My boyfriend is doing a PhD in medical research. He’s so used to watching your videos with me he’s just referred to this video to help him select aquarium silicon in his next experiment. He’s measuring the time it takes human skin cells to grow on different materials and join up with others on a different material and the silicon is going to hold it all together in the solution :) I thought you’d appreciate knowing that your old videos are still relevant and useful, even outwith the hobby :)
Dang Joey, even your old videos are really good information, you are such an asset to the hobby. I am just returning to the hobby after 25 years away and boy have things changed since I last had a wet tank. Thanks for doing what you do!
Easily one of the best videos I have seen of yours to date. When you go to the stores they have not a clue or want to charge us $12 just for silicone. I really wish you would do an in depth video on acrylic aquarium repairs. AKA, seam damage repair or a crack is forming. Thanks for taking the time to share your hobby with the rest of us "fish hoarders".. I mean "collectors"
Filmed this last minute this morning. Sorry if i missed anything. Feel free to add your thoughts here as well. If you haven't got your copy of my book yet, get it today: thekingofdiy.com
what would be best recommended to glue rocks to acrylics Weldon 16 or a superglue? I used just finished making my superglue terraces now I need to figure how to add the rocks :)
once knew someone (me) who resealed a 10 glln with hot glue gun and when I filled it water was spraying out all 4 corners.... funniest thing I've ever seen 😁
sometimes i use black Silicone... i have found that (as you mentioned) as long as it is 100% silicone it works great. Besides i think it looks cooler on frameless aquariums. I did not know about super glue or the silicone gun. I will pick them up next time i go to the hardware store for sure. Thanks as always
super thanks for making this video man. I had been worried about what to seal up my reptile enclosure with when I make my custom builds in just a month. I needed to know what was going to be safe and not get anything sick.
Thanks for this! What would you recommend to glue acrylic to glass? I have a glass tank but want to attach an acrylic rim around the inside to sit my DIY lid on top of it.
Great video. Big picture, would you think silicone be a safer alternative for potable home plumbing solutions as thread sealant, vs PTFE-containing pipe dopes and/or teflon tape?
I have built a full glass tank in about 2-3 days prior to test filling it outside in the grass. I've not found any leaks at all, and it's still housing my 40-50 livebearers. I've also been looking for acrylic tanks, but I'm so bad at glueing things together. For the glass tank I used Rubson aquarium silicone sealant which has a recommended holding power for 300 litres.
God bless you my friend everything out just about learning about the aquarium Hobby from building my own tank to building my own aquarium stand and put it in 3D backgrounds I've learned from you thank you so much for all your time and effort that you put into making your videos once again God bless
once again awesome video joey.. here's my problem.. while I managed to crack my 1" hole for my in-line pump.. my question for you is what can I use to seal the crack and hole..
Thanks for the video I would have never guessed some of those things where safe to use. What is safe to use as a sealer on homemade aquarium decorations?
Hi King of DIY. Thanks for making this video. I learned a lot about different glue types for aquariums. Before I try one of these options could you please give me your suggestion on my project? I need to glue an 8x16 piece of compression foam the the bottom of my glass fish tank. Which of these products do you think would work best. The tank will be used for splash photography, which is why I need the foam to absorb the impact of falling objects.
Hi, First of all you vids are very informative and entertaining which I tend to binge on from time to time... most of the time. My question to you is this. Is there a way to thin out aquarium safe silicone to the consistency and function of rubber cement? I am looking to patch some cracks in my concrete pond and see if thinned out silicone is the way to go.
hi joey great videos. please let me know what you think. your canister bucket filter would it work for a 79 gallon tank that has the bottom drilled? I'm worried about the head pressure. thank you for all thatvyou do!
I am building an Orchidarium from a 40 gallon breeder tank. I need to attach a sheet of lexan (polycarbonate) permanently to one side of the black plastic on the top rim of the aquarium. Would you be able to suggest a material that would connect the two dissimilar plastics? I’m not sure if the black plastic aquarium lip is made from ABS or Styrene? Any help is appreciated. Thanks and great video! :) I guess the adhesive material really doesn’t need to be fish safe because it is just housing plants.
