I built an AQUARIUM out of WOOD! The king of DIY - Part 1

[@mentalist98]

This felt like one of your old videos. Was a proper throwback. Really liked it.

[@muddyfeetaussies]

Yeh nice seeing diy again

[@aquahobby1982]

Man .... seeing u building a tank never ever gets OLD .... it's the same excitement i feel when that 300 G plywood tank was built by u in basement ......

[@CreepyMonkeyHeadGame]

Joey you really need to get one of those tent garages as a temporary Workshop LOL

[@joedafrog]

No! you can't give him more room, he will fill it with fish tanks

[@firetoashes8752]

@@joedafrog - at his rate he probably would 😂 but a actual shop could still be useful for him

[@hollaybee]

@@firetoashes8752 agreed!

[@johns336]

Happy you started back with these builds! This is why I began watching year’s ago and is why I’ll start back. Thanks!

[@closetocreamy]

I really like that he does what he thinks is the best option and what he wants to do instead of his viewers telling him what to do.

[@mickeybigbuds]

old school joey is back. used to love watching him do these builds.think iv seen every one so far.

[@SnowSK8ryder]

Joey dose some real sick work, I still don't understand why Discovery channel don't pic him up and start a show on living life in Aquarium making and care taking of all freshwater fish!!! Your the man Joey keep up the good work...

[@risky8370]

Absolutely fantastic Joey! And personally, I totally dig the idea of going through the sides or ends for filtration. Could "dress it up", give it a "steampunk" look! 🤤

[@philcarlino6942]

Those angels in the 2000 look absolutely phenomenal! Thank you for sharing Joey everything is coming along nicely. I remember your first plywood build on this channel. I’ve been here a while. Take care ✌🏼

[@victorp.5456]

Your 2000 gallons is so much better.... I love it. In addition, your wood-based aquarium is really well built, the wood just add something to aquariums... Good video, thanks for it.

[@robban1987]

Joey: "I'm not a very good craftsman" Also Joey: Builds entire fish house and aquariums all by himself

[@bertayabeah]

oh I miss this!! i remember when joey also make a wooden aquarium and stand. I copied it and its beautiful! this is why he's called the King of DIY!!

[@CJ-dr1ky]

Your channel is inspiring me more and more every time I watch

[@sharkaac51]

With the piping if it was clear you could maybe make it like a water fall return? Basically look like you have water falls inside the bracings? No idea if it would be safe for fish but definitely unique.

[@webkingroy3416]

I need to confess, I really enjoy the more mellow Joey voice over from time to time.

[@carriebuhler1284]

Joey, my husband and I just found your channel and we can't stop watching and learning! I LOVE how excited you are about your aquariums and your fish! We're just at the beginning of our journey with aquariums and it's nice to know there are folks out there who can and will help us. We saw the video where you talked about your personal journey, and we respected you before-now even more. I'm a teacher and I'm going to keep you in mind as I teach my students who are difficult. Thank you!

[@Tindomul1of9]

Fantastic video!!! Just like old times, but better.

[@jackparkin1339]

Oh Joey that was brilliant thanks for bringing us along with you on that one .can't wait to see it all finished

[@alexguitar841]

So cool to see you building again!👍

[@paynoatentiontothemanbehin7008]

This should be a 100% DIY setup. DIY Tank, DIY Filter, DIY Lights, DIY Decor........ Especially if it is going to be houses right next to the King of DIY Logo. BOOM. Mic Drop.

[@flyboy2x]

Joey back with a classic DIY video! 2021 is looking up! Keep up the great work man!

[@delta9vdp]

I'm a bit more moderate with the amount of tanks I have (mostly because of the missus) and am at 4 main tanks atm. I've built them all myself and they're all wood. The biggest one is 18 years old, 440 real gallons and houses some real nice discus fish and habitat relevant roommates. Next there is the 310 gallon lake Tanganyika aged 15 years. Another 310 gallons tank housing many many lake Malawi dwellers. Finally the current youngest tank is going almost 9 years, holds 284 gallons and houses the SE Asian waterbreathers. I am in the process of convincing the boss to realize the dinning room absolutely needs a paludarium with archers and a tropical rain forest above the water.

