Want a pond that exudes clarity and beauty? Look no further than the marvels of undergravel filtration. Today’s guest is Mike White, widely known as The Pond Wizard, who is acclaimed for his groundbreaking contributions to undergravel suction grid installation techniques. Mike discusses the success and popularity of undergravel filtration, its impact on the pond-building community, and its adoption in various locations, even internationally.
In this episode, we talk about:
Mike’s pond building journey and the unique features of Mike’s pond
How Mike came up with the concept of the undergravel pond filtration system and how he worked on developing and improving the system over the years
The success and popularity of the underground suction grid installation method
Combining undergravel suction grids with other filtration methods like skimmers and moving bed filters
Eric and Mike’s experiences of transitioning from traditional pond construction to incorporating undergravel suction grids in their projects
The pros and cons of suction grids compared to external filtration systems
Covering ponds with a greenhouse in the winter to keep the water moving and prevent it from freezing
Various pond-building technologies, such as undergravel filters, external pumps, airlifts, and helix skimmers
The importance of creating low-maintenance, self-sustaining ponds for homeowners
Mentioned
White Water Filters on Facebook
Links to resources:
The Pond Digger - https://theponddigger.com/
You can also check out The Pond Digger's products at:
http://helixpondfiltration.com/
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