Hi, I’m going to be emptying my acrylic tank and before I refill it I want to reinforce the seals. What would you recommend me using and how would you recommend me do it? Thanks
Dude great video! Always informative. Been using silicone for years for aquarium stuff and really liked hearing your input. I've wondered about that gel light stuff for awhile, thanks for giving me green light to try some stuff too. Hey where do you get glass and acrylic to build with. I need source. Peace.
Helpful! I am trying to make a nice hault out deck for my turtle. and want to basically make a table/shelf-with PVC pipe for legs and some plexi for the platform....suggestions on what would work best for this?
Water Weld putty is fantastic. Sets up in an hour and has like 800 lbs psi, is potable since its for drinking pipes. Used it to anchor a 10lb top heavy piece of driftwood in a vertical position on tile, no sweat.
I’ve got a leak in an acrylic aquarium on the rear bottom seam. Do I have to use weld on 16 to seal it or can I use super glue gel? It’s a super small leak but don’t want it leaking at all or growing for that matter. I’ve also checked the stand and found the previous owner didn’t have a full pad under it which probably caused the separation. I’ve fixed that issue but need to fix the leak.
Sir a big fan of your videos just need help I have 54 length 18 width 18 height aquarium have a metal stand built can u plz tell me what to keep between the glass & plywood normally seen people keeping thermocol in between is it ok & what should be the thickness thanks in advance
I bow to your experience, but did you know that Line 5 on the GE 1 silicone instructions clearly states. " not for use below the water line or in an aquarium!" I just read that AFTER completely resealing my 105 gal tank with GE1...got my fingers crossed. Sorry, I see one of your earlier comments has already pointed this out....still a good vid.
The Blue GE tube Silicone 1 that you show - clearly states not for use below water line and aquariums - how has it fared in your - any thoughts on why its labeled not for aquariums
Hi, I have recently purchased some miniature bricks made from baked porcelain and was thinking of building something for my tank with it. Can you please recommend a mortar which is aquarium safe. Thanks
Hello. We are new to fish keeping. Been many many years since I've kept any fish. We are keepers of a beautiful male betta since the first of the year basically. I've been dealing with trying to find the right cave for him. They're always a little sharp in areas. If I sand those areas down. Is there some type of sealer that I could coat the decoration with afterwards to make sure it's still safe to go in his tank?
Thanks Joey I've been using jell superglue for a while now and have thought about the ultraviolet one but didn't know if it was safe, now I do thank you.
Hi do you happen to know how to install a glass / lexan window with a fiberglass tank? what adhesive should I use that would stick with fiberglass at the same time aquarium safe /Food Grade?
I wanna have a 3D background made of cement, but it'd be for shrimps. Would this be a bad idea? I believe cement would raise the tds which would affect the molting process of shrimps, but I'm not sure if this is true?
I’m reading mixed reviews about GE-1 100% silicone. I’m looking into starting to build my own tanks now, and want to be sure the GE-1 is safe. I also want to be sure I can build bigger tanks with it 100G and above without compromising strength.
Hey Joey, I have a 265ltr tank with those fake foam rocks as a background that I siliconed in when I first bought the tank. Any advise on getting rid of the background as it will be a huge mess!
I just got a 55 g. Looks like the lady never cleaned it and when I went to clean the silicone started to disintegrate. I’ve resealed before but how long should I wait on a 55 g? Loves your videos!!
I have an already set up vivarium that I want to add on to. The walls are too bare and I want to add cork bark. But I need something that dries quickly. Will hot glue work do the job? If not, idk what im going to do.
