| While there are different types of filters, they all | | | | Take note that filters also have a limit which |
| operate on the same principles. Water is pumped | | | | varies from type to type. The weakest filters can |
| into the filter, gets cleaned and then goes back | | | | handle around 500 gallons, enough for most |
| out to the pond, sometimes through a stream or | | | | backyard ponds. The strongest filters have up to |
| fountain. Pump, filter and water feature: the | | | | 10 times that capacity. And if that's not enough, |
| combination of these elements is called the Water | | | | with a little expertise and money, you can build |
| Filtration System. With a properly installed | | | | your own custom filter. Remember, it's better to |
| filtration system, your outdoor pond to will stay | | | | invest in equipment that's more powerful than |
| clean and healthy for years to come. | | | | necessary than buying weak ones that you'll |
| Check Your Equipment | | | | eventually replace. |
| Ensure that your pump is strong enough to move | | | | Installation |
| the necessary amount of water through the | | | | Every type of pump and filter is designed to be in |
| entire system. Aside from the size of the pond | | | | a specific location. The equipment's installation |
| and the distance of the pump output, you'll have | | | | instructions will tell you where to site it. Simple |
| to consider the resistance that the filter's solid | | | | systems such as a submersible pump and filter |
| media creates. Filters contain one or more layers | | | | can be set up within minutes, while others require |
| of water permeable material that are designed to | | | | a bit more elbow grease. Be prepared to |
| catch debris and remove the water's toxicity. If | | | | purchase and lay out the hose or piping that your |
| your pump is not strong enough, the filter will | | | | filtration system requires. It's a good idea to |
| hinder the cycle and the filtration system might | | | | include the pipe, pump and filter locations in you |
| be doing more harm than good. | | | | pond plans well ahead of time. |