How To Make A Lizard Cage: CHEAP!!!!

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  • čas přidán 9. 04. 2021
  • I make my Blue-tongued Skink named Topaz a brand-new home! I custom built this lizard cage for $150!!!! This is an inexpensive option if you have a Blue-tongued Skink, Bearded Dragon, Ball Python, Corn Snake, King Snake, etc! This lizard cage provides Topaz with 2X more room than a normal 55 gallon aquarium...AND it's cheaper!!!!
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Komentáře • 137

  • @savannah6704
    @savannah6704 Před 2 lety +83

    PLEXIGLASS: for everyone wondering, i zoomed in on the video and it says the plexiglass is 18 in by 24 in or 47.5 cm by 61 cm

  • @crystaldawn2736
    @crystaldawn2736 Před 2 lety +101

    Love this but would def need a waterproof barrier of sorts for higher humidity reptiles so the wood doesn’t rot.

    • @donteague614
      @donteague614 Před 2 lety +14

      Try Dryloc basement waterproofing paint

    • @malyndahsexotics1543
      @malyndahsexotics1543 Před 2 lety +1

      He has a northern blue tongue skink, not an Indonesian. They don’t need as high humidity.

    • @ThrowinBombs80
      @ThrowinBombs80 Před 2 lety +2

      @@malyndahsexotics1543 The person in the video said this could he used for a ball python, which is incorrect. That's what Crystal meant.

    • @malyndahsexotics1543
      @malyndahsexotics1543 Před 2 lety +1

      @@ThrowinBombs80 well I wish crystal would have elaborated then because then I probably wouldn’t have posted that comment to begin with, I was under the assumption that she thought his skink needed a higher humidity, which is incorrect, but if she was just speaking in general then she is correct and so is he, just add in a something water proof to help contain the moisture. I guess the only real incorrect one here is you.😂

    • @LateNight1212
      @LateNight1212 Před rokem

      furnish

  • @chandonbrucks2543
    @chandonbrucks2543 Před rokem +11

    I absolutely love the simplicity of this, definitely using this design for the next one i build.

  • @A-Skating
    @A-Skating Před měsícem +1

    love this video this is really helpful cause i'm currently trying to either buy or build a bigger encloser for a leopard gecko currently using a 40 gallon and feel it's too small for her so im gonna try to build one using this video thank you!

  • @lsuzicosbw644
    @lsuzicosbw644 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you so much for this. Been struggling with building the new enclosure. Very helpful

  • @rachaelwillis6028
    @rachaelwillis6028 Před 2 lety +59

    This is AMAZING. You know what would kick this up like 100 notches? If you had a material list with the price breakdown in the description box for people like myself who want to try to recreate this! It would make it So much easier for people to go to purchase the necessary materials and be able to see what is needed at a glance instead of having to watch and re watch the video to figure it out!!!
    Im only suggesting that because what you did is amazing and I know lots of people will want to do this! Including myself!
    Keep it up!! AWESOME WORK!

    • @loganlindsey300
      @loganlindsey300 Před 2 lety

      Yes. We need this

    • @whackstone1065
      @whackstone1065 Před 2 lety

      Eh, you dont have to be in mensa

    • @MistaDontPlay34
      @MistaDontPlay34 Před 2 lety

      Makes the video useless without it

    • @HilaryWhitely-fz3nd
      @HilaryWhitely-fz3nd Před rokem

      Right? I went and bought the materials and didn’t realize how off my measurements were 😢 so now I have to figure out how to put it together myself which is not easy and taking way longer than necessary. 😢

    • @xavierl1038
      @xavierl1038 Před 9 měsíci

      Yeah, but a fair bit of guesswork. He doesn't say what size the plexiglass is for instance @@whackstone1065

  • @Silvermoon916
    @Silvermoon916 Před rokem +2

    This is so awesome!! I’m prepping to adopt a bearded dragon hopefully soon, and have been trying desperately to find an enclosure that fits their space needs that I can actually afford!! Thank you for sharing!

  • @xdiaz755
    @xdiaz755 Před rokem +1

    This has been the most user friendly video on diy-ing a reptile enclosure . Thanks I want to do this w/ pvc

  • @sandra-mi6qp
    @sandra-mi6qp Před 2 lety +1

    that came out so beautiful! wow great job 👏🏼

  • @radhikadhamija1550
    @radhikadhamija1550 Před 3 lety +13

    Omg I just saw you yesterday on Instagram and now I m obsessed with your work... carry on buddy you are on the top🎈

  • @jacobpessina2239
    @jacobpessina2239 Před 2 lety +4

    This is a high quality video. Thank you!