Is it really okay to fill an aquarium below 30 gallons after 24 hours? i just finished building my 15 gallon leader tank yesterday and i get imlatient since it's a main tank size i use and one of my mollies already died because i just put them in a tub. i really want it to work however some people says it takes a week for silicone to fully cure with max strength and some says it's a day per glass mm. i really need advice. thank you!
If you read the fine print on the label of silicon, It will either say "not for aquarium use" or "safe for aquarium use" If it doesn't say, I would assume that it is not safe.
Hello Joey. I like watching your videos and since you know a lot about aquarium DIY projects I figured I would ask you about something that I want to do and get your suggestions. I have a piece of wood that I want to seal with something that is clear so I can put it in the aquarium and it won't decay. But whatever I use would have to be safe and not chip, peel, or leech anything into the water. It would also need to be inert and be able for plants to hold onto. Also, I would like it to be heavy enough to overcome the natural buoyancy of the wood. I was thinking either a clear epoxy spray paint (if there is such a thing) or PlastiDip Clear or something like that. What are your recommendations?
I'm not Joey, but I can answer you question. For what you want to do, there is nothing that will seal the wood and still allow plants to attach, and nothing heavy enough to overcome the natural buoyancy of the wood. The sealer will seal the pores of the wood that the roots need to attach, so they can't. And since the wood is sealed, it won't be absorbing water. It will always remain lighter than water no matter what you coat it with. But otherwise, coat it with Envirotex lite or a similiar "Other" brand of clear 2 part pour on epoxy. I've used it to seal plywood aquariums. It works great and is strong.
@@ViewThis. View This for the buoyancy issue would it help to soak the wood first to water log it and JB Weld ClearWeld quick setting epoxy coat over it or would the water in the waterlogged wood prevent the epoxy from bonding to the wood? Would the roots not be able to attach to the epoxy coat like they do to rocks if you use plants like anubias or java moss or java fern?
@@thomasashe2681 You are correct...It wouldn't work to waterlog the wood first. It would just prevent ANYTHING from bonding to it. And it's just my opinion, but I don't think the roots would grow on such a surface -- only the natural stuff
Hey Joey - JB WaterWeld putty can be used with potable water, but what are your thoughts on Marine Weld 2 part? Have you worked with it before? I emailed JB and they said that MarineWeld is non-toxic when fully cured.... Do you think it's safe to use on a submerged project?
While at Home Depot, I was reading the tubes and the GE brand and others read that they were not for underwater use. In the glue aisle, Loctite makes a clear silicone that is labeled for aquarium use on the front of the package.
Any experience with fabric glues? Heard they are washable, curious if they will hold up submerged for a long time though, also whether they are safe? (Wilk only use for bonding plants, not really stones hehe)
What do you recommend to bond High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS).....the stuff aquarium frames are made of? I have a crack on the center brace of my 75 gallon. I have a sheet of HIPS that I am cutting to size. I hope by bonding these plastics together the brace won't eventually break. I don't want to replace the frame.
Paul Ross i had my center brace break on my 55, i used a piece of wood, with two ends screwed onto each side, to make a clamp/brace. Would not do any other way.
Hey Joey, the back acrylic panel containing the sump portion of my all-in-one aquarium broke loose at the seam. Is there any way to repair this without having to take down the whole tank? Do you think I could successfully reseal the panel with a hot glue gun? the detached portion of the seam is about 6 inches long.
Hi would like to ask as I am using epoxy to try to fix my cracked alcyric fish breeder case, and i saw your video after that. So i wonder would it be alright after 24 hours dry up, to put in shrimp or fishes thanks
"For painting a PVC piece that's going to be submerged you can use any spray paint that's advertised as suitable for plastics. After bonding with the surface, they become completely inert. Many brands such as Valspar, Krylon, Rust-Oleum, and others, offer those."
