Yea! All my tanks are second hand so thanks for the advice. I didn’t know about the bleach treatment so I’ll be able to sort out the plastic plants from my Mbuna tanks. 👍
I have been in the hobby for 60 years and the only new tank I've ever owned was the first one, which I got as a birthday present when I was a kid. And at one time I had 2-125 gallons, 2-50s, 3-30s, 1-20, 4-15s, 1-10, and various 1 to 5 gallons for quarantine, breeding, hospital, whatever, going at once. That was a lot for me.
This is so informative!! I have three nearly perfect tanks (2 of which have been in storage for about a year) and with my final college fish having passed it’s time for me to get some more fishes!!! Thank you so much for this information! I can’t wait to clean my tanks and set them up for some new beautiful fish!
Thank you this is great! Am setting up a used second hand tank that looks really clean but you never know. Great tips with the cleaning and use of bleach, which is what concerned me. I don’t want to lose my lovely fish! He’s only a goldfish called Bob but I love him to bits and he’s outgrown his old tank. Hoping to get him a new mate once the tank and Bob are settled. 😃
I am new to the hobby and just bought my 1st used tank yesterday. Thanks you for the great in depth video you are very entertaining and informative. BTW love the socks!!!
Another great master-your-basics video! I always learn something from you, Thomas, keep 'em coming. "If you film them, we will watch." ;-) Yeah, I really did just do that, haha.
You are my fish tank hero lol. My son has Autism and he was able to stay in the room and watch the whole video so thank-you for that. His interest is his fish so this is perfect
Dude i love this but ......Wont use an abrasive sponge but Whips out a Hard Bristle Brush 1sec later LMAO ,......The quick second you even thought about it HAHAHAHAHA.... Just was funny that's all my dude you earned my sub
I ran across this video while looking for something totally different, but pertaining to aquariums. I already know everything in his video, but he's so funny and fun to watch, I watched it all the way through. His son his a cutie! Keep up sharing your knowledge...you have a natural way about you that makes people want to learn from you. Like my 8th grade science teacher, Mr Barnes. I'm 51 years old and I still remember Mr Barnes! Every student he ever had would probly agree. You are a Mr Barnes!!! Teaching is your calling...
This video is excellent! I just scored a 90 gallon aquarium (and unfortunately, a trip to urgent care for my husband when the lid bit him - NOT ANYONE’S FAULT!) from a group on facebook. Your reminders on how to clean it are much appreciated.😊
Thank you for this tutorial. A friend graduated from High School and gave me his setup this past weekend. I made a video unboxing my new aquarium ruclips.net/video/UaEhD39DKDQ/видео.html I can't wait to get everything working!
Hi there! Thanks for the video! I bought a used 280 liters fish tank, with sand, plants and lot of other internal accessories. I'm going to clean and disinfect the tank and everything before running the tank because I don't know if it was infected or smth. Do I need to disinfect sand as well or it's better to not use it at all? If so how do I do that?
Hi Thomas, you were the one who got me into the hobby 7 months ago. Your videos are great and informative. Just a quick two questions, can I put wood in that bleach solution? Also what would be the best way to thoroughly clean the gravel after using a syphon. Thanks Thomas, Nathan
I'd avoid putting wood in bleach; would can act like a sponge and absorb anything it's in which can be problematic. For wood a firm bristle brush and peroxide are a great combo.
Any tips on cleaning inside glass of brand new tank??.....lots of fingerprints and glue residue from the advertisement sticker. I just want to use something fish safe since it's on the inside. Thanks and great channel.
Can I use full strength cleaning vinegar on stubborn lime scale? I have standard vinegar but it doesn’t seem to be cutting it. Somehow it got on the lids of the tank I’m working on
I just bought a used 55 gallon drained it and cleaned out very well ect. Been sitting there for 2 weeks now the filter is a 75 gallon. It's wet inside yet. I didn't clean it or anything yet. I'm just wondering what to do about the filter if I should clean it and if so how? Or if I just throw it on and let it do its thing?
This is a good video to have in the catalog. My parents have a really old (probably 30+ years old) 180 that they're giving me once I'm in a position to do something with it. I have no idea what shape it's in but this'll be useful once I get to that point
Thomas and Brian have gotten me back into the hobby I enjoy watching their channel glad I decided to find them after no more posting on that other channel keep up with the great work you'll have 100000 subscribers in no time
Thank you so much! Do you have any tips on how to clean a heater? I imagine pretty similar to how you've handled everything else but wanted to ask just in case!
