I Made a Paludarium With a Working Waterfall, Here’s How!

Looking to create a captivating paludarium with a working waterfall? This comprehensive step-by-step tutorial is here to guide you through the process. Learn the secrets behind constructing your very own miniature ecosystem that seamlessly combines aquatic and terrestrial elements. Watch now for a detailed how-to guide!:)
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[@rinsrun6470]

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[@tizzle420187]

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[@harunyaman9104]

hi, isnt expanding foam bad for inhabitants and plants ?

[@MdKin-kc8hl]

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[@Nairitarts]

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[@datgaydangernoodle1315]

What i love about your channel is that you show the build after a month. It really helps us new terrarium peeps to understand what is going to happen after a while ❤

[@TerrariumDesigns]

That’s great! I think it’s always nice to see a small transformation of the plants, glad you enjoyed it:)

[@Tinnerito]

Yea, Many people complain that the builds won't last, but now they have no excuse because we always see them thriving in not just the build video, but in future videos too!🫡

[@UnicornsExist17]

@@Tinnerito I think they only "don't last" if not properly taken care of. User error, not the paludarium's fault!

[@Tinnerito]

@@UnicornsExist17 Thats what I'm saying. People just assume that the person can only build, but not maintain

[@UnicornsExist17]

@@Tinnerito The maintenance seems to be the easiest part, and the great reward of the project. :)

[@Ikeahaa]

Good video to watch before sleeping👍

[@cody.nature]

it’s amazing how much more established the plants look in just four weeks!

[@TerrariumDesigns]

I agree!

[@KanKazable]

I just wanted to check through the video, but the fact that you showed the results after 4 weeks (something I am desperately missing with other creations like this) made me watch the whole video and sub instantly. Great work!

[@ericafilippucci7402]

Gregory, Phillis, and Jim, of course (the snails) I love your creations, you are really talented!

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Great names! Thank you:)

[@leeaustwick8845]

I was given a 4ft fish tank and been toying with the idea of one of these…. Watching this vid pushed me to start it…. Gluing the rocks together is a master stroke! Would never of thought of it. My main worry was putting a water feature in but the way you made it look so simple, I can wait to get started. Thx and keep up the good work

[@bluey4ever]

As always, it looks good 👍 I would like to see a valley paladarium with a small lake on the middle! As for the names - Shelly, Brandy, Pally! I think they'd fit ♥️♥️

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Great names! That’s a really good idea😃

[@natehankin1337]

Definitely going to do one like this Inspired me so much thank U heaps already got a 21liter tank now time to sort the rest off the bits and bobs and then I'll be on my way awesome video man thanks heaps ♥️💯🙏

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Glad you enjoyed the video😃

[@coltboioso7042]

Your voice is so calming and you name everything to let us know what it is. And overall your just a good KZbinr thanks ❤

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Really glad you enjoyed the video:)

[@Ashagobrrrr]

This is super cool! I’ll probably use this as a reference as i am planning on making a bioactive enclosure for something as a gift to my mom, who has recently become interested in things like this, and i would really love to include a waterfall feature! I really love water features 😄 im thinking a gold dust day gecko maybe! They are super pretty little dudes, and i actually caught a baby one during my trip to Hawaii! Super cute guys. But if all else fails, i have some backup creatures in mind! Im really exited to start working on this!

[@Konnersaki]

These projects are so beautiful 🔥 I wanna try to do one one day. It’s like having an aquarium/zoo in your house :)

[@UnicornsExist17]

Thank you for your beautiful and educational content!

[@stephenw.6588]

Nice composition/wood layout. Great video - great build!

[@MrMatt23c]

excited to get one started. soothing hobby

[@user-hx4jh7ek2y]

You sir are a genius! just by watching a few of your videos I have seen so many great tips and advice. Love the Paludarium's cant wait for more

[@user-im5hm2ty6d]

Thought I would say but this video helped and inspired me to make my first paluderium. Couldn't have done it without you :)

[@rickykneebone2623]

hey just a FYI for you and your viewers, with the Tissue culture plants, that Gell the plants are in contain growth hormones (auxin and cytokinin) that seriously shouldn't be touched with bare hands,

[@zack-lk8if]

yeah it contains, but its not made entirely of hormones. tc is mostly agar, you need to rinse the gel off the plant anyway so your fingers are being rinsed too. not that big of a risk

[@nieniehannan07]

This is amazing, i really need to give this a go

[@antonellatundo6803]

How beautiful!!! Your creations are always fantastic and a source of inspiration for enthusiasts like me

[@superjaz1810]

So cool! 😍Wish I had more room on my desk for one of these. It already has 3 nano aquariums.. I need a bigger desk 🤔😅

[@Tinnerito]

Its always a good day when Terrarium Designs posts! I actually had quite a stressful day today, and seeing this video come out made my day all the better😁🫠

[@Tinnerito]

Also...YES!!!! YOU USED MORE AQUATIC PLANTS THANK YOU!!!

