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  • General guidelines for pondliner

    PONDLINERS: The most versatile and adaptable materials for pond construction. They are easy to store and transport, and are almost unlimited in size and pond shape. They do require care and fore ...

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    by Terese
    Sunday, 22 May 2011

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    by Terese
    Saturday, 25 February 2012

  • Waterfalls

    Waterfalls are almost a necessity in gardens today, and are often the focal point, providing atmosphere and life. There are two main types to choose from (ensure you specify the correct type, as warr ...

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    by Terese
    Tuesday, 22 June 2010

  • Submersible pump guideline

      1. Safety First! Water and power can be fatal! All installations should be constructed/commissioned and maintained according to any relevant government laws, by-laws and regulations. Running g ...

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    by Terese
    Tuesday, 22 June 2010

  • Water and Feng Shui

    Water is the most fundamental  life giving element on our planet. Its beauty and its magic are loved by all. Who would turn down a trip to the sea or to a beautiful lake?  We are fascinated and enchan ...

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    by Terese
    Saturday, 26 June 2010

  • Transformers and electrical accessories

    Transformers and Electrical Accessories Transformers are required for low voltage pumps and all submersible lights. Most low-voltage pumps come with transformers as ‘kits’. If there is a requir ...

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    by Terese
    Tuesday, 22 June 2010

  • Facts on Filtration

    Facts on Filtration 1. Why have a Biofilter? 80% of pond owners soon find out – algae, murky water, listless or dead fish and unhealthy plants all indicate poor water quality. 2. But I have a Pump ...

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    by Terese
    Monday, 13 June 2011

  • Why must I waterproof the back wall?

    Waterproofing the back wall will protect the substate from any moisture/water. If using stacked stone or any natural stone, ensure you use an appropriate sealer, a waterproof adhesive and a suitable m ...

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    by Terese
    Sunday, 10 August 2008

  • Components to Designing a Water Feature

    Designing a water feature is a matter of considering 4 major steps; Design specification. Why do you want a water feature? Is it to create sound (i.e. drown out other noises), privacy screening. Is ...

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    by Terese
    Saturday, 26 June 2010

  • Waterfall flow-rate calculation

    This calculation gives a recommended flow-rate for the height and width of your waterfall, for your chosen thickness of water flow. Choose the thickness of water you want running over the top of yo ...

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    by Terese
    Tuesday, 22 June 2010

  • Algae Treatment Guide

    Step 1:    ASCERTAIN the type of algae: Greenwater Algae is microscopic, causing the water to look like green cordial or pea soup. Blanketweed looks like green cotton wool and floats ...

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    by Terese
    Monday, 13 June 2011

  • Installing a Preformed Pond

    Installing a Preformed pond can shorten the project time of any pond building exercise. ...

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    by Terese
    Tuesday, 14 June 2011

  • Pond Plant Health (by Sean Roocraft)

    The sight of crystal clear water, fishing swimming around, and decorative pond plants is a truly wonderful sight to behold.The aim of the majority of pond keepers is to maintain this relaxing, tranqui ...

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    by Terese
    Wednesday, 08 February 2012

  • Which Water Wall Trough is best?

    WATERFALLS Waterfalls are almost a necessity in gardens today, and are often the focal point providing atmosphere and life. There are two main types to choose from;  ensure you specify the correct ty ...

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    by Terese
    Saturday, 19 June 2010

  • Pond and Equipment Video's

    An online resource of video tutorials on how and when to use equipment. ...

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    by Terese
    Saturday, 05 June 2010

  • Your Healthy Garden Pond

    Great Book - How to keep your garden pond in tiptop condition throughout the year, including how to recognise and treat a wide range of fish pests and diseases. ...

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    by Terese
    Monday, 13 June 2011

  • Water Panel Kits

    Water Wall Kits - A new way to build your own water wall - with the minimum of fuss. Panels can be purchased individually or in a combination of sizes. WATER PANEL COMBO PANEL SPECIFICATIONS Panels ...

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    by Terese
    Wednesday, 23 June 2010

  • Aquarium Carbon Dioxide Systems

    Carbon dioxide is present in the natural environment, but is most often deficient in aquariums. Hydor CO2 systems are specially designed to add CO2 to the aquarium giving the following 4 benefits:   ...

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    by Terese
    Tuesday, 22 June 2010
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