  • @justineblessing2261
    @justineblessing2261 Před 2 lety +4

    I’m going to making this this month but I’m not going to have the top open up like yours it will stay down. I’m also going to be dry locking the inside because my substrate has to stay moist a little so I need it water proofed! Thanks so much for this cause this is exactly what I want and I don’t want to pay more than I have to getting it from a place that makes them is just too much when you can build your own!

  • @808natee
    @808natee Před rokem +1

    I absolutely love topaz, what a beautiful bluey

  • @teamblessed_1627
    @teamblessed_1627 Před rokem

    I love the ending results. Amazing skills And steps you presented has really answered Any Of My questions or concerns about me DIY😂 Fingers Crossed 🤞🏾 Wish Me Luck

  • @strife11
    @strife11 Před 2 lety +3

    great vid very informative simple and easy to digest. the chemistry between u and ur dad is hilarious

  • @KingMidas186
    @KingMidas186 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Omg this is the video I’ve been looking for, been wanting to upgrade my leopard geckos enclosure for a long time and it’s crazy expensive for one a little larger than mine so this definitely helps me with my design

    • @snap.-_-
      @snap.-_- Před měsícem

      fr i was looking at pvc ones this exact size and the basic enclosure can cost $500 not including tax

  • @g11mfan27
    @g11mfan27 Před 2 lety +2

    When I grow up I will try this.

  • @robertculen2949
    @robertculen2949 Před rokem +2

    I like this method for sliding doors more than installing window tracks. Can you post a blueprint of thr build?

  • @Big-Al426
    @Big-Al426 Před 2 lety +1

    What no heat source or uv lamp? I like the simple construction of this, but I would definitely recommend heat and light source including wiring instructions.

  • @ambereddy6326
    @ambereddy6326 Před rokem +1

    This is exactly what I need to do for my Leo.

  • @koralhalperin6724
    @koralhalperin6724 Před rokem

    best reptile video EVER

  • @koryearle6121
    @koryearle6121 Před 2 lety +9

    Hello, awesome work man. Do you remember what the measurements were for the plexiglass?

    • @vickylou39
      @vickylou39 Před 7 měsíci

      That’s what I’m trying to figure out😭😭

  • @lou4x_581
    @lou4x_581 Před rokem

    Would love a measurement for this video trying to make a enclosure with lid that opens

  • @edisonvarghese932
    @edisonvarghese932 Před 3 lety +4

    That is so dope 😍

  • @lydiasauceda4691
    @lydiasauceda4691 Před 2 lety +2

    U could have put the glass in first then put the last piece of wood in so that u didn’t scratch the glass… putting some type of water proofing would be good to prevent any wood rotting… maybe just a suggestion for future references i guess… but it looks great tho keep up the good work👍

  • @mjiad295
    @mjiad295 Před 2 lety

    I like your work

  • @mercedesrouth5188
    @mercedesrouth5188 Před 2 lety +2

    What was the measurements for the plexiglass

  • @Crazy_Exotic476
    @Crazy_Exotic476 Před 3 měsíci

    If high humidity it might create mold. Water proof the wood

  • @yeudsiegal5285
    @yeudsiegal5285 Před 2 lety

    The 14.5 inch inside frame next to the plexiglass where screwed into the side and rear walls?

  • @jessebarrera600
    @jessebarrera600 Před 2 lety +1

    What are the measurements for the side walls

  • @marnielee76
    @marnielee76 Před 11 měsíci

    Where could you install the UVB light and heating light

  • @gryllidaeperkcal1369
    @gryllidaeperkcal1369 Před 2 lety +1

    Did you seal the wood?

  • @tiktokcringe2595
    @tiktokcringe2595 Před rokem

    Please where did you get your hardware cloth???

  • @brandihsVT
    @brandihsVT Před 2 lety

    How could I attach lighting inside the cage for a bearded dragon?

  • @dianafigueroa3917
    @dianafigueroa3917 Před 4 měsíci

    Can a 4 month old bearded dragon be in it or what size do I need to do

  • @deathshands1004
    @deathshands1004 Před 2 lety +1

    Would the chicken wires be ok for letting in heated lamps for the beard dragons?