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed the video & thank you for watching:)

[@DerangedIntellectual9]

gosh this is beautiful

[@fishypetkeeping]

I love your designs! Always equally breathtaking.

[@Forgiven313]

That's beautiful. Thanks for sharing. Got some great tips and tricks!

[@tp.]

This looks great!! Subscribed! Thanks you so much. I am just starting this hobby as I can no longer work with large landscapes. The links are appreciated and will be watching more of your channel. I'm now just now collecting supplies and planning my strategy for growing the most used plants, springtails isopods... This is the first I've seen a "floating" plants used and the effect was awesome!! Cheers!!

[@poppy9594]

You are literaly ssoo talented with all of your builds and i love your builds!!!!!!!!

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you!!

[@leproassula3029]

It looks really good from the intro!

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you!

[@cathyfrankland9158]

Beautiful!! Thank you so much for sharing this build, it is an inspiration.

[@mellewedin8221]

Super beautiful

[@avaogara]

wow great n idea.frameless glass frame !wow ❤ this how it looks

[@robbinharrisfitness2062]

Beautiful man! Thanks for the detailed tutorial!

[@hibajamal1616]

What a wonderful peace of art ! Have you thought of adding tiny fishes to it ?

[@hanna4472]

i also wonder like can fish live there? i wanna do smth like this paladarium but not sure if the fish can survive there without adding anything else.

[@TecsGaming]

you are so underated

[@max58-terrarium]

Great tutorials and beautiful building!

[@LukinsNotmanMusic]

We need a tour soon

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Agreed!

[@ppkmmm2606]

Came across your channel, great sight to the view with this Paludarium! Would love to see Paludarium with rain fall bamboo-ish type plants like asparagus fern etc. for your next project.

[@farhafarah2134]

The best terrariums in yt

[@StudySeppel]

Love your work and passion!

[@Mydahhh]

i love your videos they are so relaxing

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you, glad you like them!

[@ianm139]

As with all your work, just brilliant.

[@Green-Learnings]

Great build bro ! I’ve a few queries .. 1. Since the pump is down somewhere, what if the pump gets clogged or needs maintenance or repair etc .. ? 2. There will be a time when coarse foam will Get clogged May be after 1-2 years .. what after that ?

[@jerrymoney1479]

That’s the problem no one talks about … definitely complete tear down if you think about it. But this video illustrates the build not solve problems because KZbin is all about getting likes 😅

[@MSalvadorStudios]

very helpful thanks it looks amazing

[@user-ni9ti1zi4s]

У вас получается очень круто! Ваши аквариумы это искусство

[@Sinserg]

Very inspiring thanks!

[@toiletwater2036]

Beautiful! Great video. Thank you! Subscribed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@phucminhnguyen8909]

Thanks for your setup, it inspires me a lot. Since I am a newbie in this field, I just wonder why do we need springtails in here?

[@diobrando2402]

I'm new to the hobby and I really enjoyed your video, really good! 😊

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it😃

[@melissanotthewebsbusiness7272]

This is beautiful! A few questions: Is it necessary to adjust the pump? Wiring seems complicated! Also, how is the hinged glass front panel held in place? Surely not taped? Lastly, is the open panel enough to keep the springtails safely in their tank, where they belong? Or are escapees a problem?

[@deo_log]

It looks amazing! I would love to build something like that on my own!

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you! You should have a go:)

[@Tinnerito]

What are you waiting for?!😆

[@deo_log]

@@Tinnerito i'm waiting for money ;(

[@Tinnerito]

@@deo_log oh, thats true, high prices on contents can be a pain😔

[@gh-dw3tg]

Fantastic build.....got me hooked........lookin to get baby vampire crabs for this...liked and subscribed....more please...different designs...keep rockin.

[@nurglesdad]

What about bungle, zippy & George for the snail names (I’m showing my age now)!

[@tanyawycoff721]

I absolutely love watching your videos! They're so informative! I know I'm a little late watching this video, but if you haven't named the snails yet, how about Winken,Blinken, and Nod like in the old nursery rhymes?

[@davewilson9738]

Subscribed! Nice build sir!

[@TerrariumDesigns]

thank you!

[@uzzaborg7738]

What you do is beautiful. Does the 40 PPI sponge not get clogged? maybe use 20 PPI?

[@CrymsonRaider]

Quick tip with the expanding foam is if you use a spray bottle with water and spray the foam with copious amounts, you can mold it immediately and it will harden up really fast.

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thanks for the tip!

[@jenniferkadrmas483]

Triops would be a neat addition

[@danasmith8557]

Love it great job

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you!

[@may4uT100]

my new favorite channel!

[@257ersSupport]

Tiny, Tippy and Tom the snails :D

[@nicksdroid63]

Great build. How does the water get ro the back plants or do you spray?

[@user-qh8np9ni5r]

I LOVE THESE VIDEOS!!!