[@mattdenefe5739]

That is great to hear that your tanks have lasted that long. I have had some glass builders recently try and talk me out of a plywood build saying it won't last more than a few years. What Liner did you use??

[@delta9vdp]

@@mattdenefe5739 I used a 2 part paint on epoxy for all tanks. Liquid rubber can also be used but is a little easier for species like Ancistrus to munch thru. I reapplied this once after the tanks moved to our new house. Until now no leaks, knocks wood.

[@OffTheDeepEndAquatics]

Just stopping by to make sure you're doing a good job 🤣🤣 jk bro love this corner tank! Great work as always

[@christophergruenwald5054]

Back to building tanks. I like it. That’s why I started watching your channel in the first place when you made that glass stingray tank in your basement. I’ve kind of lost my interest in aquariums anymore though, but I like this build and will check in to see how it turns out.

[@lthem3487]

Wow I'm excited for the final look ☺️

[@quinnumbina6995]

My god. Putting up an aquarium stand with a screwdriver. Youre a mad man!

[@warrendconner]

Dude your awesome. Your house has to be massive for all of those tanks. Eventually I want to build an aquarium out of wood.

[@lukeclarke8054]

I’m not saying Joey Is Superman, but have you ever seen Joey and Superman in the same room?

[@thekingofdiy]

That’s what I have been trying to explain.

[@Wanderer111.]

😳

[@Wanderer111.]

U got a point

[@zackrobot23]

No

[@tipsdib]

*Whispers* “I guess im kinda like super man😏 “Just not as strong... “Not as cute... “...... “Im nothing like him.” 😂😂i love his sense of humor

[@RJVortex]

Great artwork of wood joe you are a good architecture too lets see how its look like when the tank is done i am so excited.. Good luck!

[@brandonmays7345]

Channel going back to its roots! Love it

[@amtravelsaus]

You're energy is great Joey! Quick as a whip you have yourself another project 👍

[@adam7260]

Wow your plans are so nice and I think it should be a nano tank with super small fish like chilli rasboras or you could do small tetras or rasboras so it will look like a way bigger tank but you can do what you want to 😀

[@channywatson8464]

I think seeing the filtration from the outside would look pretty cool as you were describing. As long as it looks intentional and a part of the design plan, then yeah that's my vote. Either way I am excited to see this process, thanks for sharing :)

[@firetoashes8752]

Joey- can’t wait to see the next installment on this build. I really didn’t think it was possible to do a wood tank. I’ve seen out of cement, and other things, but never wood, so you totally peeked my curiosity on this one

[@professord8888]

12:08 Just found your channel, loving it so far. That "tree trunk" in the tank there is epic!

[@nath526]

Very talented amazing watching you build these crazy aquariums

[@pokefrogs6363]

When all the fish in the 2k were schooled and swarmed the surface after food was an awesome sight.

[@codyactually2557]

As soon as you finished talking about building them to be bulletproof all I can thing of is some random guy just walking into your house, not saying a word, walking right past everyone w a shotgun on his shoulder .....to test your hypothesis. Love the videos bro - this one took me back to the original DIY days 👍

[@Blakeusblades]

Over engineering for strength... Love it... it isnt done enough these days.. at least in Australia... love your work!

[@domsantiago2155]

This is the old joey.. big thumbs up

[@dianewurzer3019]

Power on my friend . Always love seeing what your up too. 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗 🍷

[@yairoklk]

Yes sir. This looks awesome!!

[@digsbyjames7726]

Been following for a few years now and I still enjoy and learn and am inspired. Thanks Joey!

[@trier598]

Yo that corner tank should be painted black and have plants in it growing out of the top. Would look insanely cool with a tropical theme in that corner. Great vid man

[@Noval01rd]

Ok the best part of all is how u covered every single point!! Every pros n cons.. Everything u need to know in 1 video. The reason u r still the KING OF DIY!!

