Pond in a Coffee Table

I did this again with a Desk! Check it out here: • Creek in a Desk
There are no longer fish in this pond. I've learned that was a mistake.
Let me know if you think of the rest of this project and perhaps in the future I can make a proper Indoor pond for fish. Stay tuned! :)
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[@markjackson8093]

I like this idea, and you did really good on detailing the process. I would like to see a one year follow-up or even 6 months. Thanks for sharing 👍🏽

[@travisjantzer]

I would love to do a follow up. I’m hoping the plants double in size but that may be wishful thinking.

[@Urineil]

​@@travisjantzer follow up?

[@jeffk464]

I had this same idea, never got past the idea stage though, kudos. I thought it would be cool to have those sword tail fish that have been bred to have koi colors. You can have a mini pond with mini koi.

[@justinguarino201]

It’s a year now lol

[@kyles9320]

I like that even though you were near the end, you stopped to highlight the flaw and show the reality of your project.

[@travisjantzer]

I like that even a year after you first subscribed, you’re still here watching my videos. I appreciate you Kyle. 🤙🏽

[@Giftig--Daniel-P]

Love the shoutout at the end. Wives are usually the real heroes behind the scenes. I know my wife is the hero in our home and in my life. I'm sure yours is too.

[@shiftyshrimp5930]

Hi there, You're probably unaware of this but neon tetras, like all tropical fish, require a filter and a heater to be kept properly. The heater helps keeps them at a suitably warm temperature and the filter provides a surface for beneficial bacteria to colonise so your fish waste is processed into less toxic products. Without these components, your neon tetras will quickly die and the water quality will deteriorate. I highly encourage you to return the fish or relocate them to a more appropriate environment. Just in general, a coffee table aquarium isn't a fantastic idea. Aquatic organisms are very sensitive to vibrations, so the clattering/movement of objects on the table surface are likely to leave them very stressed. Good luck with everything, if you need more info on fish care please feel free to ask!

[@travisjantzer]

I was naive about fish. I figured small fish could live in a small container. It is 70 degrees and they have rocks to hide under and water plants but I understand now that there is more to aquariums than just that. I appreciate comments like yours because the info is helpful and not rude. Actually very few people were rude. But I see you so, thank you. Maybe sometime I can make a more proper table with deeper water. Maybe something that rests directly on the ground and has room for a filter and heater and whatnot. I might reach out here if it comes to that :)

[@leadingman9322]

Beautiful! This would be so nice in a sunroom/atrium. Love that you gave your wife the shout out. ❤👍

[@travisjantzer]

I know! I wish I had a bigger room to put it in with sky lights or something. My wife is amazing! She’s the reason I’m able to make these videos.

[@brandyeldridge3332]

Next time just spray paint the foam... Just a suggestion... Amazing Job!!!❤

[@WmNatali-md1if]

Cutest coffee table!

[@skyaxiom4457]

I came up with this idea and was so happy someone else is as cool! 😄 😆

[@tombryant4518]

Wow! That is a fantastic addition to any living room! Good job!

[@travisjantzer]

thanks!

[@nancyholmes1140]

Great visual, bet your kiddos love it. 👍🥰

[@michaelflores3767]

That is a very cool project. I appreciate your video.

[@GregoryBurlingame]

Awesome! 👏🏻

[@travisjantzer]

😅

[@fatimabakhadirova177]

WOW !!!! Very nice and creative idea! BRAVO

[@travisjantzer]

Thank you very much!

[@factsable901]

What ! This is one of the best water features I’ve ever seen! I am subscribed since 3k subscribers and this is one of the best projects !

[@travisjantzer]

You’re too nice! Thanks so much!

[@humanbeing-_-_-]

Inspired to make one of my own whenever I move. Awesome build!!!

[@travisjantzer]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@aliciadupuy9228]

Artistic is just another kind of brilliant.

[@travisjantzer]

wow thanks :)

[@queezy-live1142]

I love these water feature tables, wish i had one

[@travisjantzer]

Thanks man

[@leighbaer9659]

So cool.