Have you ever tried flex shot. I just made 3 dividers in a 30 gal and used flex shot to seal them in. It says aquarium safe. Just wondering your thoughts on it.
your studio lighting is so nice. love the wall color. I think chloroform is really dangerous because it has a dull smell to it. 99.99% acetone works just as well and it gives off a more alarming scent. not to mention you can get it just about at any nail salon for free.
hi Joey I was wondering what your recommendation would be to bond acrylic to glass. I want to turn my glass tank into an all in one and I don't want to go all the way down to the bottom. mostly because my arm won't reach the bottom even if I go out 4 inches and also because I don't want to give up to much room for the fish. p.s. I don't know if it matters but it is a saltwater tank.
excellent video Joey I would love to see you use that last product you purchased in some sort of aquarium build keep the vid s coming because I'm in to DIY builds and I think I'm going to purchase your book I think it will be good to have around the house
Sorry to resurrect but would you still recommend GE silicone one to rebuild a 72 gallon (48x20x18)? I’ve heard I should go to RTV but finding reliable info on whether it’s safe for my fish is another story. Too many brands.
hey bro .....m making an aquarium height 6 feet length 10 feet and broad 8 feet ....but unfortunately my all effort got failed glass joint does not working ....silicone , UV glue and araldite all fail ....have u any suggestion for the best out of best adhesive for glass to glass
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My boyfriend is doing a PhD in medical research. He’s so used to watching your videos with me he’s just referred to this video to help him select aquarium silicon in his next experiment.
He’s measuring the time it takes human skin cells to grow on different materials and join up with others on a different material and the silicon is going to hold it all together in the solution :)
I thought you’d appreciate knowing that your old videos are still relevant and useful, even outwith the hobby :)
Man i can't believe i just watched video about glue that was actually very entertaining
Neither can I , but it was good 🙂👍
😂😂😂😂
Exactly what I needed right...
Dang Joey, even your old videos are really good information, you are such an asset to the hobby.
I am just returning to the hobby after 25 years away and boy have things changed since I last had a wet tank.
Thanks for doing what you do!
Timestamps
0:12 Silicones
3:08 Cements
5:11 Super Glue
5:55 Hot Glue
6:42 Bondic
7:49 Outro
Thank you so much
I dont know why i dont just go to your channel before i bother googling something. This is why you really are the King
Easily one of the best videos I have seen of yours to date. When you go to the stores they have not a clue or want to charge us $12 just for silicone. I really wish you would do an in depth video on acrylic aquarium repairs. AKA, seam damage repair or a crack is forming. Thanks for taking the time to share your hobby with the rest of us "fish hoarders".. I mean "collectors"
I’ve came back to this video for the last 3 years.
now I’m showing my kids your videos
One kids very interested
Thank you 🙏
This is really helping my dad bc he needed to find the right silicone to reseal his fish tank for his sister thank you :>
Filmed this last minute this morning. Sorry if i missed anything. Feel free to add your thoughts here as well.
If you haven't got your copy of my book yet, get it today: thekingofdiy.com
You forgot cements can you please do a part two im gonna do a amazon theme for my tank thank you
+Savian Laboy I didnt forget anything. Cements start at 3:08 in the video
+Dylan Hodges just use GE1 instead better than glue and is safe for aquariums.
+joshua burgos but glue is also safe once dry just wait for it to dry no matter the brand.
what would be best recommended to glue rocks to acrylics Weldon 16 or a superglue? I used just finished making my superglue terraces now I need to figure how to add the rocks :)
These videos are classic you can always go back and learn from Joey's old content
once knew someone (me) who resealed a 10 glln with hot glue gun and when I filled it water was spraying out all 4 corners.... funniest thing I've ever seen 😁
I'm glad I wasnt the only one 😂
lol same 🤣
I throw my shoe across my room and I had a 30gl tank it hit the corner and bursted I wus pissed trying to save the fish lol
@@JasonFolk07 Damn, how hard did you throw the shoe? Was it a steel-toed boot?
@@thomasashe2681 not hard but I guess hard enough to bust the front and have my room get flooded aha :(
im not sure if you said it or not but, silicone doesn't bond to already dryed/cured silicone. need to razor off the old and reapply
Icey McNasty
Thanks for the information.
