out of 4 buckets.

[@HydroHowTo]

That is awesome! I agree, great way to grow tomatoes.

[@levdog100]

Love to make this Dutch hydroponic system . Great video. Please sand direction’s

[@Jdev557]

😮 this is awesome ! thank you for the knowledge

[@HydroHowTo]

Thank you for watching!

[@GimpSlayerGeneral]

Great vid, mylar etc to wrap any bucket/lid is a good option to help with light penetration. I could not be so dedicated to paint stuff..

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks! Great idea on wrapping with mylar!

[@heywoodjablome5630]

...or panda film.

[@ERSLIFE-we1mg]

thank you for taking the time and giving this info thank you

[@HydroHowTo]

Thank you for watching!

[@Egyptian_nomad]

Excellet video, would love to see that PDF

[@AlbertMerkel]

Nice video. Very informative thanks. How do I get the drawings for the stand.

[@andreadickey5509]

Incredibly helpful! Was hoping to find a pdf on your website for this build. If it’s something you are still offering, it would be very appreciated. Thank you!

[@TinkerandBuild]

Great, detailed info. I'm looking to upgrade my fittings and connectors and this really helped. Great idea with the dowel to straighten the tubing, that always aggravated the $*$ out of me!

[@HydroHowTo]

Haha I hear ya. Messy tubing is a pain.

[@roblloyd3847]

I am seriously interested in all the information you offered at the beginning of your video as to have to build and parts list

[@Tamasciernos]

YES YES YES PLZ PUT THE PLANS UP SO WE CSN GET THEM

[@AliBaba-hn8tv]

Thank you sir, I learned a lot from your video.

[@HydroHowTo]

You’re welcome, I’m glad it was helpful!

[@johndeckert5785]

IM INTERESTED IN DIMENSIONS LOOKS KILLER!!!

[@kenttalley5482]

Ur a great explanation/narriator bro

[@HydroHowTo]

Thank you so much! Hope you enjoyed it!

[@LastHero62]

loved your video and explanation! keep up the good work.

[@HydroHowTo]

Thank you for the kind words, and thank you for watching!!!

[@zgoat4127]

Great Clip Man...A bunch of awesome info in here

[@HydroHowTo]

Thank you for the awesome words of encouragement! I’m glad you enjoyed the video!

[@eddylorenzo5033]

Great technique 👌 cheap quick affective I'm gonna try also paint the buckets black first

[@HydroHowTo]

Sounds like a good idea!

[@ShadovvGazer227]

Very informative and easy to follow. Tremendous work sir. Thank you.

[@HydroHowTo]

Thank you for the kind words, and thank you for watching!

[@Clang46]

Outstanding video. Thank you! Would definitely be interested in a pdf. Thank you again.

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for watching!

[@christianhinterreiter352]

Again a great video! Keep on going. Would be great if you share your blueprints with us!

[@HydroHowTo]

Thank you for the kind words Christian! Glad you enjoyed it, and I'll absolutely share the blueprints if there's a demand for them!

[@JenkinsUSA]

Yes please. Thanks!

[@rickyschultz6866]

I'm definitely interested sir.

[@MarkConwayTheBurgerKing]

A Downloadable PDF Instructions and material list would be awesome!👍🔥

[@HydroHowTo]

It’s happening. I’m not a very quick “drawer” lol.

[@andrewcomerford2338]

Great video

[@HydroHowTo]

Thank you, and thanks for watching!

[@TODD-KOBELL]

Awesome build. Always hang straps from the top. Years of doing electrical work, and seeing failed pipe on the walls tells me this. 😉 No hate just saying. I'm always using PVC fittings for hydroponics, I'm surprised I never slipped a barbed fitting into a regular PVC fitting; good call.

[@peterschnabel175]

Thank you for awesome idea's

[@HydroHowTo]

You are so welcome!

[@toastyboysgaming8948]

I Would like a print out of the bucket and water system. I have my own stand and can adjust measurements to fit my needs

[@cruikshank]

Loved your presentation quick and informative without a lot of filler. I’ll be a new subscriber. Thanks Dave in PA.

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks Dave!

[@RADCOMJ1]

Great video you're very innovative . I would like a of the workflow.

[@davidayala6174]

Very sick system! Kudos

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@Ssroved]

I would absolutely love the PDF of this. Would this work with the buckets set up as DWC, using just water instead of all that perlite?

[@BigRift]

Great video, love the tip on making a straight line on pvc.

[@HydroHowTo]

Thank you so much for the kind words! haha, yep that little tip def makes life a little easier! Have a great one!

[@minervadiagnostic7137]

Thanks for the very informative video. Step by step visual guide was very useful for me.please provide blueprint in pdf.Thank you very much.

[@vtwinpower1903]

I love hydroponic HIIPPY HAY GROWING!☺😎

[@HydroHowTo]

Nice!

[@AndrewJohnClive]

Thanks man. This is great!

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for watching!

[@trinimami67]

Cool dude. You said all of the right things, and some people will still look to put holes in what you said.

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks my dude! You're totally right, but I'm just out here trying to show people that this stuff doesn't have to be complex. I already know it works, so the naysayers don't bother me.

[@LarrySmith-oo3rc]

I want to try this system, but, I'm looking the irrigation tubing and connection. Where should I be shopping?

[@HydroHowTo]

I buy them at Lowe’s or Home Depot. Which connection are you talking about?

[@CrilleyG]

Great Video . I'm actually going to try two of these in my 4x4. Not for beans though.

[@HydroHowTo]

Perfect! I hope the grow goes great!

[@snarkfinder2621]

Thanks for demystifying the dutch bucket system. A pdf file would be appreciated. I've seen a number of videos where buckets from something called, "Fire Subs", they are red (which nobody seems to care about) and apparently cheaper than the big box places.

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for the kind words, and for watching! I’m not familiar with the red buckets or fire subs.

[@dustinhicks1538]

Firehouse Subs - sandwich chain in SE US (maybe further?). They sell their red buckets (which were used for pickles) cheap.

[@HydroHowTo]

@@dustinhicks1538 ahh right on, thanks for clearing that up!

[@deleqtronica8733]

Thank you for this

[@HydroHowTo]

Thanks for watching!

[@RobWright-1969]

Since this system is so small, how hard would it be to add goldfish to feed the veggies??

[@WandaBrewster]

I would love the plans

[@JesseJames83]

You make excellent videos. I hope you keep it up!

[@HydroHowTo]

Thank you very much!

[@abdallahwazne490]

Thank u for this video it really helped me

[@felyfurio3961]

Sir if i have some plants ...like lettuce where shall i connect the tubing to water my plants in cups ...?

[@HydroHowTo]

The same location I show in the video should work for ya.

[@deidremartin7394]

Would really appreciate a downloadable PDF! Thanks for this video!

[@anthonylindsay2562]

You have a good system

[@HydroHowTo]

Thank you!

[@darrellinph2180]

I would love to have the PDF - thanks for sharing.

[@sandradodd51]

Yes please for PDF Thank you love you helpful info