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Longevity is a very important issue in pond liner selection
Lining a pond is relatively simple when using the several forms of plastic and rubber pond liners which are currently popular. The factors involved when choosing a pond liner will be the dimensions of the pond, the material the liner is made of, and the [...]

The most important step in creating a natural pond is deciding where to site it giving enough space around the pond to prepare the ground for planting. The next step is to layout the shape and, once satisfied, start to dig your hole (refer to ‘Pond Planning and Construction‘ article for more detailed information on [...]

A garden pond constructed using a pond liner with at least one sloping edge to the pond will make an ideal wildlife haven in your garden attracting creatures such as frogs or toads. Please refer to an earlier Pond Liners Blog, ‘Add Pond to make Garden Wildlife Friendly’, which gives tips on constructing a wildlife [...]

Installing a fountain pump will not only beautify your pond, but also promote a healthy aquatic environment through the oxygen transfer and water circulation that is produced as the cascading water returns to the pond. A lack of oxygen in a pond promotes foul odors, algae growth and is a cause of stagnant vegetation growth.

A sign of a well planned and constructed pond is one where all the materials used in its creation such as pipes, cables and pond liners aren’t visible. The detailing in the pond edging is, therefore important. The edging has two important functions, to secure and protect the pond liner, as well as to give [...]

A fountain pump is the most crucial part of a fountain, as it is responsible for circulating water, creating sound, and preventing the growth of algae by adding oxygen to the water. The pump you choose is very important for the performance and overall life of your fountain. It is important to know what to [...]

During winter it is important to stay as warm as possible. If you work outside in the colder months this is vital. You should also be keeping warm if you suffer from any illnesses, or are susceptible to getting seasonal cold and flu. You can get seriously ill if [...]

Blanket weed (Spirogyra adnate) is one of the most prolific aquatic weeds known to pond-keepers in the U.K. Blanket weed is an alga, which is very successful at colonising an environment under favourable conditions such as sunlight. If left unchecked this algae can cause serious oxygen depletion in ponds and possible stress to larger fish [...]

Almost all pond keepers will speak of  how rewarding it is to have a pond in their back garden but that their number one annoyance is algae. Common in warmer climates, algae can give the sides of pond liners (or that of a prefabricated or concrete pond) a green, slimy, hair-like coat and [...]

Protecting the pond liner as well as the plants, fish or wildlife inhabiting your pond are important to ensure their longevity. The top concern of pond owners during warm weather is green algae, which is a symptom of high nutrient levels in ponds.
If your pond level is getting low, don’t panic, it’s natural during summer. [...]