HOW TO INSTALL A KOI FISH POND WINDOW. ** THE EASY WAY😉👍....

This video is based on my experiences after building my pond and fitting a window in the gap left after the block building. With a little planning it turned out to be quite a straight forward task but learned some in's and outs that I have shared in this video.
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Glass supplier was www.tuffxglass.co.uk/
Fabricator of the frame was: Matthews & Son, Malt Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, ST3 1RR
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[@joeyj6526]

This is just what I needed! Right down to the... "you'll want the window bigger". I had a size in mind but I really think with all the work I should just go bigger, once it's done its done and I'll regret it if I don't. Your pond is pretty much what I'm planning on doing myself so to actually see it at different stages is fantastic. Thanks for the great video. I'm excited to get started on the pond!

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hi, thanks for that. So glad the video helped with your planning.. Good luck with your build and enjoy the big window to see the fish.. you won't need a TV again..😄😉👍

[@saionnthia]

thanks for sharing this video pal! we would surely like to install a window to our pond project next. Keep you video coming mate.

[@cookoi]

Top class vid, that will help out a lot of boys 👍 Your right glass NOT light as my big window was 128kg and wee one was 35kg 💪💪

[@wills1206]

Excellent video, really good info for us new pond builders!

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Good luck with your new pond....

[@jerrychetty2524]

Yes this is an excellent video as I am going to build a pond like this but much larger window - about 2 meters. I had never thought of that frame structure that you put in the glass in, thank you sir

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Good luck with your pond build. If you've not seen it yet, this is how I built my pond and what I learned from it..😉👍 kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6SXXoiuetRqmbc

[@newkekarmyreee4788]

Cheers bud. Best window fitting video yet. Top bombing.

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Nice one , thanks for that...👍👍

[@mark5tytshort770]

Good video plain and simple 👌nice pond.

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Cheers. Thanks for the feedback...😉👍👍

[@hcclark22]

Just what I needed to know....thank you kindly, HC Clark-ENC U.S. Navy Retired CPO, Kokomo, Indiana USA

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Was my pleasure. Glad you found it useful. There's plenty of other videos on the channel covering lots of topics you might find useful as well.. 😉👍

[@2UFROMME]

I love how you made this work. Well done!

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it. Did you see the video when the Sky Pond went in... You might enjoy watching this as well 😉👍. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKqzcpmOo5KXr8U

[@DerbyKoi]

This will help so many that are thinking of installing a window, great upload mate. 👍

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Cheers mate. I'd had a few people who are building pond asking for some info so thought I'd create this video..

[@djbanger]

Thank u for these tips, I’m installing mine in a couple of wks this helped

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Excellent. Good luck and think big!? 😉

[@cartouchator]

Acrylic tends to be better than glass. It doesnt shatter from impact like tempered glass does, resists cracking a lot better, is cheaper, and much lighter in weight. The only downside is that it can scratch easier than tempered glass.

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, thanks for that feedback. I did look into that material instead of glass but was put off with the scratching as I didn't want to restrict myself from ways to clean the window..🤔😉👍

[@cartouchator]

@@KoiPondLifestyle fair enough. :)

[@huguslee8955]

Brilliantly informative and inspiring, thank you ❤

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it..😉👍

[@carollycett1329]

Well explained it will help loads of pond keepers

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Cheers. Thanks for watching...

[@graemewestwater8356]

Brilliant Andy👍

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Cheers. Thanks for that...

[@JosephFrain]

Great explainer video, learnt some little hacks from you for mine. Cheers 👌🏽

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Glad to help

[@braaderzggs6734]

Thanks mate really helpful, I’m going to purchase my glass off the company you recommend. Wish me luck!

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, glad the video helped. Yes go for it mate. You will love it!😉👍

[@Chequr_Prostate]

Great instruction video, thanks .

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Glad you enjoyed it.. 😉👍

[@dannycurrie1]

Great video mate. Looking at rebuilding with a window in in the spring. Some good tips there 👍

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Thanks for your comments. Good luck with your rebuild.. Cheers...

[@austinprincelytom6585]

Nicely explained! Good job. 👍

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Thank you. 😉👍

[@edenkoipond]

Great video fella 👍🏼 Very informative and delivered in a way I can understand 😂😉 keep up the great work!

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Thanks for that. Glad you enjoyed it..😉👍

[@Tree.house424]

Great video thank u very much.

