Easy DIY Plywood Reptile Enclosures

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  • Опубликовано: 22 ноя 2024

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  • @SerpaDesign
    @SerpaDesign  3 года назад +221

    They're finally done! I'm so excited to have these vivariums built and I CAN'T WAIT to get started on the 600! I already have most of the materials needed and should be starting any day now. Stay tuned for that build and give the video a like to help support the creation of content like this. If you have any comments about the build, let me know and I'll do my best to respond. Have a great weekend!

  • @gnehsse
    @gnehsse 2 года назад +36

    If these DIY enclosures are "easy", I can't imagine what "hard" looks like.
    You are very talented!

  • @eva-louisekhalil9639
    @eva-louisekhalil9639 3 года назад +380

    Finally a “tank big enough for a beta”. In all seriousness, this vivarium looks amazing! Can’t wait to see how it develops over time.

    • @Arguvandal
      @Arguvandal 3 года назад +42

      Might be a little cramped, but it's doable for 1 male Betta.

    • @johngrisham3784
      @johngrisham3784 3 года назад +8

      @@Arguvandal no no no that's animal abuse!

    • @haar637
      @haar637 3 года назад +5

      Only the bottom area can be filled with water, which is around 20 gallons. But i don't think that's the purpose of this Vivarium 😂

    • @johngrisham3784
      @johngrisham3784 3 года назад +20

      @@haar637 Its a joke about the people who are never satisfied with how big your beta tank is.

    • @wrightblan1501
      @wrightblan1501 3 года назад +3

      I’m pretty sure the 13 Amendment bars keeping betas like this.

  • @brandonsaquariumsandterrar8985
    @brandonsaquariumsandterrar8985 3 года назад +313

    In the thumbnail, I'm amazed how Tanner was able to round up his 3 brothers for a picture

    • @ChauNyan
      @ChauNyan 3 года назад +14

      The weak should fear the strong

    • @sxcgremlinkyo119
      @sxcgremlinkyo119 3 года назад +18

      He is the most powerful of the four brothers

    • @Faesharlyn
      @Faesharlyn 3 года назад +14

      They're not his brothers, they're his clones. How else do you explain the sheer amount of work "one man" gets done in a week?

    • @ChauNyan
      @ChauNyan 3 года назад +11

      @@Faesharlyn nice try, Tanner favorited the comment, so based on canon, they are his brothers

    • @foxxiangel6384
      @foxxiangel6384 3 года назад

      same lmfao. took me a second

  • @eleventyfour227
    @eleventyfour227 3 года назад +313

    "You're not supposed to cut into the wood for these hinges but I did anyway"
    Tanner you madlad

  • @gardengirl5330
    @gardengirl5330 3 года назад +82

    I really appreciated your taking the time to make the Pros/Cons lists for the sealants!

  • @kyleferber1519
    @kyleferber1519 3 года назад +177

    Dude, obviously you have proven yourself to ba an amazing artist!, but I do not think you get near enough credit for what a great carpenter you are, those were some tricky cuts and measurements, and you nailed it!! (No pun intended)

    • @SerpaDesign
      @SerpaDesign  3 года назад +15

      Haha thanks! I think I'm proficient in carpentry, but there's certainly a lot to improve on.

    • @VSci_
      @VSci_ 3 года назад +1

      @matt james countersink 🙂. I think he did a great job

  • @thefishylife6823
    @thefishylife6823 3 года назад +3

    You left out the really good tip, which is make sure whatever size enclosure you make ,the dimensions fit thru your door...lol I totally built a stand and didn't think about the doors width so I had to modify!! As always tanner great video and your craftsmanship never gets old you are gifted!!!

  • @andreholmes3949
    @andreholmes3949 3 года назад +49

    It’s a sad day when you’re up before the serpa upload so you’ve got to wait for that notification 😂

    • @alisonmaczka7359
      @alisonmaczka7359 3 года назад +3

      Its a worse day when you are working and have to wait for forever until you watch

    • @Lazy_Fish_Keeper
      @Lazy_Fish_Keeper 3 года назад

      @@alisonmaczka7359 😔

  • @AntScapes1
    @AntScapes1 3 года назад +124

    Tanner: okay so today I’m going to be scaping the Amazon, this isn’t my usual but let’s get started!
    Also Tanner: Okay so today I’m going to be scaping a Petri dish
    I love how diverse your channel is, and the builds/designs you come up with man! Keep it up ❤️

  • @mikepatterson9351
    @mikepatterson9351 2 года назад +10

    Tanner, my son and I just finished building our 4 x 2 x 2 based off your design in this video. It turned out really great. Will be building the smaller ones to stack on top. Great work in your videos and builds. Much inspiration!