Important point, but he definitely said it. Or was that in another of his tank revealing videos? He's usually VERY thorough, though.
For those watching from Germany: Methylenchlorid can also be found under the name of "Dichlormethan". It costs like 4-5 bucks for 100 ml.
sometimes i use black Silicone... i have found that (as you mentioned) as long as it is 100% silicone it works great. Besides i think it looks cooler on frameless aquariums. I did not know about super glue or the silicone gun. I will pick them up next time i go to the hardware store for sure. Thanks as always
Love all ur videos have been been watching for a past week trying to rebuild my aquarium
super thanks for making this video man. I had been worried about what to seal up my reptile enclosure with when I make my custom builds in just a month. I needed to know what was going to be safe and not get anything sick.
never mind it seems they added something for mold resistance in their silicon 1
It’s crazy to think he used to be a fighting rough tough guy in trouble with the law and stuff. Inspiring turnaround
What do you think of JB weld original?.... It's super strong...
Thanks for this! What would you recommend to glue acrylic to glass? I have a glass tank but want to attach an acrylic rim around the inside to sit my DIY lid on top of it.
Great video. Big picture, would you think silicone be a safer alternative for potable home plumbing solutions as thread sealant, vs PTFE-containing pipe dopes and/or teflon tape?
Which glue is best for sticking (underwater) my LED air bubble strip to the backside of my tank? Thanks
I have built a full glass tank in about 2-3 days prior to test filling it outside in the grass.
I've not found any leaks at all, and it's still housing my 40-50 livebearers.
I've also been looking for acrylic tanks, but I'm so bad at glueing things together.
For the glass tank I used Rubson aquarium silicone sealant which has a recommended holding power for 300 litres.
God bless you my friend everything out just about learning about the aquarium Hobby from building my own tank to building my own aquarium stand and put it in 3D backgrounds I've learned from you thank you so much for all your time and effort that you put into making your videos once again God bless
THANK YOU!! You answered so many of my questions. I look forward to watching more of your videos. :)
once again awesome video joey.. here's my problem.. while I managed to crack my 1" hole for my in-line pump.. my question for you is what can I use to seal the crack and hole..
Thanks for the video I would have never guessed some of those things where safe to use. What is safe to use as a sealer on homemade aquarium decorations?
FINALLY the video I’ve been searching for
Hi King of DIY. Thanks for making this video. I learned a lot about different glue types for aquariums. Before I try one of these options could you please give me your suggestion on my project? I need to glue an 8x16 piece of compression foam the the bottom of my glass fish tank. Which of these products do you think would work best. The tank will be used for splash photography, which is why I need the foam to absorb the impact of falling objects.
Hi, First of all you vids are very informative and entertaining which I tend to binge on from time to time... most of the time. My question to you is this. Is there a way to thin out aquarium safe silicone to the consistency and function of rubber cement? I am looking to patch some cracks in my concrete pond and see if thinned out silicone is the way to go.
hi joey great videos. please let me know what you think. your canister bucket filter would it work for a 79 gallon tank that has the bottom drilled? I'm worried about the head pressure. thank you for all thatvyou do!
Great video thanks for going over all the glues always a big discussion
Thank You so much for this Tutorial! It is very helpful. ❤
I am building an Orchidarium from a 40 gallon breeder tank. I need to attach a sheet of lexan (polycarbonate) permanently to one side of the black plastic on the top rim of the aquarium. Would you be able to suggest a material that would connect the two dissimilar plastics? I’m not sure if the black plastic aquarium lip is made from ABS or Styrene? Any help is appreciated. Thanks and great video! :) I guess the adhesive material really doesn’t need to be fish safe because it is just housing plants.
Hi, I’m going to be emptying my acrylic tank and before I refill it I want to reinforce the seals. What would you recommend me using and how would you recommend me do it? Thanks
Dude great video! Always informative. Been using silicone for years for aquarium stuff and really liked hearing your input. I've wondered about that gel light stuff for awhile, thanks for giving me green light to try some stuff too. Hey where do you get glass and acrylic to build with. I need source. Peace.
