Category: Filtration

Pea soup algea taking over tthe pond

Ultraviolet Light vs. Algae – Water Garden Facts

What is the best way to control algae and impurities in backyard water gardens? It is not as simple as you think! Ultraviolet light was discovered to have adverse effects on certain organisms commonly found in ponds, such as specific types of bacteria and algae. For this reason, UV light treatment of ponds has become [...]

Seven Most Asked Questions About UV Pond Filters

Seven Most Asked Questions About UV Pond Filters

The filter is the heart of the pond and the UV is the Liver. 1. Is an ultraviolet light a filter? Yes, as far as the definition of filter goes. A filter is a device that removes unwanted material from liquid, gas, light or sound. Ultraviolet light removes harmful bacteria such a pathogens from the [...]

Pondless waterfall

Pondless Waterfall – No Filter Needed

No filter is needed in a pondless waterfall? That is correct – a properly designed pondless waterfall needs no filter. It also does not need a centipede module, snorkel vault, or pump housing. The liner industry added all of these unnecessary contraptions to their kits to drive up their profit margins. I have built hundreds [...]

Koi Pond Or Pondless Waterfall – Where Do I Begin?

Koi Pond Or Pondless Waterfall – Where Do I Begin?

  Have you thought about a water feature?– Is it true that a water feature will add equity to my home? What about a swimming pool? Doesn’t a pond require a lot of upkeep? What is the average cost? Do I need a building permit? Do I have to have fish? …we travel a lot! American Society [...]