If its covered in white lime scale / calcium buildup like the inside of a teapot, you can put it in a shallow container of warm tap water and a few tablespoons of vinegar or citric acid. :)
Just need a stronger acid. I've used muriatic (pool) acid for really stubborn buildup, but it's dangerous stuff to work with so you have to be super careful. Full PPE and it needs to be diluted dramatically. I dont recommend it to your average hobbyist, but it sure does work.
I’ve been trying for days to clean a secondhand aquarium. Using white vinegar; several different methods. Every time I think it’s gotten clean...it dries and, surprise surprise, the glass is still cloudy. 😩 Any advice?
Can use this chemical to clean carnister filter from another tank??? Fill carnister filter with water and only sponges and keeep it runing with a bucket on table??? How long to keep it runing????
Haven't seen u for a very long time. Glad to see u back. New channel, huh? It was very informative. I've tried buying one sided scrubbing sponges at different stores and they all say "not for aquarium use". What's up with that s**t?
PS: Harbor Freight sells lots of special little brushes for extremely low prices! They also have a huge pack of razor blades for much less $ per blade than the dollar store
When you hilariously chose to clean the filter before the tank, I yelled at my screen. Your magnetic personality forced me to watch the filter part without skipping through 😂
What would the ratio be if I were to use water and vinegar instead of water and bleach? We have a tank that had goldfish in it and they died, think they were sick. And we are ready to clean the tank and get new fish.
We are moving cross country. We have found homes for our fish and now we are using this tutorial to prepare our tank and stuff to pack and move. Any recommendations for drying out the rocks and plants?
I am new to the hobby and I needed to see that filter cleaning. Thank you! I need that shirt and uhm........your socks....I’m gonna need them too....yeah
@Valeria Clinch. I have one acrylic tank, blades will scratch them and an ordinary scouring pad will as well. There are special pads at the pet store or on Amazon for acrylic tanks. Hopefully Thomas could do an acrylic tank clean up in the future. 🙂
You can use basic bleach to clean ornaments and fake plants. It's not oil based and won't leave residue behind, and it is neutralized with standard aquarium water conditioner :)
never thought jesus would teach me how to clean my aquarium
It's you that Jesus is interested in making clean.
@@mysticalglowtv1796 nice one
You have been schooled my son
@@mysticalglowtv1796 🙌🏻🤣🤣🤣
Jesus INVENTED aquariums! We call them oceans and lakes. He also specializes in cleaning contaminated vessels... might as well learn from the best.
Thomas is entertaining enough that I just watched this whole thing, even though I've been in the hobby 10+ years, lol.
Yes, he certainly is VERY entertaining to watch!😂😂😂
Yea! All my tanks are second hand so thanks for the advice. I didn’t know about the bleach treatment so I’ll be able to sort out the plastic plants from my Mbuna tanks. 👍
I have been in the hobby for 60 years and the only new tank I've ever owned was the first one, which I got as a birthday present when I was a kid. And at one time I had 2-125 gallons, 2-50s, 3-30s, 1-20, 4-15s, 1-10, and various 1 to 5 gallons for quarantine, breeding, hospital, whatever, going at once. That was a lot for me.
This is so informative!! I have three nearly perfect tanks (2 of which have been in storage for about a year) and with my final college fish having passed it’s time for me to get some more fishes!!! Thank you so much for this information! I can’t wait to clean my tanks and set them up for some new beautiful fish!
Thank you this is great! Am setting up a used second hand tank that looks really clean but you never know. Great tips with the cleaning and use of bleach, which is what concerned me. I don’t want to lose my lovely fish! He’s only a goldfish called Bob but I love him to bits and he’s outgrown his old tank. Hoping to get him a new mate once the tank and Bob are settled. 😃
Great tips. I've now realized that I've been reckless with my tank silicone.
16:14 me when I see my ex.
This was the most entertained ive been in my life watching a how too video. You have a gift my friend 🙏🤘
This is such a handy video for anyone interested in setting up a used tank! I know my first tank was given to me :)
This was a pleasure to watch. I will subscribe and share!!! Your love for life is extremely apparent 🍀🐠
I am new to the hobby and just bought my 1st used tank yesterday. Thanks you for the great in depth video you are very entertaining and informative. BTW love the socks!!!
Brian... did you just talk Thomas into cleaning your new tank? ;)
Yep... he certainly did!
Natural Aquaria Brilliant! 🤣🤣🤣
Another great master-your-basics video! I always learn something from you, Thomas, keep 'em coming. "If you film them, we will watch." ;-) Yeah, I really did just do that, haha.
So glad I found the new channel!!!