[@meekaboi]

The King of DIY doing something diy........are we in 2015? (Love it)

[@dankeith6756]

I'm glad to see a DIY again which is way I started watching you to begin with. Can't wait to see it done.

[@craiglewis4429]

Awsome!!! I’m thinking about building one myself! So this is exactly what I want too see haha great work man!!!

[@elismae05]

The gallery is looking INCREDIBLE. I love what you’ve done with it, it’s so inspiring and just so amazing! You deserve all the subscribers in the world

[@caewalker9276]

Oh Yeah. Getting back in the DIY !♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@ProvoDrive]

Going back to your roots. I’m excited

[@justinejay7670]

This is going to be EPIC. I have also received your book, and I would just like to say WOW its amazing. This should be every fish keepers bible.....👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@twowheeleddaydreams4291]

Ive wanted an Oscar since Joey first introduced them to me, but damn the contrast with those pink fish...imagining them in a dark substrate wooden tank with the oscars and the pink fish...my new dream. What are the pink fish though? I obviously missed the episode where he made that current Oscar aquarium

[@akafuguvids]

I can't believe the oscars haven't eaten those tetras yet. can't imagine they would last much longer.

[@adkgaladkgal1799]

It is going to be so Nice! I use above the tank filtration for a few years now, not a planter, clear box so easy to maintain.Of course, built from your ideas, modified. I use big chunks of lava rock, quilt poly, So easy,

[@leolion4347]

Love to see your old skill back . Back in the day you do this a lot 👍

[@philipmorris6782]

Joey, get yourself a kreg pocket hole jig! Pocket holes will help make your tank stand builds look cleaner and stronger. Love the corner tank!

[@chuckie7029]

One of my favorite aquarium to date is the goldfish tank with the river stones you made awhile back👍🏼

[@fsfishroom2027]

Great job Joey, it looks awesome !!! I will be building a plywood tank soon to keep Stingrays in!!! your Canadian fan Tim

[@Rookie_Rebel]

I've been waiting all day for a video from you haha

[@christiancorals816]

Will you do this as a series please big fan

[@diogomcamilo]

you are using my plans ahah i had the same idea for an oscar comunity plywood tank for a future home.. actually my idea was to try a paludarium for oscars with some plants getting out of the tank. its nice to see one come to life before i even commit to it. Great work as always

[@ongalad1981]

So cool! excited to see how this is finished. I know you're a fish guy ,but I would love to see a video on your hybrid cat

[@anthropomancy1]

Listening to you talk makes me feel short of breath. Nice job my dude. I'm a Cape Bretoner living out west. Your accent and house remind me of home. Please just slow down a bit.

[@OneToothTwoFish]

Been watching for years. Great work as always bro..

[@akafuguvids]

Can't imagine you wouldn't want a sump over a canister, considering how much poop a big school of oscars is going to produce. Seems regular maintenance of a sump would be much easier, especially if you use a floss or a big foam pad to pre-filter that you swap or wash out frequently, I imagine canisters are going to get clogged up pretty quick, and require a lot more time and effort to clean out regularly. I think you have been revolutionary to the hobby, Joey, for promoting sump use for freshwater aquariums, and I am now convinced they are the best way to go, especially for large tanks and large fish. I would only consider going back to canisters for tanks with smaller species and lower bio-loads. I hope you return to sumps for most of your tanks and keep the movement alive.

[@jameldill4064]

Wooden Aquarium brings back old memories

[@The_JEB]

Since its a DIY tank, i think that would be a perfect excuse to make some of your DIY cannister filters for it.

[@mickeybigbuds]

good idea fella

[@seanmarrero3461]

Thank you 💪🏼 I’m going to build that same diamond tank. Bro keep these videos going.

[@HaYNFishKeeper]

Great build J!🤙🏽🤙🏽 can’t wait to see this build come to life!

