DIY: How to Build a Pond and Waterfall
Create a Heaven in Your Garden with a Pond and Waterfall
Kesha Coggins, Yahoo Contributor Network Jul 19, 2010 "Share your voice on Yahoo websites. Start Here."
The first thing you must do when building your very own pond and waterfall is prepare yourself for the sweat and hard work required. This is a job that requires careful planning and offers great reward once the project is completed. A pond and waterfall could be a great new addition in your garden. Here is the perfect step by step guide to get your project on the way.
Step #1
Choose the precise location in your garden. Maximizing the location so that you can view the waterfall aspect of the pond from your home (kitchen, living or bedroom). Make the garden views more appeasing when you use the pond as the focal point. Measure the size, width and depth required then mark the shape and outline of the pond with rope for accuracy. During this stage you may also want to decide on the aquatic life that will make your new pond and waterfall their home.
Step #2
Purchase a pond and waterfall kit that best meets your overall design aims. Keep in mind that the kit is designed to make the task of building the pond and waterfall painless. Buying all the necessary components to build the pond in a kit form also means that you will save money on your project. Purchasing individual items can be costly and avoidable. (Remember to call utilities company to be sure that the pond and waterfall does not disrupt underground power, electrical line or water connections.)
Step #3
When excavating the area for the pond create several tiers to ensure the stability of the pond. Varied depths of water is eye catching as well as appeasing to aquatic life in the pond. Mark out the waterfall's location while digging out the pond dimensions and make sure all areas are level.
Step #4
With the aid of your pond and waterfall kit, start with the pond liner to create the base and foundation of the pond. The lining holds the water that will ultimately become the pond. Use a rake to smooth over the area to remove rocks, stones or other materials that may puncture the liner. Then install the liner carefully to fit the entire excavated area for the pond and waterfall.
Step #5 Install the water pumps, filters, and skimmer for the pond and waterfall. Follow the instruction of your ponds and waterfalls kit for exact directions to place water pumps and filters where necessary. For electrical connection in the pond, an electrician is best to ensure long-term safety and avoid any faulty electrical wiring that could led to incidents in future. A professional electrician will install a GFI safety switch that complies with safety guidelines.
Step #6
Rock and gravel placed at the top of the pond liner can keep the liner firmly in place. They also offer protection to the liner from friction and punctures. After placing the rocks and gravel along the liner edge trim the excess liner material for a neat, natural and clean finished look. Be sure that the rocks used are previously cleaned so that the pond water does not become dirty or murky.
Step #7
Fill the liner with water and use a de-chlorinating product if the water supply comes from town and city water supplies as this water supply contains chlorine and chemical. The de-chlorinating product will neutralize the chlorine and chemicals and evade harm to the aquatic life that will live in the pond.
Step #8
Now introduce into the finished pond and waterfall the aquatic life you selected at the start of the diy project. Also, include into the de-chlorinated filled pond a generous selection of plants. Pond plants fight against poor water quality and add a natural water purifier element to the pond. Once the plants are in place it is generally best to wait at least 2 weeks before adding fish. Two weeks allows the nutrient cycles to begin for a healthy new environment for your aquatic life to begin in.
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