[@colfaxmann7039]

Sweet Travis! TY

[@travisjantzer]

:)

[@arielpezoag]

Amazing well done 👍

[@MsMymiracle]

Thank you for sharing, this is awesome!

[@travisjantzer]

My pleasure!

[@FishzWorld]

Cool design!

[@travisjantzer]

Thanks!

[@kin6david]

This is freakin amazing!!!!

[@dontmindme6972]

this is really cool.

[@travisjantzer]

Thanks!

[@dianaconran9315]

This is awesome! 😃

[@travisjantzer]

Thanks! 😄

[@kaleb6328]

This is awesome!

[@travisjantzer]

Thanks!

[@purplejanew]

One of the most beautiful home decor items I have ever seen!

[@travisjantzer]

Wow, thank you!

[@purplejanew]

@@travisjantzer I cannot lie - your skill at making things - massive or small - is unequalled! I loved the falls behind your parents' home and this is no less striking!

[@travisjantzer]

You're too kind.

[@debbieclark2377]

That's really cool I like it

[@travisjantzer]

thanks

[@KurtClark]

Very Innovative!! Nice work, and thanks for sharing

[@travisjantzer]

Thanks for watching! Glad you like it!

[@prmorgan72]

That is cool and very very creative I love it. Thanks for making this KZbin video.

[@travisjantzer]

Sure thing! Glad you like it

[@Schnoidz]

What a beautiful table! I love the idea and you did a great job on the video. Fantastic 👍

[@travisjantzer]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@ericcassidy6916]

I think you should add some lighting, but other than that, great build!

[@msjetta5818]

You are so talented! Wow, I love watching these cool videos you post

[@travisjantzer]

Thanks! I'm glad.

[@hiccuppaddock4829]

Dude u inspire me a lot Keep going 🤗 Huge fan

[@travisjantzer]

Thanks! Glad you’re here! 😌

[@MISSIONRIDERMOTOVLOG]

amazing

[@EarzOnTunz]

Awesome!

[@travisjantzer]

Thanks!

[@KazuyaDarklight]

This is something I would absolutely love to have but hate to upkeep. Amazing work.

[@travisjantzer]

Yea so far upkeep has not been a big problem

[@mariestick6636]

Love it

[@kpnightingale4438]

This is incredible, keep it up

[@travisjantzer]

thanks i will.

[@Love72Yourself]

So cool man. Well done

[@travisjantzer]

thanks

[@shqipstation5300]

Dude this idea and video was amazing. This one is DEFINITELY gonna get a million views! Good job 👍🏼👍🏼

[@travisjantzer]

Thanks, I hope so!

[@maryfaw5655]

Love you ideas

[@mariestick6636]

awesome

[@ShadowsintheDark.]

U got brains

[@snowprince3253]

Imagine going take a piss middle of the night and stumble onto that thinking it's a real pond😅 Awesome jobs btw!

[@kevinb5417]

Neat.

[@DavidTorres-ed1fw]

Bad ass man

[@onedeadsaint]

I like your style. subbed!

[@travisjantzer]

Thanks!

[@cassandrarowe2796]

Beautiful table. 💯👍. Question ❓ how do you feed the fish?

[@jasonleong7151]

sick

[@McMega33]

liked and subbed.. this should be way more popular/viral lol.. keep up the good work and cool ideas. hopefully you'll get the viewers and subscriptions you deserve!

[@travisjantzer]

thanks I really appreciate it! Go check out the one I made this year it turned out even better :)

[@doctorfox92]

Really cool to see this table. I had a thought many years ago to design a flowing river table. It would be more of a rectangle, one end being a little higher than the other so the water can flow down, but somehow the water would need to pump back to the high end. Maybe you can figure that one out.

[@travisjantzer]

That would be super cool. I saw a picture of something like that outside made of concrete and the water flowed into the ground! A much bigger project for sure.

[@khaibobe6240]

Just have the a pump to cycle the water back to a reservoir at the raised end of the river.

[@leenonolee4629]

How do you feed the fish? And perhaps you can put some mini frogs in the pond too. And water plants like that stuff that looks like mini duck weed.

