How to Build a Fish Pond and Stream / Cascade - Complete pond building video by Pondguru

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Aquamax Eco 8000 Pump: geni.us/2kMq
Filtoclear 30000 Filter: geni.us/41K9
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This is a compilation video of a 4 part series I uploaded a while back showing every stage of building and explaining how to build a pond for fish. It shows all the various steps taken to make a fish pond which is safe and accessible.
In this fish pond video, the start of each section is at the following time:
0:06 Digging the hole and laying the underlay / liner
7:44 Installing the cascade
24:02 Installing the edging, pump and filter
36:16 Rockery and finished pond with pump and filter details
45:32 Out-takes
Pump is Oase Aquamax Eco 8000 and the filter is an Oase Filtoclear 30000.
Liner is 1mm Firestone rubber.
Underlay is 300g / sq.m polyester underlay.
The design of this pond allows for good access and different positioning of the pump for winter and summer positions.
Check out my pond construction playlist for pond building guides covering many different types of ponds including wildlife ponds. fish ponds and koi ponds.
Thanks for watching.
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*PLEASE NOTE I HAVE CLOSED TYNE VALLEY AQUATICS AND NOW SELL FILTER MEDIA FROM HOME ONLINE. COLLECTING MEDIA IS NO PROBLEM JUST RING OR EMAIL ANY TIME.*
My phone number (Richard) 07772848730
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[@pondguru]

Click 'READ MORE' for full video description, links and time stamps. Aquamax Eco 8000 Pump: geni.us/2kMq Filtoclear 30000 Filter: geni.us/41K9 How to make a wildlife pond: kzbin.info/www/bejne/emncimhml9eDrKM How to make a koi pond: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmquqZeDhdmfl5o How to make a raised wooden fish pond: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2O8nK2lft1gmbc This is a compilation video of a 4 part series I uploaded a while back showing every stage of building and explaining how to build a pond for fish. It shows all the various steps taken to make a fish pond which is safe and accessible. In this fish pond video, the start of each section is at the following time: 0:06 Digging the hole and laying the underlay / liner 7:44 Installing the cascade 24:02 Installing the edging, pump and filter 36:16 Rockery and finished pond with pump and filter details 45:32 Out-takes Pump is Oase Aquamax Eco 8000 and the filter is an Oase Filtoclear 30000. Liner is 1mm Firestone rubber. Underlay is 300g / sq.m polyester underlay. The design of this pond allows for good access and different positioning of the pump for winter and summer positions. Check out my pond construction playlist for pond building guides covering many different types of ponds including wildlife ponds. fish ponds and koi ponds. Thanks for watching. BIOHOME FILTER MEDIA, FILTER UPGRADE KITS AND FOAMS HERE: www.filterpro.co.uk **PLEASE NOTE I HAVE CLOSED TYNE VALLEY AQUATICS AND NOW SELL FILTER MEDIA FROM HOME ONLINE. COLLECTING MEDIA IS NO PROBLEM JUST RING OR EMAIL ANY TIME.** My phone number (Richard) 07772848730 My email address [e-mail]

[@brendareynolds2913]

Pond pump

[@chadandaspentriplett2249]

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[@chadandaspentriplett2249]

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[@garlanddavidson6845]

Love your work! -my question is I just a house with a big back yard & in really thinking about Making a Koi pond (Decent size about the size you’re doing as Demonstrated) With the cascade waterfall. .it’s my first definitely a dyi You wouldn’t have any pointers or tricks of you trade such as what you demonstrated, that I could retain useful?

[@AbleOutdoors]

I was building ponds in the early 90's, and I must say without a doubt. This is the best how to build a pond video out there. You are a fantastic teacher and your attention to detail is a great asset. If anyone wants to know how to DIY a pond watch and watch again. Thank you for your knowledge.

[@pondguru]

No worries, man. I really should have done more instructional pond videos before I gave up installing them last year but I'm pleased with the the 'how to' fish pond and wildlife pond videos so I'm glad you enjoyed this one as I really liked putting it together.

[@zoltankeresztes4956]

Bill Brice

[@gtavtheavengergunnerlegend3340]

I've watched 300 videos and this is by far the best

[@pondguru]

15 people so far couldn't be bothered to watch the video through but thanks for being one of the many who appreciate it. Best of luck with the build.

[@pondguru]

This was filmed when I had time to shoot footage while on a job, lol It will be a good while before I make another 'how to' video as long and detailed as this one.