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

No worries. Glad you enjoyed it...😉👍👍

[@thekoiaddiction4740]

Well done good sir. As always pleasure to watch your videos. Your friend over at TKA Randy.

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Cheers mate. Right back at ya... Andy...😉

[@billygraham7462]

Absolutely cracking video and so informative 👌👍

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Glad you enjoyed it. That comment is why I do them... Cheers...👍👍

[@billygraham7462]

Yourself , Martin C , Devon Koi and James the Koi whisperer are my favorite channels and collectively a fantastic media for any “Water Keeper” always great content experiences and ideas 💡

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

@@billygraham7462 cheers mate. I'm sure the other pondtubers would be chuffed with that comment as well... The pleasure is all ours!...

[@Andrew-st2ti]

Brilliant vid mate I'm defo gonna get a window put in mine now for sure a mine gonna be about same sort of size as your pond koi look well

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Yeah go for it. You and your fish will love it...😉👍

[@yogikkusuma2058]

Awesome

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Thank you..😉👍

[@ron1sims]

Great Video!!!

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it...😉👍

[@minislayer2010]

Never knew TuffX was so close to my house. I've got a regular half sunken pond with a stream and waterfall. But I'm thinking of filling it in and building an above ground corner one during this summer. Thanks for the advice mate. I can fabricate my own frame as I have a welder. I'll have to get more fish though. 2 Koi just isn't enough

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, glad you enjoyed the video. Good luck with your pond build. Think big with your window. You won't regret it.. I have a detailed video of my pond build with costs etc in the description.. 😉👍

[@cherieadamsdodd256]

I love this so much!!!! So excited I found you!!! I have a 6x2x2 fish tank I’ll be recycling to use for a large window for my dream pond! Have already emailed the local glass company about having them glaze the panels together for me. This is the first of your videos I’ve watched. Now to make a cuppa and watch ALL of them. And I’ve clicked the bell... Ding 🛎

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, glad you've enjoyed the video and we welcome to Koi Pond Lifestyle... Good luck with your new pond. 😉👍👍

[@cherieadamsdodd256]

@@KoiPondLifestyle I’ll hopefully be starting in July and might start my own goldfish koi pond experience 😍 I’m in Australia so that gives me time to get it set up and test it for a while, cycle it etc for a few months before summer.

[@cherieadamsdodd256]

@@KoiPondLifestyle when do you recommend is a good time to introduce the fish into the pond? Hight of our summer? Or when the ambient water temp is as close to the house temperature?

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

@@cherieadamsdodd256 Hiya, You need to get your fish into the pond to start the nitrification cycle on your filters as this wont start until you have fish in and feeding them so they can produce Ammonia.. This is called 'New Pond Syndrome'. You fish supplier will know what temps to place them in when you are purchasing as basically the suppliers tank temps need to be similar or same as yours as Koi don't like sudden temp changes. Here's the video on New Pond Syndrome. 😉😉👍kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHy2q3ico89ghLc

[@cherieadamsdodd256]

@@KoiPondLifestyle thanks mate 🥰 We have tropical freshwater and goldies inside for years but new to the pond scene xx definitely will be doing heaps of research! When we set up new tanks I use media from currently running tanks to set up the new tanks... so they are good to go. But I’m not sure I would have enough media to kick off the pond. I’ll have a watch of you vid to see if there is anything different with ponds to the inside tanks. You’re awesome thanks. I’ll make sure to let you know when I get started xx

[@davidflaherty9060]

Hi Andy, having moved to a new home last year, we now have the space to fulfil an item on my wish list. Before Christmas we decided its now or never to get started. Having spoken to a few people and watched other videos, I was glad I took more time out to research today. Watching your great videos' have given me a few serious pointers. So thanks for your time to record and share them. Guess where I am from. Neck End........ ha ha. Maybe we can catch up some time. Thanks again

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, thanks for that. Glad my videos have helped with your plans for your pond. Good luck with your new build and welcome to the channel... see ya online, cheers 😉👍

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Wasn't sure if you'd seen the detailed build video with costs etc in the description? Here's the link.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6SXXoiuetRqmbc

[@artauvicelangproyek]

Kolam ikan yang sangat bagus, tapi saat perawatan kolam ikannya harus diperhatikan sambungan kaca dengan dindingnya, thank you for the Vidio (sory my english is not good 😊🙏)

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Terima kasih atas komentar Anda. Selamat menikmati videonya... 😉👍