    • @notkaiel2241
      @notkaiel2241 Před 2 lety

      yes although you will need a cross section on the chicken wire because its weaker

  • @glennsak
    @glennsak Před 2 lety +2

    You didn't show how to attach the piece that holds the sliding doors in place...

  • @uselessusagi
    @uselessusagi Před 2 lety

    What was the measurement for the plexiglass

  • @roselandebazelais8236
    @roselandebazelais8236 Před 2 lety

    "Dad this is a kid's channel."😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣Cause daddy keeps on forgetting.

  • @SireMoringstar
    @SireMoringstar Před rokem

    What was the size of the large back wood?

  • @SeongMoKim
    @SeongMoKim Před 2 lety +1

    What kind of wood used?

  • @supremerl235
    @supremerl235 Před 2 lety +1

    What is the size of the plexiglass

  • @koichitrump4147
    @koichitrump4147 Před 2 lety

    Can I stain the wood to make it look nicer?

  • @Jeramyah34464
    @Jeramyah34464 Před rokem

    What size plexiglass do I need?

  • @madysonbutler5878
    @madysonbutler5878 Před rokem

    Would this be ideal for leopard geckos!?

  • @outdoorschick
    @outdoorschick Před 2 lety +1

    Lmao all of us watching the video 69 times trying to figure out what to buy, to recreate this. Hahahaha.

  • @autumneckhardt
    @autumneckhardt Před rokem +1

    Basically about 160 before taxes

  • @scottiepugs5594
    @scottiepugs5594 Před 2 lety

    What plants were those

  • @MatthewFrance720
    @MatthewFrance720 Před 2 lety +1

    What type of wood did you use? I want to make sure I buy something that is reptile safe.

    • @Katwarfield
      @Katwarfield Před 8 měsíci

      That's what I'm in the comments fo4 too- worth noting pine and cedar are toxic...to bearded dragons at least.

  • @HilaryWhitely-fz3nd
    @HilaryWhitely-fz3nd Před rokem

    How did he assemble the 4 legs on each side??

  • @ronja.x140
    @ronja.x140 Před 2 lety +1

    I really want a blue tongued skink, but I'm not getting one any soon (we have four cats, so yeh)

  • @rebeccalackey9570
    @rebeccalackey9570 Před 9 měsíci

    We're the plexiglass doors already that size? What size are they?

  • @kristinparks148
    @kristinparks148 Před 9 měsíci

    Can you write out the dimensions of each piece the walls?

  • @mikecoates6241
    @mikecoates6241 Před rokem

    What size plexiglass

  • @InosukeHashibira1
    @InosukeHashibira1 Před rokem

    cutee i found a black an white juvenile blue tongue skink online im getting it

  • @_.jawaii._
    @_.jawaii._ Před 5 měsíci

    As fun as this looks, I hate wood. How would one suggest properly sealing it 😭. I’m worried about of bugs and splinters

  • @peytonmoody6291
    @peytonmoody6291 Před 2 lety

    You posted this a year ago and I’m just now seeing it. I have a couple of questions is there an easier way to contact you then through this chat?

  • @roselandebazelais8236
    @roselandebazelais8236 Před 2 lety

    😆😍😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😅🤣🤣😅😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣I just love how you always have to remind your dad that this is a kid's channel. 🤣🤣🤣🤣😅

  • @user-zh9uq6pc3e
    @user-zh9uq6pc3e Před 8 měsíci

    What’s all the measurements

  • @172-0
    @172-0 Před 2 lety

    "dad this is a kids channel"
    "oh"

  • @iipreppy2558
    @iipreppy2558 Před 2 lety

    So I could use this for my rainbow skink

  • @krystalrectenwald2796
    @krystalrectenwald2796 Před 2 lety +1

    How tall is this? I have started to build my own but it’s not working as easily as this one….I know it’s 4ft long, 2 ft wide but how tall?

    • @krystalrectenwald2796
      @krystalrectenwald2796 Před 2 lety +1

      If the bottom frame is 3in, the top frame is 3in, with the sides at 14.5, then it would be 20.5 in tall without the screen top?

    • @AxelfoleyTheGreat
      @AxelfoleyTheGreat Před 2 lety

      @@krystalrectenwald2796 I came up with the same measurements 20.5x24 inches for the sides.

