What You Need to Know About Pond Filtration
Fish dart beneath lily pads while the melodious sound of a waterfall tickles your ears. The fragrance of clean water and nearby flowers intoxicates your senses. Enjoying a naturally-balanced pond in your own outdoor setting is an attainable luxury every homeowner can experience. Most pond owners are aware of the importance that good water quality plays in a pond habitat. But not knowing how to get or keep water quality can prove challenging to some pond owners. A bit of basic knowledge will help you keep your pond looking beautiful and performing optimally throughout the season.
A good biological filtration system, teamed with a proper mechanical filter to remove solids before the water enters the biological filtration unit, is the most effective way to filter water. With adequate biological and mechanical filtration, the need for clarifiers is eliminated altogether, thereby ensuring a natural ecosystem pond.
The Job of a Pond Skimmer
Mechanical filters—or skimmers—remove leaves and debris before they sink and decay. They also hide the pump and plumbing so they aren’t visible in the pond. Box skimmers are the most common and easiest to maintain. Horizontal filter mats work best because they keep their shape, don’t clog easily, and prevent the pump chamber from running dry. As water enters the skimmer, large debris is caught in the basket, then finer debris is filtered before the water is sent to the biological filter.
Biological Pond Filtration Goes to Work
Biological filters receive pre-filtered water from the skimmer. Water flows upward through filter media that removes fine to medium particles, then spills over the waterfall lip to return to the pond. This creates natural aeration and helps maintain healthy water. Biological filters come in various sizes and can handle ponds up to 10,000 gallons, with larger ponds using multiple units.
Features of Aquascape Signature Series Pond Skimmers
Faux-rock Lid
Natural looking faux-rock lid conceals the filter in the surrounding landscape.
Patented Faceplate
Allows you to adjust the water level after installation (1000 model only).
Rigid Debris Basket
Large, rigid debris basket makes maintenance easier.
Professional, Watertight Seals
Injection-molded fittings ensure watertight performance.
Corrosion-resistant Hardware
Stands up to the elements without cross-threading.
Rigid Filter Mat
Removes smaller sediment and debris effectively.
Rounded Shape
Provides maximum structural strength.
Locking Weir Door
Innovative locking design for easier maintenance.
Signature Series 200 Pond Skimmer
Custom Lid
Durable lid provides protection of the filter components.
6" Weir
A floating weir designed to raise and lower to match the pond's water level.
Debris Net
Large-volume debris net makes maintenance easier than ever.
Optional Filter Brush
Optional filter brush cartridge designed to handle fine debris passing the debris net.
Optional Overflow
Overflow kit helps maintain proper water level during overflow situations.
Optional Filter Brush
The optional filter brush cartridge is designed to handle any debris that finds its way past the debris net. The Brush Cartridge is sold separately and can be purchased here.
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Optional Overflow
Overflow Kit for Signature Series 200 Pond Skimmer helps maintain proper water level in an overflow situation. The Signature Series 200 Pond Skimmer Overflow Kit is sold separately and can be purchased here
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