  • @imin2461
    @imin2461 3 года назад +103

    This is cruel, that vivarium is obviously too small for a human, you need atleast an entire city for a human

    • @SerpaDesign
      @SerpaDesign  3 года назад +28

      Lol! Some would argue that a city is not big enough 😉

    • @kingghidorah5213
      @kingghidorah5213 Год назад +15

      ​@@SerpaDesigncities are not Appropriate for humans because there is way to much cohabitation

    • @skinnyslims5327
      @skinnyslims5327 Год назад +10

      What is this? A school for ants?

    • @imin2461
      @imin2461 Год назад

      @@skinnyslims5327 tq for this reply lol, i forgot how much i miss looking at Serpa's videos

  • @Pawpawlogan
    @Pawpawlogan 3 года назад +14

    Good warning about making the racks or structures a bit smaller than the room. I did the same thing for my fish racks and only barely got it into the garage. Great work. And that big boy tank is a great chameleon habitat.

    • @DraconisMarchVII
      @DraconisMarchVII Год назад

      No it's not, as it doesn't have much ventilation.

  • @squidarcherb9707
    @squidarcherb9707 3 года назад +20

    I would love an animal room update! We haven’t got one in a while and seeing the room with the new tanks would be awesome!

    • @SerpaDesign
      @SerpaDesign  3 года назад +8

      Doing one at some point in the near future. I think keeping it to one a year makes the most sense.

  • @1bulak
    @1bulak 3 года назад +1

    not joking, i think you have a great opportunity here to start a business! your knowledge of making successful enclosures and your craftsmanship, you could make little starter kits or even just specialize in designing long term enclosures for clients. Not to mention your social media presence, i think it would be a hit!

  • @SueofthePhoenixGate
    @SueofthePhoenixGate Месяц назад

    Holy crap, you make all this wood work look like it's nothing. Amazing job!

  • @annas9016
    @annas9016 Год назад +2

    Absolutely fabulous. I am considering getting a Chinese water dragon and/or a Vietnamese blue beauty rat snake and I want them to live in luxury, but I can't really afford to buy an enormous enclosure on top of all the other expenses. I'm not great at building things but this build (especially since I don't have any qualms about cutting corners in the aesthetic department) seems really doable. Thank you.

  • @amandaconnell4077
    @amandaconnell4077 2 года назад

    I didn’t think about framing my glass doors! I think that will make my piece a little more cohesive. Thanks for the info!!

  • @kymberlysteiger8125
    @kymberlysteiger8125 3 года назад

    You have a spectacular gift and those are truly a work of art! My dad used to make all my animal enclosures, I really miss him! He came in at a close second to you, and that’s saying something because he was an exceptional artist!

  • @newhampshireoutdoornetwork9505
    @newhampshireoutdoornetwork9505 Год назад +1

    This was by far one of the best reptile DIY enclosure videos I've seen thank you for all the information I'll definitely be building my own enclosure soon

  • @RvP10s
    @RvP10s 3 года назад

    Wow, the level of planning, camera work and detail that went into this tutorial is surely unparalleled on a build like this. Amazing video

  • @mattapalmer7
    @mattapalmer7 2 года назад

    just wanna add ive definitely watched this multiple times while planning for enclosure upgrades, thanks tanner, best

  • @rachelmarie8011
    @rachelmarie8011 3 года назад

    You're a carpenter as well! Your attention to detail is so impressive!

  • @quintengrimm1906
    @quintengrimm1906 3 года назад +3

    Love how much detail you always include and still make it look so easy. Thanks for including us on your builds!! Your videos are always such quality on top of the amazing projects you do

  • @TormentedEnd
    @TormentedEnd Год назад

    you just gave me all the motivation to do a ply wood enclosure for my 2 leopard gekos. idk what size cause i want them to have all the room in the world but i also dont want to get in over my head. im thinking like a 4 ft by 2 foot on a shelf. with day/night timers (with moon light so i can observe them at night), and a 2-3 minute daily mister for the plants and insects i have living with them.

  • @kaitlynn1402
    @kaitlynn1402 3 года назад +8

    Enjoyed that as always. Had my cursor on the screen while he was stapling on the trim board, realized it was in the way of the stapler...moved the cursor out of the way so he could staple. I'm weird.

    • @gardeninginthedesert
      @gardeninginthedesert 3 года назад

      Not weird. Caring. 💚

    • @vituperation
      @vituperation 3 года назад +3

      It's a good thing you did, otherwise your cursor would have been stuck.