[@Tyrell63]

I have a question - My plan is to do this in a tank 30x30x45 (LBH). The front has a secrtion which "closed"' this I want to use as a small aquarium part (e.g. for freshwater shrimps). My question is how to filter this water? When I use "only"the black filter mat, then how to clean it after a while? Have you built a Paludarium with some shrimps/fish tank section? If yes....which video? Thank you for you help. Best from Singapore

[@luisbangit8866]

i love it❤

[@richardwhatley9979]

What kind of lighting do you use for the plants to grow?

[@jbird730]

Hey, I want to thank you. The most profound, sincere, and significant thank you I can offer is for you. I will likely never build a terrarium, as I do not have a green thumb. But I used your super glue and tissue method to repair my kid's dearly beloved ceramic piggy bank. It was very effective. The tissue successfully bonded the bigger cracks where the shattered pieces were missing. Seriously, thank you. I never would've thought to do it had I not been watching your videos.

[@spiritualsaggi6297]

It looks beautiful, but how did you make the elbow for the tubing?

[@rakeshshivalingam]

Hi what's the best way to fix the cover or lid for the paludarium and is a light source required ?

[@meauxjeaux431]

NICE !

[@corydora2894]

im doing a build, should i connect all my hardscape pieces together, or leave them in a few pieces?

[@KrissandraC]

A plant that I recommend is the money tree (not a joke, that's actually what it's called), it does well in closed container conditions, cuttings can root and grow, but you might need a bigger container since it grows up to 11in.

[@sheesh_kabob655]

Do you have to do a water change every month or will it be token care of by the spring tales

[@idancalif5777]

Rly good video! I like your page!! Any idea how can i check if thats legal to import those plants to my country? Any way to check it before getting fined?

[@Mikef05316338]

Do you have to use a certain type of water to fill it up / change with?

[@leomerg8373]

Did you use a bead of silicone as a hing for the top glass?

[@lucasrc3140]

I’ve been wanting to make a build like this for a while, but am just now learning about this hobby… are the snails there to eat the algae, or just to provide extra life to the tank?

[@joaoalberto9799]

beautiful project, congrats! I have one question left, how is the cleaning and maintenance of the pump done? would you have to demonstrate the project? if the pump is dirty or clogged

[@joaoalberto9799]

???? Help

[@Lovelacewatkins139]

Do you have to mist the plants , sorry new to this , lovely set up by the way

[@cutethulhu]

My sister and i are trying to build a paluderium for her white’s tree frogs. This video has really helped me understand how to begin structuring a waterfall for her froggies. Would these rocks be frog safe?

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thats great! Yes the rocks are frog safe:)

[@Tyrell63]

That's really great. I'm planning to build something like this, bit I want to add a mist system too. And I have a question: where have you bought the springtales? Don't they try to escape from the paladurium? Or is the "hanging glass door" in front good enough to hold them inside?

[@senurabandara123]

Springtails can be collect from heap of decaying tree leaves and they are not trying to escape.. they live in it.

[@Villc.11]

@@senurabandara123so of i just get a few leaves from the ground and leave it in the box, the speingtails would come out right?

[@cristinacappello6804]

bello mi piacerebbe anche a me riuscire a farne uno cosi

[@charlesminnaert213]

Where do you buy the glass? How big I also want to make it it’s very cool!

[@theseaworldd]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ beautiful

[@viktor1118]

Wery nice!

[@user-qh8np9ni5r]

idk if you already named them but Gary or Gerald or gilbert sounds pretty good

[@badpanda3908]

Can we use substrate instead of the foam?

[@harunyaman9104]

hi, isnt expanding foam bad for inhabitants and plants ?

[@notsumo]

What other methods are there for sticking the rocks together? Mine don't really sick to the paper that well :(

[@debbiedebbie9473]

Is great stuff and super glue safe for frogs and fish and shrimp after it's cured ? Is lava rock too scratchy for tree frogs, perhaps it might cause small abrasions and infection ?

[@exploration_zone]

EPIC

[@cabengeguppyfarm]

I Like the video

[@ibjcraft]

Good bro

[@thekillergamer4793]

beautiful, but how thick is the glass?

[@Aziz_Piran]

I would like to know what happens if I make a paludarium without using the coarse filter foam. Will I face any problems with the tank?

[@CoffeeandKoi]

So nice. Im curious… are you filming with a chest mount GoPro, to get these awesome shots?

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Nope, just my camera:)

[@paulwatson]

Is there any risk to the springtails escaping?

[@Camstratt]

How do you go about watering?

[@sayeedshubornoshuborno7212]

Can you please tell, why your regular terrarium substrate is not suitable for this setup? Can i use a regular terrarium substrate for this type of setup? Botyom i will put coarse foam then i will put leca then regular substrate not aquasoil? @terrariumDesigns

[@FandyMSaputra]

how long this setup could last?

[@rahmannilam]

How do you make sure that the pump is not blocked? I had a mini pump and surround it with the black sponge and in about a month, the water flow became slower and I suspect something is blocking the in the pump