Man there looks like Julian Marley. May God bless you🦈
You had me at “LETS DO THE FILTER…!!!” 🤣🤣
I wish Thomas had a youtube channel
You are my fish tank hero lol. My son has Autism and he was able to stay in the room and watch the whole video so thank-you for that. His interest is his fish so this is perfect
Dude i love this but ......Wont use an abrasive sponge but Whips out a Hard Bristle Brush 1sec later LMAO ,......The quick second you even thought about it HAHAHAHAHA.... Just was funny that's all my dude you earned my sub
Anybody else thinking of the dwarves from god of war 2018 and ragnarok?😂😂😂😂😂
I got a 27 year old 109 gallon tank for free thank you for the video
Thomas you should check out the tip cleaning brushes in the cake decorating department, I use those to clean my chola wood
Really great tip! Thanks Silly Susy 😃
Excellent demonstration and tips! Doggone thorough, which is super. Thanks so much!
did I miss him bleaching the tank?
Great video. Nice socks!
I ran across this video while looking for something totally different, but pertaining to aquariums. I already know everything in his video, but he's so funny and fun to watch, I watched it all the way through. His son his a cutie! Keep up sharing your knowledge...you have a natural way about you that makes people want to learn from you. Like my 8th grade science teacher, Mr Barnes. I'm 51 years old and I still remember Mr Barnes! Every student he ever had would probly agree. You are a Mr Barnes!!! Teaching is your calling...
First!!! Love your content.
Thank you so much
This video is excellent! I just scored a 90 gallon aquarium (and unfortunately, a trip to urgent care for my husband when the lid bit him - NOT ANYONE’S FAULT!) from a group on facebook. Your reminders on how to clean it are much appreciated.😊
U could probably use pipe cleaners in the tube because pipe cleaners bend. They are also called chenille stems and they have them at dollar tree
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Delightful and very informative video! My 5 year old was just as entertained, and enjoyed the cameo with his kid :)
Thank you!
This was super helpful! Kept getting distracted by how lovely your hair is tho, LOL. Thanks man!
Hahaha no problem!
Thank you for this tutorial. A friend graduated from High School and gave me his setup this past weekend.
I made a video unboxing my new aquarium ruclips.net/video/UaEhD39DKDQ/видео.html
I can't wait to get everything working!
"ew" ....nice
Informative and entertaining. I always get a chuckle with every one. Thank you my friend and keep er going!!
Super helpful, and also funny, thanks so much!
Hi there! Thanks for the video!
I bought a used 280 liters fish tank, with sand, plants and lot of other internal accessories.
I'm going to clean and disinfect the tank and everything before running the tank because I don't know if it was infected or smth.
Do I need to disinfect sand as well or it's better to not use it at all? If so how do I do that?
Hi Thomas, you were the one who got me into the hobby 7 months ago. Your videos are great and informative. Just a quick two questions, can I put wood in that bleach solution? Also what would be the best way to thoroughly clean the gravel after using a syphon. Thanks Thomas, Nathan
I'd avoid putting wood in bleach; would can act like a sponge and absorb anything it's in which can be problematic. For wood a firm bristle brush and peroxide are a great combo.
Natural Aquaria Thanks Thomas !!
Any tips on cleaning inside glass of brand new tank??.....lots of fingerprints and glue residue from the advertisement sticker. I just want to use something fish safe since it's on the inside. Thanks and great channel.
Can I use full strength cleaning vinegar on stubborn lime scale? I have standard vinegar but it doesn’t seem to be cutting it. Somehow it got on the lids of the tank I’m working on
Got a used 20G tank and this is exactly the video I been looking for, just sub for you
I just bought a used 55 gallon drained it and cleaned out very well ect. Been sitting there for 2 weeks now the filter is a 75 gallon. It's wet inside yet. I didn't clean it or anything yet. I'm just wondering what to do about the filter if I should clean it and if so how? Or if I just throw it on and let it do its thing?
10 seconds in or so and already love your style of content! And your shirt.
This is a good video to have in the catalog. My parents have a really old (probably 30+ years old) 180 that they're giving me once I'm in a position to do something with it. I have no idea what shape it's in but this'll be useful once I get to that point
Cool shirt, main reason I stopped here to view, could only see the M.T.S
🙂
Thomas and Brian have gotten me back into the hobby I enjoy watching their channel glad I decided to find them after no more posting on that other channel keep up with the great work you'll have 100000 subscribers in no time
Thank you so much! Do you have any tips on how to clean a heater? I imagine pretty similar to how you've handled everything else but wanted to ask just in case!
If its covered in white lime scale / calcium buildup like the inside of a teapot, you can put it in a shallow container of warm tap water and a few tablespoons of vinegar or citric acid. :)
Exactly the information I needed… thanks!
This was an awesome tutorial, thanks so much!
Check the baby bottle section for the fox tail brush.
will bleaching ornaments remove any nitrates they have soaked up?
