Lizard Lives in IKEA Furniture Now? | DIY IKEA greenhouse | Turning an Ikea Cabinet into a Terrarium

In this video I decide to transform an IKEA FABRIKÖR Cabinet into a reptile enclosure! You can also use this video for IKEA Greenhouse upgrades, or IKEA Cabinet Terrariums!
In this video, I'll guide you step-by-step through the process of converting a simple IKEA cabinet into a lush vivarium, perfect for housing my Giant Day Gecko, Reptar. From selecting the right materials to designing a functional yet aesthetically pleasing environment, you can see the entire process here!
Don't miss out on this exciting transformation - hit that play button and embark on this DIY adventure with me! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with your fellow reptile lovers! 🌿🦎
0:00 - 1:03 intro
1:03 - 3:07 building the cabinet
3:07 - 4:12 waterproofing
4:12 - 4:30 removing the top
4:30 - 7:44 background
7:44 - 8:04 glass bottom
8:04 - 8:37 final touches
8:37 - 9:05 drainage
9:05 - 9:26 substrate
9:26 - 10:23 plants
10:23 - 11:02 Clean up Crew
11:02 - 11:52 making a mesh lid
11:52 - 12:22 lighting
12:22 - 17:06 reveal and moving Reptar
17:06 - 18:29 final thoughts
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✨Products Used✨
Supplies:
Tank: IKEA FABRIKOR CABINET
Spray Foam: amzn.to/4awZ7Hf
Gorilla Glue: amzn.to/3TYaSzx
Thermostat: amzn.to/3A6CBmj
Plant Lighting: amzn.to/49BjOAq
UVB Lighting: VIVTECH Jungle Cover UVB
Eco-earth: amzn.to/3hppUMb
Leca Clay Balls: amzn.to/3C0eAxZ (Or purchase from IKEA)
Drainage Screening: Weed Block mesh purchased from Home Depot
Springtails: amzn.to/3zf18oh
Isopods: amzn.to/3Ud6ePg
Substrate:
Repti soil: amzn.to/4cUwPbb
Eco Earth: amzn.to/3A8m3KE
Aquarium Substrate: amzn.to/43Y8FZC
Play Sand: amzn.to/3A5lK3o
ReptiMulch: amzn.to/3A3XNcQ
Decoration:
Cork Bark Flats: amzn.to/2YO21aK
Driftwood: amzn.to/3tAE2XR
Leaf Litter: amzn.to/3k2ZCRs
Plants: All plants were purchased in advance from Home Depot, Menards, or Amazon. The soil was rinsed off and replaced and they were allowed one-two months to detox and ensure no fertilizers/pesticides were present.
✨Filming Equipment✨
Day/Night Camera: amzn.to/3sFO6Qp
Microphone: amzn.to/3KkW0EY
Lapel Mic: amzn.to/3Hu0vNS
Filming Camera: Nikonz30 amzn.to/426MY8t
Google Pixel 6
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[@Bear_Cannons]

Wow that is a great build, love to see that transformation from box of IKEA to lush enclosure!

[@shelbycombs4320]

“ I got him, he’s biting me” 🥰 The gecko: 🤬👹🐉😤

[@guenthecat6582]

I’m interested to see how this holds up long term. I’m considering doing the same with a Russia for a Vampire Crab habitat. IKEA cabinets are less expensive than reptile terrariums and nicer looking too.

[@charleswhetsel7432]

Love the idea to leave half the sides clear to view the enclosure better.

[@vickiignaszak5041]

You're lucky to have Garrett around to help out! Thanks Garrett for helping make these builds so great!

[@TatianasTinyZoo]

Honestly I would have 0 idea how to figure anything out without him! He is v wise 🧙‍♂

[@samiragiljic1446]

i was JUST looking at this EXACT ikea cabinet hoping to convert it into a vivarium for a crestie this is so helpful thank yew

[@brockberrick2727]

Love this video! What a fun build!

[@alwaysjale]

Incredible build

[@dwarfx2]

Thanks, Garrett!

[@shr00mski]

“I’ve go him! He’s biting me! 😃”

[@TatianasTinyZoo]

show this clip to anyone scared of reptiles 😤

[@Liv-yq7jf]

thanks garrett!

[@oleggridsevsky7585]

Great job. Very creative!

[@TatianasTinyZoo]

Thank you

[@vickiignaszak5041]

I feel like this isn't the first time I've witnessed you open a box with a paring knife. Girl you need a box cutter or pocket knife, haha. I remember when you first got your day gecko at Tinley. So tiny. Amazing how big he's gotten. Awesome build video. Your gecko must love it!

[@TatianasTinyZoo]

You know... I have one of those somewhere!

[@falcolf]

I love it, so inspiring ❤

[@JosHulk-j9k]

Hi, love the idea and thinking about making one for myself. I have one question, does it have enough air circulation since it's only open at the top? Is this healthy for the animal and no trouble with stagnend air?

[@cezannejimenez7164]

7:47 what did you use to cut the glass shelves?

[@Roller.bex.]

It came out so gorgeous!!! Your poor hands at the end 😂

[@baerbelbarbara]

how did you cut the glass shelves, aren't they tempered? Do you have a water jet at home?😂

[@AspenSmotherman]

How big are the inner dimensions of this enclosure? I have been considering this same build but can't figure out what the dimensions are!

[@bradleydanek3958]

got the double door one off fb marketplace for $50 and built it for my tokays.

[@TatianasTinyZoo]

That's awesome!! I bet they love it :D

[@bradleydanek3958]

@@TatianasTinyZoo they definitely do

[@brennanbarrale8644]

My lady friend needs to know the exact name of that drain piece bulkhead. Cause she can't find it. Where'd you get it?

[@larrybrastad6874]

How fast did those big pothos take to grow in mine are takeing months to grow 4” lol

[@TatianasTinyZoo]

With the right lights they can grow very fast! I'm cutting my pothos back every month

[@AmethystGlowx]

Its a little small for a gecko like this size. He needs a bigger enclosure. He at least needs a place which is bigger in with. The hight is ok.

[@Kaikent3]

Does that weed barrier let water through because if not then the drainage layer isn’t gonna work also that coil uvb isn’t going to do anything a linear uvb is better

[@ChiChisWorld]

Wait.....if Flex Seal doesn't stick to silicone, how does silicone stick to Flex Seal to make it waterproof? 😅

[@tiegenlyman1407]

Just due to how the material is once it is dry