[@morganjames5180]

Hi Andy, I'm new here . You are a natural in front of cameras. I love your calm laid back approach to teaching us about fish. I binge watching your work....I have a 13 year old pond , although just shubunkin , goldfish and ornamental goldfish ... Just love how you explain things so clearly .... I've a feeling your in UK, but perhaps up north. I cannot hear well, I'm trying to guess. Where are you based , if you don't mind me asking ? I agree on a window at the side so you can watch them from the garden seating area. But it still looks wonderful. We are hoping to move house in the near future ...we are based in Wales. So I'm taking great tips from you. We bought a wooden fish pond for when we arrive there..... ..then over time we will build a brick pond similar to yours but more rugged and natural on the outside . Now you've enticed me to get a window ...very interesting . Absolutely loved how you covered the window in thick padded material during the winter . Also loved your winter roof system too..very clever . Looking forward to watching many more videos . Thank you . 👍👍👍

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, glad your enjoying the videos, and thanks for the feedback.. I live in the Midlands so not far off the North.. 🤔😉. Good lucknwith your house move and your new pond build. Have a great Christmas. 👍😉

[@morganjames5180]

@@KoiPondLifestyle You too .😄😄👍👍

[@tiroshanindika1777]

😍👍👍👍

[@willp358]

Mine are a 2 metre window an a 3metre window both 40 mm thick. The 3 metre was just shy of a quarter of a tonne. Glass suckers just couldn't handle it but because the 316 stainless frames were embedded in the walls and the front was flush with the outside of the pond we set the glass on trestles on the ledge inside the pond and then rotated them upwards into the frame and onto the silicone. All very stressful. My frames were made by Atlantica of 316 stainless. Not cheap but brilliant..

[@joeyj6526]

I've been looking at the Atlantica frames because the window is at the front. Would you recommend them a year on then? I've seen they are pricey but once they're there they should last forever. Did you build your pond from blocks and if so did you have them laid down or upright mortared in?

[@willp358]

@@joeyj6526 Yes I would still highly recommend them, they are a major piece of quality engineering. I keep the frame outers clean with a soft damp cloth. They were a fair bit of work to put in but they really do the task well and the koi are constantly at the front especially when they see the food coming..

[@willp358]

@@joeyj6526 my construction was 7N block on flat with mortar to ground level, then I put a reinforced concrete collar around at that level so I had a base to put the facing stone on. The frames were sat on the block at ground level and the blocks were built up either side. The frames protruded from the flat blocks by the thickness of the facing stone. I also put re-bar down through the frame lugs so that there was no chance of buckling or movement.

[@joeyj6526]

Thanks for the reply! I've just seen another video by this fella and seen how he had blocks laying down flat and then blocks upright, so the bottom is stronger against the water pressure. I think I'd do the same as you and go for a concrete collar aswell. Thanks for the info mate. I think the Atlantica frames are going to be worth the investment. Cheers

[@willp358]

Oh and don't cut the tops out if you are doing infinity windows until the frames are all set in because that keeps them all square. You can cut the top while supporting the other end and vice versa then carefully file the exposed frame ends to a polished finish and jobs a goodun.

[@bubblerings]

12:05... Is that a Koi Moat going round your patio??? Cool!!!! 🍻🍻

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hi, That was the old Pond that we'd have for around 15years. All the brickwork was falling out and needed replacing, so decided to build another pond instead as I wanted one with a window and could develop the whole garden at the same time.. Here's a time lapse Video of how the whole project was done..😉👍.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/laLHgaSqq8uKmdE

[@martingage6311]

Hi Andy great video and very informative. Just one question when do you take the spacers out, after the first 12hrs cure, cut off and leave in then mastic over? keep them coming very helpful

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, The green 5mm spacers stay in there. They are fixed in with the mastic and get covered anyway. I can just about see a bit of one of mine if I look at the inside of the window. As soon as its cured you can snip off bits that have squeezed out too much to leave a tidy edge... Hope this helps...😉👍👍

[@guillermoiiialtaaduana3767]

Gracias

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

😉👍👍

[@timstark1992]

Amazing! Well done! I'm planning to do something similar in my garden but I was thinking to use 20mm plexiglass instead of glass, what do you think? I will have about 3m^3 of water and my window is going to be 1.4m b x 0.8m h

