Koi Pond Construction Articles
If you are thinking about building or renovating a an existing Koi pond then there are several things you must consider before you start any project. Seriously look at your garden space and your budget before you get started. Make sure your project fits both your space and your budget. Remember it is not just the construction costs but also the ongoing maintenance costs that you have to consider. You can get far more enjoyment from a manageable 2000 gallon pond than a poorly designed 40,000 gallon one.
Once you made these decisions, your ready to start becoming a "Koi-Keeper." Learn all you can about the hobby and all the equipment that you will need. You will find it fascinating and enjoyable for years to come.
Building a Koi Pond - Types of Construction
In building a Koi pond there are several options you have for the type of construction. The three most common types and the ones I would recommend you stick with are concrete, liner-only and concrete block walls with a liner... Read More
How to Build a Koi Pond
When you ask “how to build a Koi Pond" first you need to understand the difference between a Koi pond and a common garden pond. The garden pond is a much simpler environment. You don’t have to worry much about the size and depth. While you may need some simple equipment like a filter and pump if you want to maintain some fish or have a waterfall feature, it’s not very complicated... Read More
Koi Pond Building
Just what is a koi pond? Most of us have experiences in seeing beautiful ponds and water gardens inside amusement parks, zoos, even inside office buildings and private residences; and a pond teeming with Koi fish can give us the urge to build one. However, because it requires money, effort and time, you should really learn about how much of each goes into building and keeping those ponds in good order...Read More
Koi Pond Design
The following are some criteria to consider when designing a Koi pond:
Location: The main goal is to situate the pond where you can enjoy it to the maximum. Usually it should be near the house so you can visit your pond at least twice a day... Read More
Koi Pond Equipment
While your new pond is ready to be populated with the Koi variety you choose, you need to make sure that you have the right equipment for proper maintenance of the pond. It may not be possible to go and buy all the equipments to deal with each and every need, but there are a few must-haves like air and water pumps, water filters, hose and connectors, pond lighting, pond vacuums and waterproof electrical fittings... Read More
Koi Pond Liner
It is necessary to use a pond liner to prevent the pond water from seeping into the surrounding soil. There are several types available: concrete, fiberglass, rigid plastic and flexible plastic liners. Each one has advantages and disadvantages, so you need to understand each one and decide what is more applicable to your particular pond... Read More
Koi Pond Maintenance Articles
Koi Pond Aeration – It’s All About Oxygen
The amount of oxygen in your Koi pond is an important factor. Koi pond aeration can help keep the oxygen within expectable levels. Normally you would not think you would have to worry about that in an outdoor pond. But there are many factors that can and do contribute to an ever changing level of oxygen...Read More
Koi Pond Maintenance
You need to have a maintenance regimen after the construction of your Koi pond. This includes cleaning, filtering and even adding decorations to it. All ponds will eventually need a thorough cleaning. Decomposing leaves and other debris can collect on the pond’s bottom... Read More
