Category: Ultraviolet light

Ultraviolet Light vs Algae – Water Garden Facts

Ultraviolet Light vs Algae – Water Garden Facts

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 [...]

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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 [...]

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Koi Pond & Waterfall – Top 23 Most Asked Questions Answered

Koi Pond & Waterfall Top 23 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 [...]