[@ocar914]

Awesome!! Love seeing another wooden aquarium! Anxious to see what will be different this time! The corner aquarium is so interesting!! Always a fascinating experience! Thanks, Joey! Keep on keeping on!! Happy New Year!! Looking forward to the next video! 😃😃😃👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👋🏻👋🏻

[@rhermes100]

Hey Joey! Idk if you will get a chance to see this but I just had a quick question. At night should I be using the blue light setting on my aquarium lights or is it ok to just turn them off completely? I’d love to hear your take on it!

[@Natquascape]

Oh wow! This is great....onwards and upwards my man. Love what you do. I wish I would do such a thing for my channel. Maybe one day hey. Living the dream bro. That is for the content, really inspiring

[@Wanderer111.]

Lmao 😂 those glo fish with the Oscars I feel so bad for them 😢😭😳

[@blankaccount1354]

That tank is going to look awesome!!! Cannot wait to see it when you finish & stock it!!

[@Rose-rx7ly]

I like the idea of showing the plumbing on the sides :)! But Im also the kind of person who likes a clear computer case so i can see inner mechanics xD.

[@LaLa-nj8qr]

Its going to look sharp when your done! ✌

[@Thrice1337]

Hilarious. I’m building a stand today using your videos! Thanks Joey!

[@Dwilliams2136]

U make me want to try this so bad..but I have been watching you for around 6 years and know you make it look easy.

[@just4fun-family145]

These are the videos I look forward most!! Nice build brotha! Love to see ur builds!

[@charlessloop1552]

I like the idea of seeing the filtration u can make it look nice and put covers over it but it would be right there to show how it all works

[@clemensschweiger495]

So inspiring! I love this original content!❤️❤️❤️

[@AmenForeal]

I like this energy! Still the best out!

[@mathyskramer7576]

In stead of “The King of DIY” you should rename your channel to “The King of Cool Ideas” because man I’m in love with the idea of that tank with Oscars and the mural on the wall! I’m looking into Oscars myself but haven’t decided yet as I also want a Green Terror cichlid but not the opportunity to do both. Would want a pair of either species (not necessarily a breeding couple though as I don’t have the time anyway).

[@strugglejennings7215]

Looking good cant wait to see the oscers

[@adzub86]

“I’m nothing like him” bro you’re super funny lol and you’re a Superman to many buddy

[@CRPFilmsChristianRaymundPastor]

Awesome aquarium, great job.

[@flossieshelley1838]

Can’t wait to see it when it’s finished

[@larryarnold6092]

Joey I know this is way out of date but I'm considering a plywood aquarium build. I'm wondering why in this build you decided to do a "stud "wall" build for the walls but for the 370 gal build you put your arowana in you just did plywood? Thanks

[@jaycalhoun5705]

I’d recommend putting the pipes were you want but then doing some type of removable face on those two areas so you can still get to the plumbing.

[@briann5021]

Wow looking good!

[@nemotv7326]

Can't wait to see what you are gonna stock it up with. Also love your content and keep up the outstanding work. Sending Lots of support.

[@niallhanlon7003]

Hello from the UK, just watched your video regarding Frank's passing, firstly sorry for your loss, as you said in the video Frank would normally have been culled due to his shape etc you should be proud of yourself for giving him a loving environment in which he lived a much longer life. Keep up the good work and try not to dwell too much on the past other than to remember the good times.

[@wowdad3055]

Back to building Awesome.

[@ydocg6]

Thanks for sharing man! Looking good!

[@almightysanchez4565]

Haven't watched in a while, everything looks amazing

[@matthewmorrall224]

The basement is becoming a second gallery I can see it 😂

[@UKFishCam]

The cat just doesn’t care 😂

[@stojancedezalekov1840]

Beautiful 😍

[@Icehso140]

Nice design. I love that you are not relying on the screws for downward verticle support. That support system would hold up a small car as each upright can support 1200lbs. All you need is a friend with lotsa tools. LOL