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Read more...Some Koi-keepers install a sand filter to the system after the main filter, before the water returns to the pond. They consider the sand filter to polish the water and remove a lot of the small particles, which may have passed through the filter. The installation of a sand filter is however not supported by a large contingent of purists for various reasons. As stated in various articles, the purpose of this article is not to convince other hobbyists to make use of sand filters in their systems, but to provide enough information for individuals to make an informed decision.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 26 January 2010 23:25
Read more...Some time ago, Chris Neaves posed the following question to me: “...how many types of pond filters do you think there are?”
I am sure most people would have given the same answer as I did: “I have no idea how many types of filters one can get. I guess as many as people can invent, so the list can be never ending!”
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 04 August 2009 13:45
Read more...When you wish to build a pond on your property, it is always wise to consult the Town Planning/Building Inspectorate of your local Authority. The bylaws regulating to the building of Koi ponds differ between Local Authorities and all the bylaws are also subject to the National Building regulations. It is therefore not possible to cover all possibilities, but normally all the bylaws set the similar requirements. For convenience sake, the Bylaws governing the building of ponds in the uMhlathuze area (Richards Bay/Empangeni), are summarized in the following paragraphs. It is interesting to note that some requirements are set for Koi ponds, some for swimming pools and some for both pools and ponds.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 26 May 2009 21:08
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If you are building a deep pond, it is assumed that there will be reinforcing rods in the foundation to prevent the base of the wall from “kicking” out from the water pressure.
Last Updated on Sunday, 12 April 2009 18:54
Read more...If you have opted for a rectangular pond, it will be necessary to consider the eventual flow of water in the pond. The pond will be a closed system where water will be circulated and it is desirable to avoid dead spots where water will become stagnant, and debris will also accumulate. The solution to this is to ensure rounded corners in the pond. The illustrations below show how the circulation should be and the reason for avoiding 90 degree corners.
Last Updated on Friday, 13 March 2009 13:07
Read more...Although the brickwork is fairly easy to do yourself if you have the time, most hobbyists agree that plastering or rendering of the walls is one task that they prefer to get done by a professional. There are two methods that you can use for plastering
Last Updated on Wednesday, 11 March 2009 15:19
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