Once the pond is installed, you are ready to fill it with water. The pond water will need to be conditioned properly before adding fish and plants. Some people say, “I don’t need to add water conditioners to my natural pond. Why add …
Need to join two pieces of liner together using EPDM Pond Liner Tape or to repair a hole in your pond liner? This section shows you how with detailed illustrated instructions from Firestone Specialty Products. Downloads require Adobe Acrobat Reader. …
Outline the shape of your pond with a shovel, adding an extra 1′ in all dimensions. Be sure to slope the side of your pond to add stability; after all soil is removed check carefully that the top edges of …
To calculate the approximate quantity in tons of rocks for your pond or water garden feature: Boulders in a pond = length x width /65 1/4″ to 3″ gravel in a pond = tons of boulders /0.45 Boulders in a stream = 3/4 ton …
Location • Sizing the pond • Sizing the equipment • Layout • Plumbing the falls • Excavating • Liner • Filter installation • Skimmer installation • Adding rock • Lighting • Plants • Testing • Finishing touches • Video part …
Making your own pond involves finding pond supplies that work together to produce a healthy aquatic environment. The size and layout of your pond determine which pump you need, and the pump determines which filter and skimmer you need. Once …
How do I decide where to install my new pond? Take a good look at your yard and make sure that the location of the pond can be enjoyed from any decks and windows. Pull out the garden hose and create the …
Determine the size pond liner you will need for your pond or waterfall and learn how to measure your pond.
Determine how much it will cost to run your pond pump each month.
Determine how many feet of head you will have in order to select the right pump.