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Aqualast ® Rubber
This extremely
robust and strongly recommended product is excellent value for
medium to large ponds.
Material
EPDM rubber
Thickness: 1mm (0.040")
Roll lengths: 50' or 100'
Roll widths: 8' 10' 12' 14' 16' 18' 20' 22' 24' 26' 28' 30' 36'
40' 50'
Non-standard lengths are also available in the above widths.
Lifetime guarantee on sizes up to 140 m sq (1,500 ft sq).
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Butyl Rubber
Premium quality
liner suitable for aquatic projects of any size, shape or complexity.
Material Butyl rubber
Thickness: 0.75 mm (0.030")
Roll lengths: 50' or 100'
Roll widths: 8' 10' 12' 14' 16' 18' 20' 22' 24' 26' 28' 30' etc
to 93'6"
Any in-between
sizes can be supplied to special order. Largest section 93'6"
x 131' (28.5 x 40 m).
On-site welding
service for larger installations. Box-welding to customer specifications.
Lifetime guarantee on sizes up to 140 m sq (1,500 ft sq ).
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Installation
Guide
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1
Excavate
hole for liner to required shape. The sides should be made sloping
inwards rather than vertical; cut out deep (45 cm minimum) and shallow
(approx. 25 cm) water areas as illustrated. Provided your excavation
is carefully levelled around the top edge the liner can be concealed
by the finishing edging. |
2
Remove
any sharp stones or roots and spread a good layer of sand over the
base of the pool. We strongly suggest that an underlay with a minimum
weight of 250 g/m 2 or carpet be used to protect the liner. Do not
drag the liner into position but unfold it carefully as sharp stones
may cut it. Anchor the edge of the liner with smooth sided rocks
or bricks, taking care that they are evenly distributed. |
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3
Gradually run a little water into the pool, pleating and tucking
the liner into shape as necessary to give a neat finish. At first
the liner will stretch, then as the volume of water increases the
liner will move inwards to the shape of the side. Fill completely
with water. Check all round for close fitting. Trim off surplus
material with scissors allowing sufficient overlap around the pool
perimeter for anchorage. |
4
Finish
the edges of the pool with paving slabs as shown in the drawing
allowing an overhang. If preferred, turves can be placed over the
edge of the liner so that they touch the water. |
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A water garden is
not only a decorative feature, it is a living environment in which plant
and fish life can
flourish. The following tips will help to get them established and provide
you with pleasure throughout the seasons.
Plants are essential
to keep the water clean and oxygenated. They should be planted in heavy
clay type soils in plastic basket containers lined with hessian. Planting
season: April to September.
Marginal plants
need about 25 cm of water. Deep marginal plants need at least 45 cm
of water.
Oxygenating plants
will grow at any depth, but usually placed on the bottom. Water Lilies
need at least 45 cm of water. Floating plants should be placed on surface
of water.
Fish should be
introduced only once plants have become established - at least two weeks.
Most fish will live happily together, scavenger types being useful for
the bottom of the pond. Your aquatic centre will advise.
Fountains and waterfalls
provide extra interest and will benefit fish and plants by adding oxygen
to the water.
For expert advice
on any aspect of water gardening consult your local aquatic centre.
We
also sell rolls of double sided Butyl tape. 10 metres x 50 mm
