Category: Pond Pro

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Finding and Fixing a Pond Liner Leak

Having a man-made pond on the property is great for improving the aesthetics of the yard and giving you a beautiful place where you can sit and relax while enjoying the water. Most of the time, a pond can last for years without need for too much maintenance or repair. However, there may be occasions where you notice that you have a leak. Don’t worry; it isn’t the end of the world, and most of the time, you can repair the pond liner leak without too much trouble. Finding the Leak When you notice that...

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How to Apply Pond Paint

Before you can have a beautiful manmade pond on your property, you’re going to need to paint it. Fortunately, the following steps are fairly easy. Choose Your Pond Paint Wisely Before we get into the actual steps of applying your pond paint, let’s take just a moment to talk about choosing the actual product. No matter how well you apply it, if you pick a lackluster paint, the rest of your pond is going to fail and you’ll need to start the entire process over. First, make sure the product you purchase is meant for...

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An Introduction to Pond Coatings

Manmade ponds make absolutely beautiful additions to any property – commercial or residential. There are also a number of ways you can customize them, including the addition of various types of fish. However, one feature you can’t afford to do without is making sure that the surface of the pond is coated properly before proceeding with adding the water. In this article, we’ll explain pond coatings so you understand their importance and feel confident in choosing one for your body of water. What Are Pond Coatings? Pond coatings are the chemical barriers used between the...

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How to Install a Concrete Pond Coating

Planning to install a pond on your property? Before you do, make sure you apply a coating to the concrete so the water stays in one place. Here are the steps leading up to and directly after its application. Begin with Digging the Pond Depending on the size of the pond you have in mind, you may be able to do this with nothing more than a shovel. On the other hand, you may need an industrial piece of equipment or even decide to hire someone to get the length, depth and shape that you...

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How to Use Pond Leak Sealer

If you own a manmade pond, then nothing probably frightens you as much as the thought of it springing a leak. Unfortunately, no matter how well you built your pond, a leak is always possible. This is why it’s a good idea to keep a close eye on yours, especially when the weather changes. Ideally, you’ll want to catch a leak while it’s small, before it grows into a much bigger problem. Either way, you’re going to need to know how to apply pond leak sealer, which we’ll now explain step-by-step. Find the Leak This...

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What to Look for With Pond Liners

Choosing the right pond liners does not have to be a difficult job. You simply need to know the main things to look for no matter the type of liner you choose. This will help to ensure that you are getting a quality pond liner that will work for your needs and your budget. The following are some of the most important aspects you will need to consider when you are searching for the right liner for your pond. Safe for Fish and Plants Unless you are using the pond solely as a water feature,...

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Consider a Liquid Pond Sealer for Your Pond

When you are thinking about creating a backyard pond to help add to the décor of your backyard, one of the things that you need to consider is how you will be lining the pond that you create. You have a couple of different options. You could pour concrete into the hole where you want to have the pool and then use a Liquid Pond Sealer to ensure that the water stays where it belongs. You could also consider using EPDM, or you might want to consider using a premade liner for the pond. Often,...

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Using Concrete Pond Sealer the Right Way

If you plan to use concrete pond sealer for your fish pond because you have some leaks or other issues, then you might want to take care of it on your own rather than bringing in a professional. When you take the DIY approach, you have the potential to save a substantial amount of money, even though you will be investing your time and energy. If you do choose to seal the pond on your own though, you have to be careful so you don’t make any mistakes that could cause issues for you later....