Great video. Are there any adhesives to bond glass to acrylic?
Hi Joey i'm from Portugal and i use Quilosa Neutra, been using it for 3 years now and not a single problem. and just cost 3.99€
Helpful! I am trying to make a nice hault out deck for my turtle. and want to basically make a table/shelf-with PVC pipe for legs and some plexi for the platform....suggestions on what would work best for this?
Great video!! Perhaps one of the most FAQ in my local group!!!
you are the king of build things. got a like it for me.
great info!! what glue is for sticking lava rock together?
Wow wonderful video on silicone!! So informative
Even Iam second, .... Sorry it's the same of first one. Excellent video King as always.. You are the best, keep it up.
Thank you soo much for this video i was searching to look for a good silicone to build a outdoor feeder breeding tank
lets get a diy handbook v.2 😍 with all the updates. its been alot of videos since 1.0 has come out
Thanks for the video so what is best glue to glue rock to plastic and the item will be submerge all the time.
Water Weld putty is fantastic. Sets up in an hour and has like 800 lbs psi, is potable since its for drinking pipes. Used it to anchor a 10lb top heavy piece of driftwood in a vertical position on tile, no sweat.
+SlickChick
My thoughts exactly. "The King of DIY" did this video a real disservice by not mentioning any JB Weld products.
I’ve got a leak in an acrylic aquarium on the rear bottom seam. Do I have to use weld on 16 to seal it or can I use super glue gel? It’s a super small leak but don’t want it leaking at all or growing for that matter. I’ve also checked the stand and found the previous owner didn’t have a full pad under it which probably caused the separation. I’ve fixed that issue but need to fix the leak.
Joey, have you any experience with black silicone? Is there a difference in dry time? adhesion?
Sir a big fan of your videos just need help I have 54 length 18 width 18 height aquarium have a metal stand built can u plz tell me what to keep between the glass & plywood normally seen people keeping thermocol in between is it ok & what should be the thickness thanks in advance
I bow to your experience, but did you know that Line 5 on the GE 1 silicone instructions clearly states. " not for use below the water line or in an aquarium!" I just read that AFTER completely resealing my 105 gal tank with GE1...got my fingers crossed. Sorry, I see one of your earlier comments has already pointed this out....still a good vid.
The Blue GE tube Silicone 1 that you show - clearly states not for use below water line and aquariums - how has it fared in your - any thoughts on why its labeled not for aquariums
Hi,
I have recently purchased some miniature bricks made from baked porcelain and was thinking of building something for my tank with it. Can you please recommend a mortar which is aquarium safe.
Thanks
This is such a helpful video! Thank you!
I had no idea glue gun is aquarium safe! I have one for my crafts & was just about to put together some driftwood & Anubias for a tank! thank you
Hello. We are new to fish keeping. Been many many years since I've kept any fish. We are keepers of a beautiful male betta since the first of the year basically. I've been dealing with trying to find the right cave for him. They're always a little sharp in areas. If I sand those areas down. Is there some type of sealer that I could coat the decoration with afterwards to make sure it's still safe to go in his tank?
Thanks Joey I've been using jell superglue for a while now and have thought about the ultraviolet one but didn't know if it was safe, now I do thank you.
+Debbie Arthur you're welcome
+The king of DIY do u Ship your 'do it yourself handbook' to India? bcz I really Need One.
+Maaz Khan
You could get the eBook version if the hard copy isn't available.
Hi do you happen to know how to install a glass / lexan window with a fiberglass tank? what adhesive should I use that would stick with fiberglass at the same time aquarium safe /Food Grade?
Does this silicone needs hardner or it's not necessary ?
If not then why hardner + silicone both two compound use in plastic molding process ??
Are these silicones good for any size tank? Or is there something you use for larger tanks?
