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Produce => Ponds 'n' Stuff => Topic started by: sheddie on January 30, 2012, 10:37:50

Title: Any thoughts on this pond liner
Post by: sheddie on January 30, 2012, 10:37:50: Hi guys,

I'd like to add a small pond at the allotment, the old idea of attracting frogs and toads etc. I would like just to have something small (and cheap) and have spotted this pond liner:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/130551291756?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/130551291756?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649)

I noticed on the picture that it looks to be a woven material and I have heard mention that these may leak? - I don't really want to go to massive expense and get the thick butyl type sheet though.

Could you let me know what you think? - is it a bargain or a potential headache?!

thanks in advance ;D
Sheddie
Title: Re: Any thoughts on this pond liner
Post by: elhuerto on January 30, 2012, 11:32:45: Seems ok to me although I used a butyl sheet for mine. It has a 25 year guarantee and I can't imagine them selling if leakage was a problem. I might be inclined to dig the pond first and then buy the liner as I see they sell many different sizes and you don't want to be caught short.
Title: Re: Any thoughts on this pond liner
Post by: Kleftiwallah on January 30, 2012, 11:37:54: If it's for the allotment, why not go to your local builder's merchants and ask about an off cut of D.P.M. Damp Proof Membrane. This is the heavy duty plastic sheeting they lay on the ground below the foundations of a new building. Could be a lot cheaper. ::) Cheers, Tony.
Title: Re: Any thoughts on this pond liner
Post by: sheddie on January 30, 2012, 11:50:32: Hi Tony,

Interesting point, many thanks. I've seen this one too: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/270888173503?var=570053053538&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/270888173503?var=570053053538&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649)

Or B&Q: http://www.diy.com/nav/decor/flooring/wood-laminate-flooring/underlay_for_wood___laminate_flooring/B-and-Q-Damp-Proof-Membrane-11687523 (http://www.diy.com/nav/decor/flooring/wood-laminate-flooring/underlay_for_wood___laminate_flooring/B-and-Q-Damp-Proof-Membrane-11687523)

but may well contact my local JT Dove store to see if they have any off-cuts.

Thanks for the tip
;D
Title: Re: Any thoughts on this pond liner
Post by: ACE on February 04, 2012, 11:34:33: We have used the woven one without problems for a few years now. It is cheaper and a lot easier an than the thick butyl type to mould to shapes and shelves. See your local marquee hirers and get the old carpets they use. They only use them once for weddings etc. But they make good underfelts for pond liners.
Title: Re: Any thoughts on this pond liner
Post by: sheddie on February 04, 2012, 14:37:05: cheers ACE, another good tip!

what an inventive lot we are!

;D
sheddie