[@rjumhoefer7480]

im glad that someone finally explains how to do it step by step instead of telling you dig a circle then fill it up with water. great vidd!!

[@pondguru]

Kingsley Evering No worries, thanks for watching and appreciating the video.

[@pondguru]

The videos I have on youtube have a lot of tips and ideas but just let me know what you want further answers to, no worries.

[@pondguru]

Well done, man. Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos.

[@pondguru]

Stephen Studley It is Oase (German make) - details of pump and filter in video description (click 'show more'). I think there are a few dealers in US but don't know their names unfortunately.

[@pondguru]

It is one of my most viewed videos each month and the way it's going will overtake number one to be the most viewed one so I'm chuffed about that as I enjoyed making the pond and the video.

[@pondguru]

No worries. Hopefully I will be making some more guide videos this year if the weather ever warms up. Thanks for watching and appreciating. Good luck with your pond building.

[@pondguru]

No worries, thanks for watching and appreciating the video. I think this is my most viewed video every month so it's going well. Thanks also for thanking me in the message you sent. I will upload more videos as time and type of work allow.

[@carlasimpson5317]

This is the Best 4 part video on building a Pond! I just Love The Pond Guru’s accent. He explains step by step exactly what to do. I even took screen shots and printed off the pictures to do my very own “Duck Pond”. Thank you Pond Guru! You make it look a lot easier than it’s been for me. But It is my first and it’s looking really good(if mortar holds). I hope I mixed it as you said. I just love your videos! Thank You!!!!

[@pondguru]

Alex Paulsen Yeah, that's about right, man.

[@pondguru]

I really should do some more guide videos but I've just been bashing on without filming most of the builds lately. Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos.

[@pondguru]

No worries, man. Just uploading another similar one which shows more of the filter and pipework. Should be up in an hour or so. Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos.

[@LowTechTank]

my dream project! will be doing this someday.

[@freshimpactco.8698]

Start your pond now..... I hope after three years you built your pond. 😂😁

[@Zanzubaa]

I have watched plenty of pond guide videos and you put most of them to shame. I leard alot so thank you. It is obvious you are good at what you do. A good mix of not caring about getting your hands dirty and an eye for the artisic stuff with the rocks. I like you are accomodating to the critters as well =p You also highlighted for me the need for good quality materials. It really shows in the end result.

[@pondguru]

Zanzubaa1 Glad you enjoyed the video. I sometimes miss making the ponds as some of them were a really interesting to build. Yes quality materials are essential for every outdoor project. Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos.

[@pondguru]

This is my last year landscaping so I want to make some really good videos of the jobs before I give it up so there will be more coming, no worries. Thanks for watching, man.

[@pondguru]

Will do, man. Glad you're enjoying the videos and thanks for watching.

[@angelocatalano1799]

That is one in a million I really enjoyed After being discouraged I give up But this, give me the courage to start over again

[@pondguru]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video and that you found it useful - thanks for watching.

[@pondguru]

I hope the build goes well. Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos.

[@pondguru]

No problem. I intend to do a few of the complete builds as 'how to videos' this year. Thanks for watching and appreciating.

[@arleneportsmouth1263]

This is by far one of the very best videos on building a pond that I have ever seen! You have the most detailed information and I hope the German company who manufactures this filter and pump uses this part of your video for their commercial. I especially appreciate the information on the filter and on the pump as well. The word is pronounced "si-----mul--taneous--ly. The "I" sounds like "TYME."

[@pondguru]

Part of me wishes I still made pond construction videos as I love the feedback about any of the 'how to' videos I made when I was a pond builder. Glad you enjoyed the video and found it useful.

[@jjjubeee]

Wonderful! Beautiful pond and so informative! I wish I could bring you to Australia to build me a pond! Thank you :-)

[@pondguru]

I wish I could bring me to Australia - your winter is better than our summer, lol

[@pondguru]

No worries. If I get time this year I will do some more pond guide videos. Thanks for watching and appreciating.

[@pondguru]

Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos. No can do on the handouts unfortunately as I have given up building ponds since my online sales business took off. The pump and filter used in any of my pond videos will be mentioned in the video description as well and usually in the video too.

[@keepingstephen]

Would be cool to see an update on how the pond is doing in 2020!