  • @mrflame9818
    @mrflame9818 Před 2 lety

    What do blue tung skink,s Eat

  • @Plunger_CamaraMan
    @Plunger_CamaraMan Před rokem +1

    I love animal

  • @critterc0rner
    @critterc0rner Před 2 lety +1

    Me being a typical artist I would end up hating it if I ever built one like I always do with every little thing I create myself. I’d rather stick to the expensive commercial enclosures lol.

  • @roselandebazelais8236
    @roselandebazelais8236 Před 2 lety

    Topaz is going to love it.Well Topaz would love his freedom more.

  • @midknightlife
    @midknightlife Před rokem

    Yeah this looks humanly possible for sure!

  • @itsstink3978
    @itsstink3978 Před 2 lety +2

    Dad this is a kid channel 🤣

  • @gus_on_the_bus5535
    @gus_on_the_bus5535 Před 2 lety

    What did the entire project cost?

  • @LateNight1212
    @LateNight1212 Před rokem

    gerat!

  • @Mung1st
    @Mung1st Před 2 lety

    Would an iguana fit inside? I want an iguana

    • @mpk6664
      @mpk6664 Před rokem +1

      A baby iguana, sure.
      Iguanas are huge animals though. You'll need a room sized enclosure, or an outside one where they can climb. This will not hold an adult.
      this is a 4x2x2 and a green Iguana can easily reach 5-6ft.
      Spiny tail iguanas could be kept in something like a 10x8x10 maybe?

  • @cortez1203
    @cortez1203 Před rokem

    Would this cage be ok for a baby burmese python

    • @mpk6664
      @mpk6664 Před rokem

      No. You'll need to water proof the cage, and you'll just end up expanding it within a couple months anyway.
      Burms grow quite quickly. I'd recommend making a larger one to start off with.

    • @cortez1203
      @cortez1203 Před rokem

      Ok thank you

  • @karimillen5621
    @karimillen5621 Před 9 měsíci

    18*24 plexi ?? X2

  • @PeaceLoveNandos
    @PeaceLoveNandos Před 2 lety

    Amazing setup! but I wish I knew exactly what was used to recreate this ☹️

  • @bryguy3260
    @bryguy3260 Před 5 měsíci

    Hahaha I like ur dad hahaha

  • @julianacarvalho2014
    @julianacarvalho2014 Před rokem

    ayoo topaz from sonic X ?????

  • @timchrissyparks1449
    @timchrissyparks1449 Před 2 lety +1

    Wood has tripled in price since then sooo 150 not happening

  • @donteague614
    @donteague614 Před 2 lety

    Louan woulda been way cheaper, lighter.

  • @Cinnmoroll_plushie
    @Cinnmoroll_plushie Před 6 měsíci

    I have a pet lizzard!
    BUT!!!
    My cricket died😢

  • @gergelyzoltansera5869
    @gergelyzoltansera5869 Před 2 lety

    What does Topaz favourite food

  • @UrBrainwashd
    @UrBrainwashd Před 11 měsíci +1

    This is a good idea but your measurements are completely off and you didn't even mention that in the video or description, you should probably take this down and re edit. This video is a complete fail.

  • @Spacey7
    @Spacey7 Před rokem +2

    Thumbs completely DOWN!!

  • @roselandebazelais8236
    @roselandebazelais8236 Před 2 lety +1

    You need to get your animals some girlfriends and boyfriends for real.Also they need TV and cable.They need cell phones or tablets or laptops.

  • @kaiwilliams4517
    @kaiwilliams4517 Před měsícem

    this isnt feable for reptiles has nothing to eep heat in,wood will swell so its a good cheap video not useable

    • @snap.-_-
      @snap.-_- Před měsícem

      I'm using this for my gecko, I'm just adding some sealer to make it last longer and look nicer. It's definitely usable

  • @FooManPu2
    @FooManPu2 Před rokem

    great build but one thing I'm noticing with a lot of these DIY builds is that nobody seems to be using a work bench, or even at least ONE corner 90 clamp. Still, great build.

  • @wilsonamber36
    @wilsonamber36 Před 7 měsíci

    So awesome, I was looking on line for free reptile tanks and it led me to diy and your video. It was the first one that came up. Hope all is well. Ty for this. 💚🐊🐢🪖

  • @Lol-wl5bc
    @Lol-wl5bc Před 2 lety +3

    what are the glass measurements?