Another Great video Joey. thanks and keep them coming
+Rick Jarvis Thanks! will do
I wanna have a 3D background made of cement, but it'd be for shrimps. Would this be a bad idea? I believe cement would raise the tds which would affect the molting process of shrimps, but I'm not sure if this is true?
I’m reading mixed reviews about GE-1 100% silicone. I’m looking into starting to build my own tanks now, and want to be sure the GE-1 is safe. I also want to be sure I can build bigger tanks with it 100G and above without compromising strength.
Hey Joey, I have a 265ltr tank with those fake foam rocks as a background that I siliconed in when I first bought the tank. Any advise on getting rid of the background as it will be a huge mess!
Awesome! Thank you very much. And you fish is soooo beautiful!!
I just got a 55 g. Looks like the lady never cleaned it and when I went to clean the silicone started to disintegrate. I’ve resealed before but how long should I wait on a 55 g? Loves your videos!!
I have an already set up vivarium that I want to add on to. The walls are too bare and I want to add cork bark. But I need something that dries quickly. Will hot glue work do the job? If not, idk what im going to do.
Have you had any luck with 2 part epoxy? Love your watching your videos,
Mike
Is it really okay to fill an aquarium below 30 gallons after 24 hours? i just finished building my 15 gallon leader tank yesterday and i get imlatient since it's a main tank size i use and one of my mollies already died because i just put them in a tub.
i really want it to work however some people says it takes a week for silicone to fully cure with max strength and some says it's a day per glass mm. i really need advice. thank you!
If you read the fine print on the label of silicon, It will either say "not for aquarium use" or "safe for aquarium use" If it doesn't say, I would assume that it is not safe.
Hello Joey. I like watching your videos and since you know a lot about aquarium DIY projects I figured I would ask you about something that I want to do and get your suggestions. I have a piece of wood that I want to seal with something that is clear so I can put it in the aquarium and it won't decay. But whatever I use would have to be safe and not chip, peel, or leech anything into the water. It would also need to be inert and be able for plants to hold onto. Also, I would like it to be heavy enough to overcome the natural buoyancy of the wood. I was thinking either a clear epoxy spray paint (if there is such a thing) or PlastiDip Clear or something like that. What are your recommendations?
I'm not Joey, but I can answer you question. For what you want to do, there is nothing that will seal the wood and still allow plants to attach, and nothing heavy enough to overcome the natural buoyancy of the wood. The sealer will seal the pores of the wood that the roots need to attach, so they can't. And since the wood is sealed, it won't be absorbing water. It will always remain lighter than water no matter what you coat it with. But otherwise, coat it with Envirotex lite or a similiar "Other" brand of clear 2 part pour on epoxy. I've used it to seal plywood aquariums. It works great and is strong.
@@ViewThis. View This for the buoyancy issue would it help to soak the wood first to water log it and JB Weld ClearWeld quick setting epoxy coat over it or would the water in the waterlogged wood prevent the epoxy from bonding to the wood? Would the roots not be able to attach to the epoxy coat like they do to rocks if you use plants like anubias or java moss or java fern?
@@thomasashe2681 You are correct...It wouldn't work to waterlog the wood first. It would just prevent ANYTHING from bonding to it. And it's just my opinion, but I don't think the roots would grow on such a surface -- only the natural stuff
This Video just saved my tank! I would give you a huge bear hug!!!
Hey Joey - JB WaterWeld putty can be used with potable water, but what are your thoughts on Marine Weld 2 part? Have you worked with it before? I emailed JB and they said that MarineWeld is non-toxic when fully cured.... Do you think it's safe to use on a submerged project?
While at Home Depot, I was reading the tubes and the GE brand and others read that they were not for underwater use. In the glue aisle, Loctite makes a clear silicone that is labeled for aquarium use on the front of the package.
Consider he's been using the same silicone for years.
Any experience with fabric glues? Heard they are washable, curious if they will hold up submerged for a long time though, also whether they are safe?
