Excellent article! It’s really helped me in narrowing down my choice of liner for my first pond. Thank you. Reply I’m working on a plan to start an aquaculture business and you’ve given me plenty to think about. Keep up the great work. I love how honest and thorough you are.

Unlike a swimming pool which can be painted different colours, painting a pond liner with epoxy pond should be completely avoided. Pond liners are usually made from a rubber/plastic material which has been completely UV treated to ensure they are durable and safe for all pond life including fish, frogs and even plants. We’re so happy that you enjoyed the article and found it helpful! Thanks for reading and letting us know! Reply The best pond liner is one that is easy to lay, suits your budget, lasts a lifetime, and doesn’t leak. How do I choose which pond liner will be the best for me? Yes, you can. Pond dyes should be safe for all fish and aquatic life and wildlife, but just make sure that the products you buy are labeled as natural and safe for humans and animals. Buying from a well-established brand is the best idea. If you want to swim in the pond, you should wait 24 hours or more after adding the dye so that it dissolves fully.

To get the best out of your bespoke liner, we would recommend that all pond or lake liners are installed with a good quality pond underlay to provide protection from stones and roots. We supply AquaSHIELD protective matting in both 200gsm and 275gsm.

Speaking from my own experience, the lighter colours really look nice, especially at night – however over time I realised that even with the best pond vac, I can’t justify spending every day removing pond debris and fish waste. With these factors in mind, you’ll be able to choose a color that makes your pond a perfect addition to your property. The pond color should complement the colors in your landscape. For example, if you have a lot of green foliage around your pond, a green or blue pond blends in well with the surroundings.

Stan, you’re welcome to upload a picture and post in a new comment using a hosting service like this one: https://postimages.org Alternatively, you can also look for other types of flexible pond liners that are more widely available, such as EPDM or butyl. These are also strong, flexible and resistant to temperature and UV damage, but they can be a little more expensive than fPP (but since it’s so hard to find, I guess it doesn’t matter too much!). EPDM Rubber: Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM) rubber is a popular choice for blue pond liners due to its flexibility and durability. EPDM liners can easily conform to the shape of your pond, making them suitable for a variety of designs. They are also resistant to UV radiation, extreme temperatures, and punctures.

The Supply Chain has affected delivery times from many of our manufacturers as demand has increased. We appreciate your patience. The calculator above is easy to use, we can assist whether you know what size liner you need or you have the dimensions of your pond and need help calculating the final sheet size: just select the buttons that suit you and type in your measurements..A good quality pond liner is an essential part of any pond. It forms a watertight barrier that retains pond water and stops it from seeping into the surrounding earth while also helping to avoid unwanted plants from taking up residence. Additionally, It can help to ensure that your pond water stays crystal clear. Investing in a good pond liner is the first step to creating fantastic ponds and water gardens. What are the main types of Swell Pond Liner? Our Butyl rubber and EPDM rubber materials are totally UV stable and non toxic for all forms of aquatic and plant life. Thank you for this information. I have a pond liner that I’ve been using for about 3 years with no problems. I’m looking to buy another pond liner and attaching them together but because I bought it so long ago, I don’t remember what type it is. It is very flexible, wasn’t too expensive, seems to be durable, and, probably most telling, it has been welded together at the factory. Any suggestion as to what type of liner this is? Painting your pond liner may introduce toxic chemicals into your pond which would not only be bad for pond life, but would completely upset the balance of your pond water. fPP liners are heat-treatable and can be seamed through welding. They don’t expand as much in heat as HDPE or LLDPE liners do, though. This means that fPP geomembranes have a wider range of temperatures over which they can successfully welded, making them easier to seam. Also, unlike HDPE and LLDPE liners, fPP liners can be custom-assembled in large pieces and folded up in the factory, which can be advantageous when you’re looking to line a uniquely shaped pond. fPP products are fish safe, moderately priced, and have a lifespan of up to 30 years when covered.