[@scabbycatcat4202]

I agree. I would love to see what he did about the rockery and perhaps what it looked like when established. A Very good presentation and very informative. I wished I had realised just how you can use mortar the way he does when I built my pond 30 years ago. Its now so overgrown you cannot see it and I believe it has an old shipping trolly semi submerged. Lost interest in it I'm afraid.

[@jaaron-alexis1687]

Awesome babe. The best pond building video I have watched. Truly detailed and informative. Can't wait to watch more. You should be paid for endorsements on the pumps and filters you use. I know I will be using them. Have a lot of work to do on my property and think you will be a wealth of information and education.

[@pondguru]

+J Aaron-Alexis I loved making the pond construction videos and that is the thing I miss most about landscaping but I had to give that up when my shop was failing and my online sales business was growing. I later closed my shop too and work from home. I will be shooting a pond update video soon.

[@pondguru]

Good to hear you've been building ponds. Hard work is never wasted if done with a clear goal in mind. This video seems to be getting many views lately and is the most viewed video on my channel for the last few weeks so thanks for watching and appreciating. Enjoy your ponds - they always add interest to the garden.

[@pondguru]

No worries. I'm glad to be of service. Thanks for watching and appreciating the video.

[@kev44rob]

Fantastic video mate! Just bought a place with a small pond and the liner is leaking somewhere. And there are too many fish so I've decided to enlarge it by a third. No idea what I'm doing really but your video is a great guide! Cheers, Kev

[@pondguru]

Glad you enjoyed the video and best of luck with your pond building.

[@addy113]

get rid of that liner and put in cement !!

[@kev44rob]

addy113 Something I'd have considered except that I've already bought the new liner, underlay etc. Plus I need to get it filled and settled urgently as my holding tank for the fish is too small. But thanks for the suggestion!

[@TheRedRider100]

What material is the underlay made up of and what was the length and width of the liner used?

[@pondguru]

No worries, I don't mind showing people how it's done as I want to see well made ponds instead of the horrendous messes I see on a regular basis, lol. Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos.

[@pondguru]

With the correct foundations and materials the outcome will always have a good chance of having a good ending. Thanks for watching.

[@tazan4387]

IT AWESOME

[@darleenbeard6745]

My hubby and I both loved your video AND your accent! ...it was very informative. We have a few questions: 1) Does the more expensive filter/pump/filtering waterfall mean less cleaning of the units? Some have "baskets" that you take out and empty and some have all sorts of filter mats/sponges/media bags/bio balls/etc. that must be washed off daily with a hose...we are looking for the least amount of work for our pond and if the more expensive units mean less work, than that's what we want. 2) I'm seeing the name brands of Atlantic, Oasis, and Savio a lot in my pond-shopping. Is one brand better than another? 3) One of the filters I ran across has "Patented Integrated UV System Housing" so does that mean it has the UV filters inside of it? Do you recommend that over buying a separate UV light? 4) we are looking at pond kits to make it easier for us to install....do you recommend kits and if so, what name brand is a good one to go with for the least amount of work? We are looking for a pond that's about 1800-2000 gallons...and finally 5) do you recommend gold fish or koi and what's the difference? I've heard koi will eat all your plants and I want plants in my pond...thanks for your expertise! Your new fans, Darleen & David Riffle

[@pondguru]

There are a couple of brands I do not recognise there - what country are you in? I really only know the UK / Europe products.

[@darleenbeard6745]

United States. Basically, what is the easiest to maintain type of filter, pump, and waterfall filter? Thanks so much! Darleen

[@pondguru]

The pressure filters are very good as they can be hidden out of the way and still have the outlet feeding up to a cascade. I'm not involved in the US market so don't know what is available there but as long as you go for a pump big enough to give a good flow down the cascade. When sizing the pump you will need to give the dealer the vertical measurement from water surface to highest point of cascade, width of widest fall of cascade and the length (and internal diameter) of the pipe for them to properly size a pump for the job. Once that flow rate for cascade was worked out you'd take 10%-15% off for the pressure filter (that is normally how much flow is restricted by a pressure filter). Once that is worked out then step up to the next pump up if necessary. The Oase pumps are expensive but are very reliable, very low maintenance and have very low running costs which is a major concern considering a filter needs to run 24/7. I have seen many pumps available in the US and the running costs are crazy as they are such high wattage (power consumption). The filter would be sized depending on the pond volume and stock e.g. a 20000 filter would suit a 10000 pond with a mix of fish or a 7000-8000 pond with koi. It depends on the manufacturer but most will have sensible information on how capable each model of filter is. Hope that helps.

