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Finish Filter and Enjoy!
Next, cut a notch in the container and using some dirt, build a
ramp from the pond to the lip of the container. Next, using silicone sealant,
attach a leftover piece of pond liner to the lip of the container. Let the pond
liner run down the ramp and overhang the edge of the pond. Let the silicone
cure.
Next, build a "filter element" as pictured in the top right. The
shape doesn't matter, you can build a horseshoe or square shape. It just has to
fit inside of the bottom of the tub. Leave the tube sticking above the top
level of the tub so you can hook the hose up to it. Next, get some lava rocks
like you use in gas grill, wash them thoroughly and fill the container at least
half full with them. Hook the pump up to the filter element and turn it on and
check for leaks. Using small rocks, conceal the pond liner.
Now, you might experience an algae bloom in a couple of days,
get a pond test kit and make sure the ph, nitrates, nitrites and other
parameters are right. Most likely the algae will go away. As a last resort,
you might use an algacide but this also attacks lillies and other pond plants.
Feed your lillies and plants and in no time you'll have a most enjoyable place.
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