Getting the best pond filter isn’t a decision that you should do lightly. All ponds are different, and you need to get one that is perfect for your needs. That’s why in this section we’ll give you all the information you need to make the right choice for you. Once you’ve read this guide, you’ll know all about the key features and how these pond filters do their magic. If an electricity supply is needed to power the filtration system, this must be installed by a qualified electrician.

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External pump-fed filters– water is pumped from the pond into the filter under pressure, but drains out by gravity. You can’t run a fountain using the outflow from this filter. The filter must be installed with the outlet above the pond water level. Pump-fed filters are easy to install and don’t require any alteration to the structure of the pond All our electrical products carry a 12 month guarantee or longer if specified by the manufacturer. Products that carry a manufacturer’s guarantee can be returned, if faulty, to us for repair or exchange as necessary during the guarantee period. As we’ve seen, there are many different types of pond filters, and the best one for you will depend on the type of pond you have. UV – UV rays kill bacteria, and, therefore, using this in a filter can help to clear the water. The Laguna Pressure-Flo PF1000 UVC Filter has a bright bulb to do this while also having mechanical and biological filters. Pond filter sizeIt isn’t the filter with the highest capacity out there, but it’s suitable for ponds up to 1,200 gallons and copes with pump pressure up to 700 GPH. It’s brilliantly effective, and you get that pressurized filtration while also having bio balls and a UV clarifier. When looking into creating a waterfall effect for your pond, you may come across waterfall units called waterfall “spillways.” These are very similar to waterfall filters, but more basic in design. Both will create a spillway of water into your pond, but a waterfall filter has a built-in filtration system which will help make water clearer. A waterfall spillway is essentially a waterfall filter, just without the filter! It collects water until full, and then the water flows over the top, creating a waterfall – nothing fancy! A very basic spillway without filtration media.

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This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov If you have a large pond, then this filter from OASE is going to be perfect. The model that we looked at was great for ponds of up to 5,000 gallons, and they also have a model that will go up to 10,000 gallons. This outstanding pond filter is perfect for larger ponds. It has both mechanical and biological filtration and comes with temperature and cleaning indicators" For a small pond, having a waterfall with a compact filter could be perfect, and the Pond Boss Complete Filter Kit with Pump is a great example of that. If instead, you have a much larger pond, the OASE BioSmart filter would be perfect as they have models suitable for ponds of either 5 or 10,000 gallons. Maximum flow rateThe Casart Bio Pressure Filter also comes with both mechanical and biological filters in addition to an ultraviolet sterilizer. As for the mechanical filters, they include four filter sponges that eliminate some of the impurities in your pond water. These can be removed for washing before you return them to the device, or you can opt to replace them with new ones. Our preformed waterfalls come in a variety of prices from leading manufacturers in the aquatic industry - so you can rest assured your waterfall will be leak free! If you’re refreshing your pond completely, why not consider looking at our range of pond construction accessories and equipment.