New Leopard Gecko Setup // DIY Hide

[@cavinbardi2375]

P.S. you could call it a "Tank-over" lol

[@ellesreptiles]

That's great haha. I love that! 😁👏🏽

[@sincerestanley6499]

@Reed Nelson instablaster ;)

[@reednelson8753]

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[@reednelson8753]

@Sincere Stanley it worked and I actually got access to my account again. Im so happy! Thank you so much, you really help me out!

[@sincerestanley6499]

@Reed Nelson no problem =)

[@WitchersCreatures]

It's good to see Mr.Husband in a video and building stuff for his reptile kids

[@reptilianden7895]

I get nervous to be in videos 😂

[@Chloe_Batty]

I love that you make your own enclosure hides and stuff! Buying a decoration like that in a store would cost so much! Your pets are super lucky!

[@witchypoo72]

I made it! I did have to make it bigger for a 40 gallon terrarium, but it's amazing. Thank you for the inspiration. I did add another hide for a total of 4. I'm still in the process of grouting and sealing but again, thank you!

[@donae22]

I absolutely love this!!! Have you ever considered making these and selling them? Put my order in now lol

[@ellesreptiles]

Hahaha we've thought about it, but are worried about the shipping 😬

[@bailey567]

@@ellesreptiles I have a leopard gecko in a 20gallon tank, I have an idea for a custom hide if you every think about selling any custom orders(: I would rather support a small buiness/lepoard gecko lover rather than a chain like Petsmart/Petco.

[@mandi8676]

I was actually wondering the same thing!! Especially since I'm doing the same thing for my 4 bearded dragons. But its awesome to have something that's unlike anyone else's in the world! N a great feeling knowing u did it on ur own!!

[@barbarac3971]

Do you sell these yet?

[@bonnybethan]

Love this hide. You should sell them. have not seen anything like it.❤

[@MrTazinjcksn44]

That came out fantastic.... Very nice

[@Msasha2727]

I’m glad I’m not the only one who started to grout then switched to my hands…. My reason was because the stuff wouldn’t stick to the corners…. Then I painted…. Didn’t like it and repainted multiple times in certain places. Also I bought one sealer and THEN bought shellac hahaha this is NOT cheaper then just buying a custom one on Etsy however….. my son needed his perfect hide so I had no choice.

[@loispadgett6306]

Loved watching and what to do that for some of my enclosures. Thank You so much for the build.

[@asmrsleep3079]

I absolutely love it. I would have never thought of this

[@nataliesreptiles]

That is AWESOME!! I need to get crafty and do something like that for my leo.

[@ellesreptiles]

Haha it definitely takes a bit of time, but I think it's worth it 😊

[@candysweets2290]

This is very useful and very creative! I’m about to get a leopard gecko in 3 months so I’m going to subscribe and learn more from your channel! Great work!

[@ellesreptiles]

Awww well early congrats to you! 😁🎉 And welcome to the channel!

[@janinakins9861]

It turned out so good!! ♡

[@ellesreptiles]

I'm so happy with it! 🥰 he did such a good job

[@jaqhass]

Having them stacked is why toothpicks and two builds. One for testing and one for using. Sounds like unnesecary work tho whenever two builds are used the final build almost always comes out with extreme precision.

[@stuartoneill3195]

😊Good job man

[@mikaylakittell4738]

I loveeee the WoW Sweater!

[@mandi8676]

Love ur videos but really loving this 1!! I have 4 beardies n I've decided to make my own waterfall n hides with Styrofoam n came across this vid. I'm thankful u put this up coz we were having a hard time figuring out what was the safest material to use. U guys are lifesavers n my babies will thank u for it as well! Great work n look forward to seeing more videos like this one n all ur others!!!!

[@kgga3]

You two are very cute! Also your gecko is super cute too? I just T^T love wholesome couples

[@ellesreptiles]

Awww 🥺 thank you! 🥰

[@emberpawthefox3626]

I watched this because I wanted to make something like this for my Leopard gecko, the only thing I can’t do is make any sort of high overhang, because my gecko sometimes will jump off of things that are too high up. But this is cool and I want to give it a try!

[@Justinsgokartsandstuff]

So creative 👍😁

[@ellesreptiles]

He really is! 😊

[@trisha2286]

I would totally buy one!

[@alierina]

THANK YOU! Y'all's tips saved me! Having a styrofoam cutter is so much better than trying to use a knife. Why don't more tutorials say that?? Also, your suggestion on the background was perfect. Just ordered a poster from Walmart for my Lizzie! 💖💖💖

[@kcstunna8222]

Thats awesome. Great job

[@ellesreptiles]

🥰 thank you!