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

I'd contact a glass dealer and ask that question. I've not heard of plexiglass being used so would consult a glass manufacturer first. Good luck with your window. They are a fantastic addition to your pond... beats any TV.. 😄😉👍

[@Technologyadvisor1]

So I am just about to install a kockney koi skimmer box on my pond just wondering how best to install it. The skimmer box is around 1 inch above the main water level on my pond. well I hope it is the pond seems to be level know. So what advise would you give about fitting a skimmer ? the skimmer seems to be a 1/4 above what will be the water level. I in vision the water level of the pond will be about 1 inch below the top of the sleepers. Above that will be a capping piece of wood which is about 50mm in thickness. 2

[@neilrowe4659]

Great video, a question on your coping/decking. Is this composite? Looks great, if so how much etc… Cheers

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hi, Glad you enjoyed the video. The decking is just wooden decking from my local DIY store. I think it cost around £7 a length at the time? Cheers..😉👍👍

[@88sparky88]

What a great video, really helps out a lot for when I add a window to my next pond build in a few years, wish I did it for my current one but you know how it goes, you build and then wish you'd done things different when your a couple years into it haha. A quick question off subject what is the coping you've used round the top of the pond? it looks like composite boards like mine, but yours seems soo much thicker and wider than mine, is it composite or did you just buy a thick wood decking and paint it? cheers and keep up the vids really enjoying them ;)

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya and thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed the video. For my coping, I used some wooden decking, turned it upside down and painted it slate grey. I priced up some actual slate and was quoted well over a £1000 so went for the wood. Every day is a school day! Cheers, ANDY...

[@andrewdavies9455]

Hi mate good video. Just on a pond build my self. Did you get any more quotes for your glass from any were else. Im putting glass in 4x2. But on a budget my self. Not that far from you. I like oj very nice. Keep them coming. 👍

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hi, Glad you enjoyed the video. I tried to get a quote from a couple of places in Stoke but they didn't seem interested or didn't seem to know what I was wanting? 'You want to put glass in a Pond' was the reply?? So Tuffx was recommended and they knew straight away what I wanted as they supply a lot of pond owners so I went with them... Good luck with your pond build. Cheers...ANDY...

[@fairysox221]

I love the idea of the window but not sure about your approach, I'm going to build the cut out like yours but I'm going to make it a frameless window, I am thinking along the lines of fitting a roofing lat a couple of inches in from the inside edges of the concrete cut out on the inner walls and then fiberglassing over it all, then get a local car window fitter to sicoflex around it and fit the glass, no frame required and only a single place where a leak could develop, no screws, no frame and 1 point of failure... what do you think ?

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Sounds like a plan. I only put the frame in as I didn't have the experience of cutting out the recess. Once it was cut there was no going back so made the frame Instead. Can't knock it till you've tried it. Let me know how you go on with your idea..😉🤔👍

[@jonmatthews4254]

Useful details, thanks. Any leaks? Looks a bit damp at the back 12:03.

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, non as yet 3 years after fitting..😉👍 Glad it was useful for you..cheers

[@bluebloodedsumo]

Great video. 1. Do you have problems with herons ? And has your decoy worked? 2. The circular brick maze, is that your old pond ? 3. Do you have anyone you can recommend to build one like yours ? I'm in Birmingham

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya. Thanks for your comments. I used to have a Heron that would land on the side of the pond but luckily scared it off. I put the fake one in and not seen one since. Maybe the fake one works or I really scared it off the last time? The circular one was my old pond. It was falling apart so needed replacing with the one I have now. I used a builder from work to lay the block work and I did the rest myself. I would definitely use some one you know or that's been recommended as I've seen some nightmare builds... Cheers..😉👍👍

[@m1a9v6s4]

Couple of quick questions if you don't mind what size are your blocks and is it single skin. Very useful vid cheers.

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, The blocks were 140 solids. Single skin but the first three layers were laid flat to increase the strength of the base, as that's were all the weight of the water is. There is a full detail of my build in this video that should answer other questions you may have. ENJOY.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6SXXoiuetRqmbc

[@terryhunter9811]

Hi Andy great video buddy my question is do you have problems with ice against the glass i would be a bit fearfully cheers Terry

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, thanks for that. Glad you enjoyed the video. In heavy winter I place a cover over the window to protect it. Here's how I made it..kzbin.info/www/bejne/emGTo3tsnchnmMU

[@huyquoctran2088]

Can silicone stick well to that frame? Like aluminum? Cause i dont instead to use the coating you have.