Not sure; sounds like a good experiment!
So sad I guess I didn’t get all the bleach out and my betta died :(
These videos are so informative 👌🏾
I use the small brushes that come with silicone straws
This guy is super cool , very helpful
What do you do for dead Nerite snail eggs?
On a really old tank, does there come a point where you cant get calcium/limescale off no matter how much you try?
Just need a stronger acid. I've used muriatic (pool) acid for really stubborn buildup, but it's dangerous stuff to work with so you have to be super careful. Full PPE and it needs to be diluted dramatically. I dont recommend it to your average hobbyist, but it sure does work.
@@NaturalAquaria might just live with a little calcium hahahaahahahhahaha
hahah, good stuff love the humor!
I want that shirt!!!❤️
lol i have the exact same one
Thank you. Just got my first second hand aquarium since I gave up the hobby in 1999🙈 This is so helpful🙏🏼
I’ve been trying for days to clean a secondhand aquarium. Using white vinegar; several different methods. Every time I think it’s gotten clean...it dries and, surprise surprise, the glass is still cloudy. 😩 Any advice?
First time to your channel and I must say... you are so entertaining. Very fun way to learn!! Fantastic video!
I can hear an AMAZING Michael Scott impersonation in your voice! Am I the first to tell you!?!
Can use this chemical to clean carnister filter from another tank??? Fill carnister filter with water and only sponges and keeep it runing with a bucket on table??? How long to keep it runing????
THIS! This is the exact video I needed when I found you guys in the first place! XD
Mission accomplished!!!! 😄
Natural Aquaria Thanks!! It’s good to see the video library growing! :)
Haven't seen u for a very long time. Glad to see u back. New channel, huh? It was very informative. I've tried buying one sided scrubbing sponges at different stores and they all say "not for aquarium use". What's up with that s**t?
PS: Harbor Freight sells lots of special little brushes for extremely low prices! They also have a huge pack of razor blades for much less $ per blade than the dollar store
Fishies make us happy
When you hilariously chose to clean the filter before the tank, I yelled at my screen. Your magnetic personality forced me to watch the filter part without skipping through 😂
OH You are bright side do something for us in Trinidad And Tobago Wesa Indies we are ecological concern
What would the ratio be if I were to use water and vinegar instead of water and bleach? We have a tank that had goldfish in it and they died, think they were sick. And we are ready to clean the tank and get new fish.
How do you wash hand towels? I have many but I keep hearing not use detergent. Do think hot water and vinegar will be ok?
Love the video very informative and down to earth. 👍Liked and Subscribed 😍 can't get over how lush his hair looks 😏
Watching the intro.
Me: YES I BOUGHT A USED TANK, I yelled
We are moving cross country. We have found homes for our fish and now we are using this tutorial to prepare our tank and stuff to pack and move. Any recommendations for drying out the rocks and plants?
I am new to the hobby and I needed to see that filter cleaning. Thank you! I need that shirt and uhm........your socks....I’m gonna need them too....yeah
This video is exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!
What if the silicone has mold on it? How do I clean that off? Or would it be best to cut the silicone off and reseal it?
Thank you! Definitely helped me clean my dirty fish tanks haha
Bro, You ROCK...! Thanks for all the great tips.........
Big Al’s?
Loved the vid, got yet another tank from M.T.S. I have. Love the shirt i need one
Thanks J
can someone please tell me if white wine vinegar will work the same? its all i got at the min
Can you use blades on acrylic tanks?
@Valeria Clinch. I have one acrylic tank, blades will scratch them and an ordinary scouring pad will as well. There are special pads at the pet store or on Amazon for acrylic tanks. Hopefully Thomas could do an acrylic tank clean up in the future. 🙂
Thank you 😊
I'll definitely do an acrylic tank cleanup! As soon as I get an acrylic tank... never owned one. 😬
A few hours of converting tanks to lipless made me a lot less nervous about nicking the silicone with a blade.
Do some more videos with King DIY to get your channel going again!
i hope u do something with that tank after all those things what u do :)))
Always get an adult to help you when using sharp objects.
Keep On Tankin’
You are the most effective i have ever heard accros the board Thank You
can you please tell me a good co2 yeast and sugar for my 55 gallon tank please
Excellent video! Thank you
love your videos. you put fun and comedy into a demanding hobby. thanks for making it fun!
Never use bleach in a fish tank 😅
You can use basic bleach to clean ornaments and fake plants. It's not oil based and won't leave residue behind, and it is neutralized with standard aquarium water conditioner :)
your white vinegar will nuetralize bleach also
Awesome video! Super like 👍🏻
What size of aquarium on video?