  • @arkhamasylum7088
    @arkhamasylum7088 3 года назад

    That was super interesting.
    I didnt realize how labor intensive it is to do it properly.
    Thanks for sharing.

  • @ConnorLongDVM
    @ConnorLongDVM 3 года назад

    Thanks for making these videos - your woodworking tutorials inspired me to finally get a table saw with the plan to start making enclosures from scratch. I intend to start as soon as I am convinced I can do so without losing any fingers.

  • @hectorbb4225
    @hectorbb4225 3 года назад

    I started following you a year ago because of the awesome terrariums you make. But for some reason I enjoy this building videos a lot more. Love to see some tutorials of all the other projects you have keep in mind.

  • @screamfortress2811
    @screamfortress2811 3 года назад +19

    Finally, he built a tank for himself!

  • @sasquatchnheat4920
    @sasquatchnheat4920 3 года назад

    Amazing enclosures and craftsmanship. I am close to finishing an 800+ gallon enclosure for my Reticulated python.
    I sealed the interior with pond armor and I am about to finishing carving the foam for the rock background and start sealing it with grout.

  • @alwaysanovice
    @alwaysanovice 2 года назад

    As a craftsman of a high degree, I say Thank You. Your videos are always very well explained and represented. Best of success with the new digs! Love ya! Mean it@
    Coop.

  • @biscuitEMT
    @biscuitEMT 3 года назад +1

    Brilliant and inspiring as always. Even though I work with totally different materials I always feel inspired to go organize my mini shop after watching your builds!

  • @finley6161
    @finley6161 3 года назад +9

    Finally! Been so looking forward to this video :)

  • @jmarshal
    @jmarshal 3 года назад +1

    I always learn so much from your videos. You’re so meticulous and skilled and have so much knowledge and experience. Thank you for sharing with us!

  • @jeanettemayer646
    @jeanettemayer646 3 года назад +1

    i really like the comparisons you between liquid rubber and pool epoxy, the pros & cons !!

  • @TheRareRaptor
    @TheRareRaptor 3 года назад

    that giant tank would be great for medium-large arboreal animals, like a boa constrictor! a boa would LOVE that climbing space.

  • @jamirparham661
    @jamirparham661 3 года назад

    One of the best projects that I've seen you build

  • @desibellon3907
    @desibellon3907 Год назад

    I need to bite the bullet & attempt my first build like this, it's the waterproofing that worries me. But im so sick on not being able to find the exact size enclosures I want. As always thanks for sharing your knowledge! ❤

  • @AnneAndersonFoxiepaws
    @AnneAndersonFoxiepaws Год назад

    I really love this look, it reminds me of the cupboards in the old, school biology classrooms which had the same glass and the drawers and cupboards with the same doorknobs and stain as you have used. It's a very old school science exhibit feel and I really love it, it's got that apothecary vibe too which is a similar look. ( When I say old school referring to my old school I am not joking as I am 65 and the school I am thinking of was a Victorian building and probably hadn't changed too much since it was built!). Also, I love that you used reclaimed materials! Love it, in fact I love it so much I may just use the idea for other cupboards in my house!

  • @devsie11915
    @devsie11915 2 года назад

    Lol, “easy” build. Maybe for you! You’re a genius in this stuff. These enclosures are beautiful. Soon as I get a house, I’m building some massive vivs for my boas

  • @vituperation
    @vituperation 3 года назад +1

    This is incredibly detailed and thorough! I'm sure I'll be using this as a guide for years. Thank you.

  • @thugshaker4
    @thugshaker4 3 года назад

    Thank you for inspiring my first terrarium with your terrarium building video! (local ecosystem) It was a failure, but I had a blast building and watching it.

  • @jordenkreimer391
    @jordenkreimer391 3 года назад

    Well worth the wait. So much information put together so well. They should air your videos on PBS.

  • @jaredhowell7536
    @jaredhowell7536 3 года назад +1

    You have really outdone yourself on this one man this thing is insane! I can’t wait to see what you do with it

  • @dyrcosis
    @dyrcosis 3 года назад +2

    Definitely curious to see what you do with the 600. With that kind of height, I can see a multi-tiered, meandering waterfall with the occasional pond tieing everything together. Should be interesting, regardless.

  • @moldy13
    @moldy13 3 года назад

    Excellent episode. I would love to see more on building the enclosures. But also, can't want to see what you put in the 600! That thing is epic.