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hi, I have seen others using 'Bond it' HA6 silicone which is a marine grade safe for the water. I wouldn't opt for the cheap bathroom stuff due to it high content of non marine chemicals and how good it would be with its long term underwater tight sealing that isn't needed in you bathroom. Good luck if your fitting a window and thanks for watching...

[@chrisfroggatt3592]

Good morning. Great video. I am currently planning my block pond. I’ve not on most videos I’ve seen that people lay the blocks flat. I’ve noticed that you haven’t. Have you had any issues laying the blocks in the upright position? Thanks Chris

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, I laid the first 4 layers on their side for the base sections as that is where the most water pressure is and back filled around the base for more strength. Have a look at this video which has more info on how I built my pond and give details about the block work... kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6SXXoiuetRqmbc 😉👍

[@maxkhan9669]

Hey! How did you seal the frame from leaking? I apologize if I missed that in the video. Thanks!

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

The pond and frame was fibre glassed which sealed the frame into the pond..😉👍

[@bigbob9757]

Would CT-1 be a good option to hold the window?

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, I've not used CT1 before but I think others have. I'd stick with the sealant I used in the video. TBH the sealant is literally to water proof seal, the water pressure holds the glass in with the sealant.. 😉👍

[@lizhernandez560]

If I am building a 500 gallon pond with the front glass, what do you think the thickness of the glass should be? Pond is 5 feet x 3 feet x 5 feet (not too large in US).

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hi Liz, I would say you could get away with a single 15mm thick piece of glass if your pond is only 500 Gallons. I would always suggest to over engineer everything for that piece of mind and check with your supplier as most are able to calculate the water volume and pressure against the glass? Good luck with your pond build. Have you seen my video on pond building? That should help with your planning.😉👍👍 Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6SXXoiuetRqmbc

[@BigGuyAl007]

Educational this is thanks ! Why didn't you use acrylic? Much stronger than glass and less likely to break. Can be cheaper than glass, depending on sizes and thicknesses! I like your frame design!

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

I was torn between glass and acrylic but as you see went with glass as I wasn't sure about cleaning acrylic and it scratching as you do need to clean algae off them quite regular..😉👍 Glad you enjoyed the video..cheers

[@robertstanton5694]

Acrylic is stronger than glass but has the disadvantage of scratching easier than glass and will fade or cloud over time.

[@jamiecatney9888]

Did you stick the insulation on? And did the fiberglass go straight over the insulation?

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya. Yes just got some cheap sealant for the insulation just to hold it in place unril the fibreglass had gone straight over the top..😉👍👍

[@josephnguyen9504]

How do you joint 2 pcs glass together?

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, The glass comes already to go from the factory supplier. They place a laminated sheet in between the two pieces of glass. The glass is treated and the edges polished so they are smooth. Hope you enjoyed the video...👍😉😉

[@DeanLeybourne8832]

I'm looking to do something very similar to this. What were the foam sheets you used before fibre glassing?

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, I should have used 25mm insulation sheets but ended up using the 15mm which seem to have dome a good job. If I built another I'd use the 25mm sheets next time.. Are you going with a big window. I'd definitely go bigger if I did it again...😉👍

[@DeanLeybourne8832]

Yeah, it's going to be approx 2m wide by just over 0.5m high. I'm just weighing up if I should fibre glass or use a pond liner for cost (even though I know fibre glass would be better)

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

@DeanLeybourne8832 fibreglass to fit and forget..😉👍

[@afinchy]

Thanks so much for this! Just what I needed. I’m almost done with my block work and decided to go for it with the window. I wasn’t using a frame but decided to cut a channel in the block work for the glass to sit in, do you think this is a good idea?

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hi, Glad the video will help you with the build. I had originally planned to cut out a recess in the block work but Its a one shot task that if I'd got it wrong could be a right pain? I wasn't confident enough with the stone cutting so went for the frame that seemed and easier option. ANDY...

[@Kash6161]

Great video. Ive been wanting to transfer my Koi into an above ground pond with a window setup. And yes a large enough window, more than I would think. Haha s there a reason you went with green fibreglass and not black ? Cheers for sharing. Note taken.