[@samanthathompson4962]

This was beautiful!!!

[@ellesreptiles]

Thank you! 🥰

[@taeviansworldofreptiles3828]

Aaaah that is amazing!

[@ellesreptiles]

🥰 he did such a good job on that hide!

[@LilyAvarA]

I’m following this tutorial and I don’t have a heated metal thing so I made a huge mess. If you break your vacuum cleaning it up like I did, a lint roller works wonders!

[@cassiopiaallen2105]

For the horde!

[@1v1z]

The cage looks amazing guys! Great work

[@ellesreptiles]

Thanks 🥰

[@SupremeGecko]

OH my gosh! that foam cutter!

[@reptilianden7895]

Worth every dollar ~Elle's Husband

[@ellesreptiles]

It's wonderful! 😊

[@toniannzimmerman1182]

Beautiful!

[@cavinbardi2375]

Absolutely Amazing! Thanks for the DIY help, I just might do something similar one day, when we get a pet. I really love your videos/content & even enjoy your husbands participation, he seems pretty awesome!!! Keep up the fantastic work! See you next week. ❤😎👍

[@ellesreptiles]

Well thanks, he's a pretty cool guy haha 🥰

[@cavinbardi2375]

@@ellesreptiles He seems like the type of guy I could be friends with! Keep up the awesomeness!! ❤ you guys!

[@reptilianden7895]

@@cavinbardi2375 I do not know, he looks like an Ass hole to me 😂

[@triple_A_rockhound]

Fun editing as always Cool setup

[@ellesreptiles]

Thank you! 😊

[@triple_A_rockhound]

;)

[@mickiem6833]

Could you tint and use Dry Lock instead of grout? I use it for some of my backgrounds and really like using it. I love the look of your layers. I will definitely try that!

[@ArtAdditive]

I love this so much, I have so many ideas and going to make one soon 😍

[@LizardGuru]

Soo... when I get a gecko, imma fly y'all down to come build it for me 😂😭 how's that sound? Lol

[@ellesreptiles]

Girl, yes!!! 🤣 that'd be so fun. 🥰

[@reptilianden7895]

I would be down. We could also make a massive one for your beaded dragon or uromastyx too 🤩

[@triple_A_rockhound]

Good one Alex lol

[@marytwinflamessoulfamunite7102]

This looks amazing

[@karenmcisaac22]

Thats looks amazing 💕💕

[@ellesreptiles]

🥰🥰🥰

[@angeymoes4842]

Super.👌🦎🥰

[@haustierone]

what a lucky man you are ;)

[@jermontsumpter2754]

Nice looks great

[@ravenfrancis1714]

One question with the Heating pad and the Tile does it affect the adhesive on the tile or it’s not hot enough to do much to the adhesive

[@luvlost03]

It came out so nice! I wish I had the patience and creativity to do something like that. Have you ever thought about making some to sell like on etsy? Because I would buy one just saying 😊

[@ellesreptiles]

We've played around with the idea, shipping just worries me 😬 haha

[@rochellejackson8490]

Really enjoyed the video. Since you use tile, where is a good place for the the thermometer and under tank heating pad?

[@jacobdarier534]

this makes me want a gecko

[@enricosmith2079]

Maybe I'll use a brush 😆

[@johnnboy1986]

I love your accent

[@ellesreptiles]

Thank you!

[@annayates-ej8hq]

How long do you let the sealant air out before putting the animal in with it?

[@chriscapasso6625]

Very nice job. Going to give this a shot for my Daughter's new (and first) leopard gecko. One question I have, and my apology if you mentioned this, but how did you attach the structure itself to the tank? I would assume/think something like hot glue, but wanted to ask/confirm.

[@ellesreptiles]

Awesome! Good luck! It's not attached, as it's pretty heavy - don't have to worry about it falling over. But you could use hot glue or aquarium safe silicone! 😊

[@rockinsong1358]

I haven’t been getting any notifications or recommendations for your videos😭 I haven’t seen any for the last few months!

[@ellesreptiles]

Oh no! 🙁

[@mandi8676]

I'm building a waterfall with a low basking spot using the same type of technique u guys used. I have it fully grouted and painted now I just have to seal it. I was wondering if the shellac is ok to use on waterfalls and still be safe for my beardies?? I want to get this project finished so my baby has it in her tank n I can then move on to finishing the huts and waterfalls for my other 3 beardies. Thanx for all ur help & advice!!!!

[@MrDanaalex]

I like ur accent “ Elle “! :3

[@Ashley-jv2rc]

Ive seen alot of theese and i wanna know if its worth it because i wanna build one but idk if its worth or if it will last long

[@reptilianden7895]

We built a total of 5 over the last year and they are all holding up like new. It was a lot of fun to build but it took days because of all the drying in between steps. ~Elle's Husband

[@EvanMauck]

What size are those styrofoam sheets?