  • @herpderp3639
    @herpderp3639 3 года назад +3

    Would love to see the 600l as a multi waterfall, Ant build. Something completely new

  • @Hedrix44
    @Hedrix44 3 года назад +6

    tysm for this man, ive been looking for a tutorial like this for quite some time now

    • @Raverzdreams
      @Raverzdreams 3 года назад

      Wait this is a tutorial? Thought he was flexing on us with his building skills 🤔

  • @80spianist16
    @80spianist16 3 года назад +11

    Ah yes, idk about you guys but that 600 gallon vivarium looks like a great tree monitor enclosure

  • @comedianmattrossey
    @comedianmattrossey 3 года назад

    Beautiful builds Tanner,
    The best part of these builds is that now you can have a pet human that you can house properly, but good luck with the training! ; )
    Keep Safe Always,
    Peace, Happiness, Love and Laughter All,
    Matt - Toronto, Canada

  • @sctthwkns93
    @sctthwkns93 3 года назад +1

    Superb video again! Can't wait to see what you have planned for the large vivarium

  • @drewkirker6340
    @drewkirker6340 3 года назад +1

    I can’t wait to see what you do with the 600! 😁

  • @kylieroginski700
    @kylieroginski700 10 месяцев назад

    This looks like a nice affordable easy build but I know I'd I tried I think I'd mess it up😂you seems to have a real gift making these

  • @daelpixphotography
    @daelpixphotography 3 года назад

    Truly amazing building skills. I'm surprised you don't do it professionally for others.

    • @mMeFlora
      @mMeFlora 3 года назад

      i mean he does it professionally tho, right? this is his job

    • @Lazy_Fish_Keeper
      @Lazy_Fish_Keeper 3 года назад

      He's been invited to do builds for others, and I am pretty sure SerpaDesign is his company.... that designs builds.
      I wish I could afford to hire him. I thought I was doing pretty well, living in an apartment, maintaining fish tanks and growing a fair amount of our salad, herbs, and turtle food.
      Then I see this, and realize I am slacking, lol

  • @BreeBree2626
    @BreeBree2626 2 года назад

    I keep trying to find a set up I would love and fit all my needs and I can’t find something that I actually like that not crazy expensive… so I am going to make my own!
    Thank you for this video!!

  • @TheropodHunter
    @TheropodHunter 3 года назад

    I'd say the woodwork is just as fun as the landscape decorating.

  • @PeterSFam
    @PeterSFam 3 года назад

    This is exactly the type of content that made me subscribe to this channel oh so long ago. Well done.

  • @mariannepolloni8418
    @mariannepolloni8418 3 года назад

    Your a very very gifted young man.

  • @jfgaxeworks3447
    @jfgaxeworks3447 3 года назад

    Outstanding work as always, Tanner. That is going to look magnificent when it's fully hardscaped and planted.

  • @jimmyjames2022
    @jimmyjames2022 3 года назад

    Very easy to follow, straight forward instructions thank you for the effort Tanner! Wish I still had a workshop to do this it would be much fun.

  • @bettitristan7799
    @bettitristan7799 2 года назад

    Thank you for going so in depth on this. This is the video I NEEDED! You’re the best!

  • @vicenteborges7781
    @vicenteborges7781 3 года назад

    Super cool! Cant wait to see what goes inside the big vivarium!

  • @mickhynes7293
    @mickhynes7293 3 года назад

    I think a Brazilian Rainbow Boa would look amazing in there.

  • @leila1662
    @leila1662 3 года назад +1

    The big one is exciting!

  • @StellaDeleuze
    @StellaDeleuze Месяц назад

    this is amazing. You're so talented. I'm currently building a slightly bigger enclosure than your 6 foot one and I'm struggling with the front.

  • @rebeccaofpollywogflatts8976
    @rebeccaofpollywogflatts8976 3 года назад

    Thank you for taking the time to make these videos.

  • @iriestorm1508
    @iriestorm1508 3 года назад

    I can't wait to see what you do with that 600! Whatever the plan is, I know it's gonna be amazing!

  • @Stephen-jw8ci
    @Stephen-jw8ci 3 года назад +1

    awesome video as usual! i just made a large plywood tank and used flex seal to seal it, 2-3 thick layers completely waterproofed it but i’m thinking i’ll use something cheaper in the future, as it took like 4 cans and each one was $30

  • @sinloc63
    @sinloc63 2 года назад

    Awesome , finally a really cool guid to fallow when making my iguana enclosure

  • @ryderreptile
    @ryderreptile 3 года назад

    This is awesome! Can’t wait to see how the 600 turns out!