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, Glad you enjoyed the video. I went for the green fibreglass because the surface turns green from natural algae growth anyway (maybe a bit darker green) so thought it would look more natural than the jet back that I'd seen on other pond keepers ponds. Cheers...😉👍👍

[@Kash6161]

@@KoiPondLifestyle oh yes. Good point on the green. Cheers

[@aviatom1]

I can't seem to find a calculator in the us, how thick at1.2 meter x .5 meter. Approx 3700 kg at the base, approx 2200 kg half way up. I think I got my metric conversion right, old school, lol

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya. You'd be better asking the glass supplier to help with the thickness needed. I see alot of people going with the two 12.5mm with the lamination between them? But do check with your supplier. 😉🤔👍

[@aviatom1]

@@KoiPondLifestyle will do, thanks

[@porklehgoguy]

Great video and 100% will take on all the information!.. can I ask, where did you get the little plastic pieces that you put into the bottom on the glass for support?.. Also other then the visible screws you used to hold the frame in did you use anything else is sealant or anything else to keep it to hold in place? Thank you

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hi, glad you enjoyed the video. The spacers are used when fitting house hold window frames in so you can get them from most DIY shops. The screws were there just to hold the frame in place. As soon as the fibreglass goes in that will hold the frame. Then it's the sealant and water pressure that holds the glass in the frame, hence why you need to get the water in as soon as the sealant has gone off... 😉👍

[@porklehgoguy]

@@KoiPondLifestyle oh I see.... So I could potentially have a tidy light layer of sealant around the frame as well as 2 screws each side and 3 along the bottom for example to half the frame in place. Then spacers along the bottom with sealant/mastic until glass if fixed and fill with water. Also I wasn't going to fibre glass the pond as I was thinking to concrete the inside of the pond and then apply 3-4 layers of black G4 Pond sealant which I've been told is more then enough to make the pond waterproof and will not leak. What are your thoughts on that?

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

@@porklehgoguy I would suggest to go as heavy as you can neatly get the sealant in place as more sealant is better than not enough as you'll get one chance at the fitting or you'll make a mess of the window if you have to have a second go. Yes the sealant will also work. What ever liner you put in, make sure you go over every inch to ensure there's no sharp edges for the fish once they are in.. 👍😉

[@porklehgoguy]

@@KoiPondLifestyle ok cheers Andy.. thank you so much for the info. Can't wait to eventually get my pond built. Just doing all the homework now so I know what I'm in for and what to do or not to do to avoid any costly mistakes. Great content you have! Once again thank you 🙏

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

@@porklehgoguy No problem. Hope your pond build goes well. If you've not seen it yet but this is my video on how I built my pond that should have some info to help you.😉👍 kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6SXXoiuetRqmbc

[@nacsnacs4814]

what kind of glass did you use? and how thick it is?

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, I used a company called TuffX in Liverpool England. The glass was laminated x2 12mm thick. I think I give the glass details in the video. Thanks for watching..😉👍

[@stuarto5162]

The bloody heron would have a hard time trying to get one of those fishes 🤣🤣

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Let's hope it doesn't even try...🤨😉👍

[@stuarto5162]

@@KoiPondLifestyle I had over 30 gold fish, I thought I’d clean and repair the ponds emptied top pond no fish, emptied lower pond 3 tiny gold fish , I never heard of a heron raiding ponds for fish, I thought you put em in and that's that's, no predators, the more you know

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

@@stuarto5162 They say that once the Heron has found your pond, it wont stop until there's no more fish.. You need to get some sort of net to save the rest..😲😞

[@shaunhowarth7523]

hi mate can i ask you something i have 4 month old koi in my pond in front of the pond i have a light that comes on when it comes dark. should i turn that of so the koi gets some darkness. thanks

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, I would turn it off so the koi have a day / night cycle. Maybe just us the light as a security light to deter predators?

[@shaunhowarth7523]

@@KoiPondLifestyle thanks turned the light of now so they get day and night.

[@sedgie08]

Looks good, about he same size as mine. Mine is level with the Garden and Im thinking of building it up with a window similar to yours and getting it fibre glassed. What did the fibreglass cost you and how long did it take.

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, The fibre glassing cost around £450 and took half a day as it was a hot day so the fibreglass went off very quick. Thanks for watching.. 😉👍👍

[@sedgie08]

@@KoiPondLifestyle Thanks for that, which way did you go with regard to a bottom drain. I was going to get a spindrifter but not sure what size. The 4" seems massive.

