Pond Building & Kits

How to Choose a Pump

How to Choose a Pump

Let’s look at how to choose a pump: With each pump on this web site, there is a chart showing how many GPM (gallons per minute) or GPH (gallons pe...

Friction Loss in PVC Pipe

Friction Loss in PVC Pipe

Feet of head is typically measured in terms of vertical lift (the height above water level that you are pumping the water), but the diameter and ...

Choosing the Proper Water Line

Choosing the Proper Water Line

This task doesn’t have to be complicated: do not use pipe that is smaller than what is listed for your maximum flow rate! Example: If you are pump...

How to Calculate Pond Liner Size

How to Calculate Pond Liner Size

Here is how to calculate pond liner size for your project: Length: Add the maximum length, plus twice the maximum depth, plus at least one extra fo...

Pond Kits

Pond Kits

Pond Kits are a great way to be sure you have all the materials necessary to build your pond. Complete Pond Kits: We carry many different comple...

Selecting the right Building Materials

Selecting the right Building Materials

By purchasing your pond components from a reputable distributor, like Keystone Hatcheries, you will be able to avoid using products that are unsaf...

Tips for a Good Pond Design

Tips for a Good Pond Design

It is critical that your pond is initially designed properly with adequate waterflow, aeration and biofiltration to keep the oxygen levels high and...