[@vicariouswitness]

Cool

[@travisjantzer]

yea

[@superpaul4245]

That little beam isn't going to hold up that amount of water. To exploit animals even like a neon tetra for a tank that doesn't even look big enough, without even showing a heater or proper filtration. Fish aren't decorations, they're animals too.

[@travisjantzer]

With the research I did there is just enough water volume to house neon tetras. I also heard the water needs to be 68-76 degrees and my house is always 70. I understand the water is not deep but there is lots of horizontal space for them to move. They also have several rocks they can hide under and plants that so far are growing really well. I’m not as careless as many commenters seem to think.

[@mrreef2450]

I hope that in a few months you will do a follow up with this project how it has held up any issues that popped up if any etc.

[@travisjantzer]

I think I will. So far it looks good.

[@yaroslavbulat]

looks pretty cool, but how are you going to deal with mold, algae, and other life forms in your table?

[@ninthserpent]

🐟

[@Herptastic]

You need to add newts to this.

[@ahWorkShop]

That's a cool project. Do you have to take the glass off to feed the fish?

[@travisjantzer]

Yea the suction cups make lifting the glass easier.

[@tyetate1984]

That's is beautiful amazing work 👏. Where can I get one ? 😆

[@travisjantzer]

Thank you! I’m not sure! Lol maybe Walmart? Jk

[@ShadowsintheDark.]

Truly boyfriend material

[@michaelfirestone7440]

CAN YOU INSTALL A SMALL LIGHT TO THE POND ♥

[@dalediethorn1481]

👍🇺🇸👍

[@travisjantzer]

us

[@mattlarry2662]

Should get micro ex boats

[@PR0T0_]

May I ask why you removed the fish?

[@travisjantzer]

it was just too shallow to make them happy.

[@PR0T0_]

@@travisjantzer Understandable, thanks for getting back with me :)

[@frankvolz7021]

What s stunning build, I would recommend Japanese rice fish for your little pond. They come in various body colors and would stand out better from the top.

[@carmium]

Just wondering if you don't ever wake up to a glass lid covered in condensation...?

[@travisjantzer]

Nope that’s why I put the fan in it. No condensation

[@carmium]

@@travisjantzer Must admit I skipped through it. Smart move on your part.

[@Doorsfan13]

Love this so much!! You've inspired me to build something similar. Why were the fish a mistake? Thoughts on having a turtle?

[@soccerplyr8]

Honey , let's move the coffee table. Can't it weighs 500 pounds 😢.

[@michaelevans2989]

This would be a nice turtle habitat as well! Frogs would love it but they will escape as soon as you open the top. Since it is a year so far since you posted this how is it holding up?

[@johnhelton457]

I prefer to build with Woodglut plans.

[@coloneljewce]

I would have given this a thumbs up if not for the fish. Even if you have enough water volume, which I super doubt but maybe that holds more gallons than it looks. But even if it's enough water you didn't cycle the tank which is incredibly unhealthy for the fish. Beautiful build but seems like the fish were unnecessary

[@Jules-pl6kw]

This was a cool video until you said you were putting fish in it. Neon tetras need 20 gallons, and I would guess that's not even 10. Please don't do this to animals. )-:

[@travisjantzer]

Hey I responded impulsively last night. I wasn’t trying to patronize anyone. Sorry if any comment came off that way. My specialty is rocks and shovels so pets and wildlife is something I really need to learn more about. Im glad you enjoyed the video. I’ll do better on the next one.

[@Vernonnn]

Add an axolotl they're very adaptable

[@shiftyshrimp5930]

No, axolotls need far more space to be able to swim comfortably - they reach an average size of over 20cm long! Their waste output also needs to be processed through a filter, otherwise they can get very sick from buildup of toxic compounds such as ammonia.

[@dylon684]

Take out the fish. This is just sad and abusive..

[@travisjantzer]

Done. I'm gonna do more research before my next indoor 'pond' and do it proper.

[@robinraphael]

cool idea I like it bro!

[@travisjantzer]

Thanks!

[@tamilcocky7099]

Why was the fish a mistake? what happened?