[@pondguru]

No worries. Thanks for watching and appreciating the video. I wish I was working in Bulgaria installing ponds as its been so wet / cold over here for the last 5 months I've hardly built any at all. With any luck we'll get a good long summer and I'll really be able to crack on so more videos will follow and I'm aiming to make most of them as guides as they seem to be the most popular ones. This video is second most viewed for me this month - thanks for that.

[@pondguru]

No worries. Thanks for watching and appreciating the video. Best of luck if you decide to build your own pond.

[@lanesteele240]

One of these days I'm going to England and I'm gone get me some of that muck stuff

[@user-dv1fh9vv3y]

it was just dirt

[@biologicalmedia8134]

lanesteele240 lol

[@pain4783]

That went right over someone's head...lol

[@tazan4387]

RERALLY HELP FULL

[@pondguru]

Size of liner is dependant on pond / cascade size. I can't remember the exact size for this pond but it would have been: max length + 2x depth + 0.5m and max width + 2x depth + 0.5m. I have put note of filter and pump in description, no worries.

[@pondguru]

I wish I was closer to you too. The weather in the UK is awful for 9 months of the year. Thanks for watching and appreciating.

[@GT-Lokie9]

i personaly prefe 40 mil rubber. its thicker and more durable

[@pondguru]

+Ryan Cole I think that is the same product but that is the US name for it? The liner I used for pond building came from Firestone in US.

[@GT-Lokie9]

+Pondguru Outdoors yes I'm in the usa. 40 mil is the thickness of the pond liner and grade. firestone is the best and most expensive. but well worth it. I've built well over 30000 koi ponds since I've been doing them. almost 5yrs. it's a big demand here. and people want there ponds to last so I use 40 mil. it's durable and less likely to become brittle. it has a lifetime warrenty

[@GT-Lokie9]

+Pondguru Outdoors also... pond pumps and filter 52nd to burn out quickly.... 95% of my costumers prefer useing a sand filtration system or custom system via pool pump and median. more reliable and easy cleaning

[@pondguru]

+Ryan Cole Feel free to link videos of your work here as there is plenty to choose from. Over 30000 ponds in 5 years - how can you have built 16.4 ponds per day?

[@GT-Lokie9]

+Pondguru Outdoors. I don't. I work 6 Days a week all year. Sun or rain snow or heat. lol

[@pondguru]

No worries. Hopefully there will be enough in the video to guide you through the build. Thanks for watching and appreciating the video.

[@pondguru]

Thanks for watching and appreciating the video and also thanks for your help the other day - I will be back in touch when I get back from holiday, no worries.

[@pondguru]

No problem, man. Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos.

[@pondguru]

Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos, man.

[@pondguru]

No worries. Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos, man.

[@pondguru]

The sound is variable as it is filmed outdoors and I am differing distances from the microphone. Still OK for me, too. Thanks for watching and appreciating the video.

[@pondguru]

Good to hear. Best of luck with the build.

[@pondguru]

No worries, man. Glad you are enjoying the videos and thanks for subscribing. There will be plenty more to come.

[@pondguru]

Thanks for your insight and best of luck with future projects.

[@pondguru]

Doesn't really matter how many steps the cascade has or how long it is as long as it is roughly in proportion to the pond. 4' is way deep enough for everything but very large koi. I build right through the year unless there are heavy frosts (which damages the cement) Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos.

[@haitch04]

As an ex aquatics supplier, now retired and having built a few ponds I can honestly say your methods and the way you explain the reasons are truly spot on. While the pond is not designed for serious Koi keeping it is more than adequate for keeping some really nice pond fish and attracting wild life. I know I'm late to the party but thank you for sharing.

[@pondguru]

I generally make the shelves around 9"-12" wide but it depends how large the edging rocks are for the particluar pond. Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos.

[@pondguru]

No worries. Thanks for watching and appreciating the video. Hopefully you'll get on well with your pond.

[@sothousak2047]

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[@pondguru]

Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos.

[@pondguru]

That sounds about right. You have some crazy measurements over there, man. I had a guy ask me about cups and quarts and I was totally lost, lol.

[@pondguru]

The filter would be hidden by plants / bushes which were to be planted on and around the mound so provided it wasn't right at the edge of the pond or on top of the mound it could easily be disguised, no worries. Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos.

[@pondguru]

No worries, glad you enjoyed the video and can take something from it for your own project. Good luck with the build.