  • @strife11
    @strife11 Год назад

    homie, ur a goat 🐐 . thank u i always go back u to ur videos whenever i do any of these type of projects. ur channel covers all the bases. super informative, inspiring creative designs, and u take extra time in detailing steps to ensure safety of the animals. you rock bro.

  • @thenightscythe2030
    @thenightscythe2030 3 года назад

    Can't wait for a Full Waterfall Jungle!!!

  • @peperando8733
    @peperando8733 3 года назад

    Can't wait to see what goes into the big one

  • @ethansloan9652
    @ethansloan9652 3 года назад

    im super excited to see the 600 gallon tank!

  • @robertforrest7956
    @robertforrest7956 3 года назад

    And I thought you built it to lock up your Clones. 😅. Super Nice build Tanner. It's about the same size as my orchidarium case, but mine is wider and not quite as tall. Made of tempered glass and plexi. In an apt, there's really no space to build anything myself. I've shared Many if ur vids with friends wanting to have something similar as your techniques are fairly universal. 😉. Thanks Tanner...🥳😎✌️

  • @davidvitale9338
    @davidvitale9338 3 года назад

    Very very impressive. You’re creative, talented and an exceptionally hard worker. I love your videos!

  • @aquaman329
    @aquaman329 2 года назад

    small but huge tip. get yourself an impact drill. much better for drilling screws and making sure it doesnt strip the wood. use regular drill for bit with counter sink and impact for 1/4 drive Philips chuck

  • @tracybowling97
    @tracybowling97 3 года назад

    Another excellent episode. It was very fun to watch!

  • @kylermcgehee239
    @kylermcgehee239 3 года назад

    I love your work it helps me a lot because I need to start a big tank for my iguanas

  • @jewishcoupon
    @jewishcoupon 3 года назад

    You're a master of your craft!

  • @torquess454
    @torquess454 3 года назад

    I’m excited to see what’s in the big guy!

  • @dumoulin11
    @dumoulin11 3 года назад

    As always, a wealth of information and ideas. Thank you.

  • @BuddLech
    @BuddLech 3 года назад

    Great job! A lot of work, appreciate it. Now I'm starting my own project -Argentine Black & White Tegu's terrarium. You inspired me and gave me some fuel. Thank you! :)

  • @robinwilssens4960
    @robinwilssens4960 3 года назад

    That looks amazing as always Tanner!!

  • @petermctague5090
    @petermctague5090 3 года назад

    Tanner you have such a great taste in vans

  • @Palidisini
    @Palidisini 3 года назад +1

    Was kinda waiting for Tanner to pop up at odd places to ask for a subscribe. Those are cute bits. Love your precise work as always :D

  • @Moonlit_Monsters
    @Moonlit_Monsters 3 года назад

    Hey man these videos are a huge inspiration, I've made so many different terrariums since finding your channel. I've even got friends into it. Always excited for new content!

  • @lindacsmith13
    @lindacsmith13 3 года назад

    I do love your reptile and aquatic tanks but I'm really looking forward to the mammalian exhibit. Great idea!

  • @laurag1076
    @laurag1076 3 года назад

    I love this quality. Top notch.

  • @T3nch1
    @T3nch1 3 года назад

    >The 600 is a blank slate.
    The 600 is prime for a pair of Emerald Tree Monitors(Varanus prasinus), A Green Iguana(Iguana iguana) or a Sailfin Dragon(Hydrosaurus).

  • @ellieboa
    @ellieboa 3 года назад

    awesome! can't wait to see what you do with the 600!

  • @blueboltshrimp
    @blueboltshrimp 3 года назад

    Love your explanations of what you do, and also your design sense 8))

  • @veronica5896
    @veronica5896 3 года назад

    Cant wait to see what you do with the big one!!!

  • @Alowe25
    @Alowe25 2 года назад

    A really cool and helpful list would be all the materials you used and quantities

  • @WillNace
    @WillNace 3 года назад

    Awesome build!

  • @sinisternightmare
    @sinisternightmare 3 года назад +9

    Aaaaah, this is great. I've thought several times about keeping some humans.

  • @flyersncrawlers
    @flyersncrawlers Год назад

    Absolutely beautiful and you make it look so easy lol I’m building a enclosure for my Tegu. Going to try to use some of the ideas I like the liquid rubber.

  • @taylorwaynett
    @taylorwaynett 2 года назад +1

    Would be awesome to get some blueprints of these!

  • @randomthings2493
    @randomthings2493 3 года назад +2

    You need to make a walk-in greenhouse into a walk-in mini forest with animals