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Cement can play many roles in pond construction
by Kent Wallace, Living Water Solutions
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hen it comes to pond construction methods, there are several types to consider. One of the most common methods is using a rubber liner or other flexible sheet over dirt. This is by far the easiest, and when used in an area with very stable earth, it can work well over a long period of time. The major drawback of the liner-on-dirt method is the integrity of the edge. Over time,
July/August 2020
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the edge can get pushed down or moved by plants or animals, causing the edge to drop below the water line and creating a leak point. Many good contractors have developed methods to deal with this, but the softer the ground is, the more likely it is to occur. The solution to this problem can come in many forms, but it always revolves around the long-term stabilization of the edge. Edge support can be made out treated wood if the pond is square or rectangular. The life expectancy is based on the deterioration rate of the wood. Metal or plastic landscape edging can be POND Trade Magazine 49