[@pondguru]

No worries. Thank you for watching and appreciating the video.

[@pondguru]

Yes as long it is flushed out after a couple of weeks to remove lime. Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos.

[@pondguru]

Not sure about 'cute'. 'Weathered' would probably be a more accurate description, lol Thanks for watching and appreciating the video.

[@pondguru]

Glad you took something from the videos and it sounds like you had a good time on the project. Nice one, man.

[@pondguru]

You can add a skimmer to the adjustable inlet of the pump which is an Oase Aquamax pump. Should one be needed it can be added, no worries. Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos.

[@pondguru]

The rocks were from my garden rockery which had been there for about 10 years so it was great to use aged rocks. Thanks for watching and appreciating the video.

[@pondguru]

No worries. Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos. Good luck with the building of your pond.

[@pondguru]

Thanks for watching and appreciating the video.

[@pondguru]

No worries. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@pondguru]

I haven't been near the area to call in and have a look unfortunately so I haven't got a video of it planted up and stocked with fish. There is a video of another fish pond completed which looks good after the rest of the garden is completed. Can't remember the exact title but it ends in 'Revisited. Thanks for watching it and appreciating the video.

[@pondguru]

No worries, Thanks for appreciating the video.

[@pondguru]

No worries, man. Thanks for watching and appreciating the video.

[@pondguru]

No worries, man. Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos.

[@pondguru]

Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos. No matter how many videos of all topics I put on KZbin there will always be people who want to try and make themselves look clever or just have the intent of provoking some sort of reaction. Whilst it is their right to do so they obviously don't read any of my replies to the previous trolls before bashing out their ill conceived screed. Thankfully the good comments vastly outweigh the bad ones.

[@pondguru]

I used that one to pass water under it but it does give the appearance of a turn in the stream. Thanks for watching and appreciating, man.

[@pondguru]

I used the ones from a rockery in my garden which I had for years in an old part of the garden. All rocks will be fine.

[@neonskyline1]

Just getting a few tips off the Pond Guru, I'm gonna be making a stream down the garden to a pond hopefully next year, great video

[@pondguru]

As it is in a low point of the garden all you have to do if you want to drop the level is to use the filter drain to pump water down a nearby drain hole. Thanks for watching and appreciating the videos.

[@back2ditime]

This is a very educational video. I will be using this as a guide to build mine. Thanks alot.

[@pondguru]

Thanks, man. Best of luck with the build.

[@pondguru]

+Kenly Wu Details in video description.

[@pondguru]

I think it took 2-3 days to settle and the filter was flushed once. Fish added after a couple of weeks. Thanks for watching and appreciating the video.

[@pondguru]

No worries, man. Thanks for watching and appreciate the videos.

[@HouseFairyDIY]

I learnt so much from this video. You explained everything so well. I now understand all the various pond parts I have found in my garden. Thanks!

[@pondguru]

No worries, man. Thanks for watching and appreciating.

[@pondguru]

No worries, thanks for watching and appreciating the videos.

[@grayceann9642]

Awesome video! I will definitely refer to this video when I create my stream. Thanks!

[@pondguru]

No problem. Thanks for watching and appreciating the video.

[@derpfrog5625]

great looking pond! probably looks better now with all the plant growth !

[@pondguru]

Thanks for watching and appreciating the video. The pump and filter are manufactured by Oase - details in video description. I know what you mean about the foam. All the ponds just seem to end up looking like a jumble of rocks. Not sure why they all look the same although 'Jagged Moss' makes some very good ponds which buck the trend and look very nice.

[@pondguru]

The plant part is important in such a large pond as it really will do a good job of soaking up nitrates.

[@pondguru]

No poblem. Gracias por mirar y apreciar.

[@pondguru]

No worries, thanks for watching and appreciating.

[@tazzzidevil]

Enjoyed watching this and learned heaps - I don't have a pond now - I did year's ago and it was similar on a much smaller scale ...what I have now is a tropical fish tank and you have set me straight on how to filter properly - works beautifully and I have never gone back ....Cheers !!

[@pondguru]

No worries, thanks for watching and appreciating the video.

[@pondguru]

I think they are the best pumps and that's why I use them in all my pond jobs too. Thanks for watching, man.

[@pondguru]

Thanks for watching and appreciating the video. It's a popular one this.

[@pondguru]

The 'How to' videos I make are really about the important stuff - construction. How the pond is stocked is secondary really but if I get the chance I will do a 'Revisited' video, no worries.