(Wilk only use for bonding plants, not really stones hehe)
What do you recommend to bond High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS).....the stuff aquarium frames are made of?
I have a crack on the center brace of my 75 gallon.
I have a sheet of HIPS that I am cutting to size.
I hope by bonding these plastics together the brace won't eventually break.
I don't want to replace the frame.
Paul Ross i had my center brace break on my 55, i used a piece of wood, with two ends screwed onto each side, to make a clamp/brace. Would not do any other way.
thank you so much for all your videos man you are the best
Hey Joey, the back acrylic panel containing the sump portion of my all-in-one aquarium broke loose at the seam. Is there any way to repair this without having to take down the whole tank? Do you think I could successfully reseal the panel with a hot glue gun? the detached portion of the seam is about 6 inches long.
Hi would like to ask as I am using epoxy to try to fix my cracked alcyric fish breeder case, and i saw your video after that. So i wonder would it be alright after 24 hours dry up, to put in shrimp or fishes thanks
Very informative,thanks bro.
Perfect 👍 thanks for the video 🙂
Hey Joey will that last product (bondic) bond plexiglass to glass? If not what would the best product be to do this?
does "Great stuff" work and safe in the aquarium? Thinking about making a background in a 29 gallon tank.
Recommend any aquarium safe paint? Wanting to paint the pvc that I’m using to build a filtration system
"For painting a PVC piece that's going to be submerged you can use any spray paint that's advertised as suitable for plastics. After bonding with the surface, they become completely inert. Many brands such as Valspar, Krylon, Rust-Oleum, and others, offer those."
Have you ever tried flex shot. I just made 3 dividers in a 30 gal and used flex shot to seal them in. It says aquarium safe. Just wondering your thoughts on it.
Will bondique work on a aio glass tank with acrylic baffles and fuge wall? Also abs sheets silicones to glass stronger seal vs acrylic to glass?
if i were building an acrylic sump would i be ok to use silicone for the chamber pieces or does it have to be acrylic cement?
Are you sure about that GE silicone 1?
The back fine print says "not for use below the water line or in aquariums"
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yes!! fine print says "not for use below the water line or in aquariums"
Yes almost all will say that. It’s only to cover their butts
your studio lighting is so nice. love the wall color. I think chloroform is really dangerous because it has a dull smell to it. 99.99% acetone works just as well and it gives off a more alarming scent. not to mention you can get it just about at any nail salon for free.
What do you think of direct injection silicone when building a fish tank?
hi Joey I was wondering what your recommendation would be to bond acrylic to glass. I want to turn my glass tank into an all in one and I don't want to go all the way down to the bottom. mostly because my arm won't reach the bottom even if I go out 4 inches and also because I don't want to give up to much room for the fish.
p.s. I don't know if it matters but it is a saltwater tank.
thanks. gonna be building some custom 5 gal beta tanks for friends & family, and then maybe for resale after I perfect my craft.
I swear I was looking today to buy one for my new sump... I am the first to comment finally :)
Love the videos would like to hear more abt that last one thanks
excellent video Joey I would love to see you use that last product you purchased in some sort of aquarium build keep the vid s coming because I'm in to DIY builds and I think I'm going to purchase your book I think it will be good to have around the house
Joe can I use bondic to fill chipped glass/fill gaps or shall i be using uv resin
thanks
Sorry to resurrect but would you still recommend GE silicone one to rebuild a 72 gallon (48x20x18)? I’ve heard I should go to RTV but finding reliable info on whether it’s safe for my fish is another story. Too many brands.
Glass is 3/8”
That was great! Usefull info!
So I can use regular gel super glue to glue broken decorations back together??
hey bro .....m making an aquarium height 6 feet length 10 feet and broad 8 feet ....but unfortunately my all effort got failed glass joint does not working ....silicone , UV glue and araldite all fail ....have u any suggestion for the best out of best adhesive for glass to glass