[@jaqhass]

We do not have the same brands here in sweden as you do in US. What should i look for to know if a finish on spray is animal safe? If it's safe for aquariums with fish it's also good enough for my reptiles.

[@cwgrl_ldy6287]

Did your grout crack? Im having cracking issue

[@nicoleackerman7781]

How would you clean the hide since its foam? I have the ones you buy from the store and I usually soak them in warm water with a little amount of bleach and thoroughly rinse it.

[@Dovietail]

Elle! Dirt! The gecko loves to dig. Not sand, but clay based soil.

[@ellesreptiles]

Yea, I use just plain, chemical free, manure free topsoil for my other leopard gecko (I've also used lugarti's in the past as well) and I've been thinking about adding a dig spot to Winter's tank too, after she's done with her semi brumation that's currently happening. She just doesn't show the same interest in digging like Percy (my other leopard gecko) did before I added her dig spot.

[@sasharoettger6350]

Do you have to grout? Could you leave just styrofoam?

[@jdandkikisExotics]

Im planning on upgrading my geckos in tk their own 75 gallon tank

[@barbaracolon111]

Is there specific lighting that leopard geckos need for their tanks?

[@mariahrose5909]

No, but you can put a very small wattage uvb if you'd like. Like a 2.5 or 5 watt uvb. Leopard geckos don't need them but depending on the leopard gecko you have it could benefit them, some leopard geckos don't like them. Don't put lights if you have a leopard gecko with red eyes because they have VERY sensitive eyes and it could potentially hurt them as i heard.

[@danielapena2586]

The safest is a heating pad & a normal LED light near the tank to see it (not directly)

[@daniellalesina1443]

Is the shellac also heat-proof? I would hate for it to melt

[@mariahrose5909]

Where did you get the screen lid? I can't find one and very much need one

[@lotylelemon8617]

Can u coat this with resin to make it aquarium safe as well?

[@jebac110]

Nice build! But I don`t really like the ground. Ik it`s easy to clean but tbh it`s not that "good" like a natural ground for them. To glitchy Greets from Germany

[@ellesreptiles]

Thanks! Yea she's no longer in this tank - she's since been updated to a bigger, fully Bioactive tank 😊

[@jebac110]

@@ellesreptiles sounds great!

[@alop9535]

Would these same materials be safe for DIY water bowls?

[@Minimax2823]

Does the heat pad affect the styrofoam?

[@tommyandrews4460]

Where do you get your foam from????? What is the best foam to use????

[@squeaky313able]

I see its been a year since this video was posted so is there a update with making these? I can pay for it and fly out there to get it my dragon would love this!

[@lokitheferret9815]

If you sold these i would buy

[@diablalyssa]

What kind of reptile disinfectant do you use? 💗

[@ellesreptiles]

This one: www.beardeddragon.co/index.php?route=product/product&path=73&product_id=600 And this one: www.beardeddragon.co/index.php?route=product/product&path=73&product_id=588 I mix them with water in a spray bottle 😊

[@jacobdarier534]

do you think that expanding foam would work instead of polystyrene

[@reptilianden7895]

She actually made a hide for her Blue Tongue Skink out of expanding foam. Its holding up real well and with standing the humanity. Link below kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmGXqJ6eo7OWjLc ~ Elle's Husband

[@ficarrar14]

How long do you wait between grout coats? Thanks.

[@ellesreptiles]

Just until the grout is completely dry. I think we waited a day or two 😊

[@zanegreay7157]

Why grout and not drylock?

[@ellesreptiles]

No specific reason, I just hadn't worked with DryLock before. I really do need to try it out though 😊

[@Narii1252]

Why dont u use substrate or sand? Wouldnt it be better for him?

[@ellesreptiles]

Because of the risk of impaction. In the wild, they're not exposed to sand in the way that many people think

[@markcusmosher4483]

How much for a custom hide

[@chyannbuss6212]

I was wondering where to get Styrofoam like that?

[@reptilianden7895]

We bought it awhile ago, I think we got it at Home Depot ~Elle's Husband

[@chyannbuss6212]

@@reptilianden7895 okay thanks

[@irelandrock3201]

Where did you get the styrofoam from?

[@reptilianden7895]

Lowe’s or Home Depot, I can’t remember

[@alyssawidas6025]

How much do you think your husband would charge for one like this but a little smaller?

[@Lizardsareprettycool]

First

[@princessuwu69]

Yall don't know what rocks look like... mk