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

@@sedgie08 Hiya, Fitted a 4" bottom drain into the concrete base...My build is in this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6SXXoiuetRqmbc

[@sedgie08]

@@KoiPondLifestyle cheers

[@kenr4676]

Hello sir what type of glass you used in your glass window?? Tnx sir

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hi, the glass is 2 sheets of 12.5mm tempered glass between a lamination. The majority of glass suppliers can supply this type of glass. The thickness will depend on the size and volume of water you are looking to hold behind it... Hope this info helps.. 😉👍

[@neilvass]

Hi, is the frame galvanised or stainless steel?

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Stainless..😉👍

[@simondavidson3709]

What is you coping made from?

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya. I priced up some slate which was way to expensive. So I brought some lengths of Decking, painted it slate colour and fitted it upside down. Saved me a fortune... thanks for watching..😉👍👍

[@timtownsend7713]

How much was the finer glassing

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

I would suggest over engineering everything so there's no worries after. I'm unsure how much the thinner glass is but wouldn't recommend it.. thanks for watching..😉👍

[@paulbassett5047]

How much did it take to build the whole pond

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hi, it cost just over £3.5k. Only labour was a local builder that laid the blocks and a fiber glasser. I have a full detail video on my build on my channel if you want to see the details.... Cheers. 😉👍👍

[@glennmartin9999]

Need to get some air in that pond mate

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Yeah I now have 2 disks and 4 supplies into the filter system since that video was made...

[@JGlover123]

Hi Where did you you get the frame from? Thanks

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya. I designed and had the the frame made by a local fabricator. I put their details in the description. Cheers..😉👍

[@JGlover123]

@@KoiPondLifestyle is that the same with the brackets?

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

@@JGlover123 Hi, The frame and brackets came as one unit. The spacers I used were from a local DIY shop that sold domestic window fittings. Cheers.... 😉👍

[@JGlover123]

What are you pond dimensions, I will be building mine 12ft x 8ft x 5ft deep and would like mine similar to your including the window. It’s perfect

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hi, Mine is similar. 11ftx 5ft x 4.5ft deep. My advice would be go as big and you can with the window....You won't regret it 😉👍👍

[@JGlover123]

@@KoiPondLifestyle thanks, my concern is getting it into my garden with the weight, I share a shared entry with my neighbour so it’s quite tight to get into my garden. To be honest I really like yours it looks perfect, I know you mention in your video you wish you went bigger but I really like how you have done it and the size. The frame is a great idea! I’m definitely going to steal your idea on this. I’ve watched your video a few times on installing the window to make sure I don’t miss anything

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

@@JGlover123 Yes go with what you can handle as the glass is very heavy. Check with your supplier that you've got the right thickness and away you go. Glad the video is helping you. Good luck with your window...😉👍

[@JGlover123]

@@KoiPondLifestyle thanks, keep the videos coming! I watch them every evening and enjoy when new ones come out! Learning a lot from you! Is there any videos where you talk about how much you pond cost to build? I know you mentioned how much you window was, but was thinking off everything else

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

@@JGlover123 Hiya, Glad your enjoying the videos. I made a video on how I built the pond with all the details and put breakdown of how much it cost in the description below the video. Enjoy...😉👍 See link below.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6SXXoiuetRqmbc

[@hatifmohammed1300]

What’s that stone

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

If you mean the stone I built the pond with, its a solid 7n Concrete 140mm block.

[@toddy3474]

My window will be 6ft wide and 2ft6 high at the top of the pond infinity window yours looks pukka as Del Boy said 👌👍

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

And yours will look fantastic at that size!! I just wish I had put mine up the side of the pond and gone for 6ft!☹ But still love mine. Better than any TV..😉👍👍

[@cherieadamsdodd256]

Oooohhhhhh have you got it complete???? This is the size I am doing. Would love to see it!

[@cherieadamsdodd256]

That message is for @Teddy3474

[@MarwahKoi]

Bulky karashi

[@johnhope9873]

Hi the fok 😒 clay. They do 2 different ones . There is another called vl in a red and green pack. Do you no what the difference is??

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

Hiya, Not 100% but I believe they are both the same but in different bags? If your getting FOK go with the bag I used then you know it the same stuff. Cheers, ANDY...

[@terencespeers5276]

R I P Pete Waddy

[@KoiPondLifestyle]

The legend. I was only talking about him today with my supplier at Peng Koi... RIP...

[@Josh-mh3kl]

This is an outdoor aquarium. This is not a pond