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Why Pond Sealer is Better than a Pond Liner

If you are contemplating a backyard pond or water fountain, it is important that you spend some time evaluating the various methods available for lining your pond. After all, you cannot simply dig a hole and fill it with water; you need some type of…

GuestAugust 23, 2022

How To Other Waterproofing Pond Maintenance

How to Apply Waterproof Paint for Ponds

A concrete pond can provide an attractive addition to your home. Good maintenance and care enhances the life of your pond and makes it easier for maintenance. Ponds are small when compared to oceans and lakes, which makes them calmer and more peaceful. However, the…

GuestNovember 29, 2012

How To General Tips Pond Maintenance

How to Make Smooth Concrete Rough

When consumers start to look for advice on how to smooth rough concrete, they may feel frustrated or confused. Many people claim that there is no easy way to do this yourself, but this is misleading. There are actually a few things that can be…

ButchSeptember 27, 2012

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How to Spot Repair Pond Armor Paint

From time to time it may be necessary to correct something that is adversely affecting the coating on a pond. For example, during a routine inspection of the pond, you find that somehow someone has managed to accidentally damage the surface of the Pond Armor…

ButchSeptember 25, 2012

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Koi Pond & Waterfall: Top 21 Most Asked Questions Answered

Q What is the ideal depth for a koi pond? A In my experience of over 25 years, 4 to 5 feet is ideal. You need a minimum of 3 feet for koi fish for several reasons. Safety for fish from wading cranes they can…

ButchFebruary 13, 2009

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Koi Pond: Filter Vs. Fish

There are many different types of filters available today for koi ponds which require regular cleaning. The decaying fish waste and pond debris need to be removed from the filter, flushed and cleaned with a garden hose – a labor intensive, stinky, filthy, disgusting job…

ButchJanuary 18, 2009

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Pond Maintenance – How To Prepare A Pond For Spring

Let’s talk about pond maintenance and preparation for spring. Some of you might not be ready for this, like up in the North East, but others may already be rolling up their sleeves and girding themselves for the pleasures associated with getting pond things up…

ButchFebruary 4, 2008

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Choosing A Pond Filter – Which Pond Filter Is Right For You?

There are simply a lot of filter systems available on the market today. In fact, one could easily get lost in the sea of products. I think though, that the best way to try and figure out which filter you need, would be to look…

ButchJanuary 29, 2008