Save Money While Building A Pond

July 13, 2010 | By In gardening |

On your journey discovering how to build a pond, I am sure you have come to the realization that ponds are not exactly cheap to build. I am here to help you solve that dilemma by sharing some great ways to build a pond that looks great and doesn’t burst your budget.

How to build a pond without spending too much:

1.Find a great spot in your yard. Avoid areas under trees where leaves will fall into the pond. You want to be able to see your pond from your house so put it near a window or deck with a view.

2.Purchase a small kiddy pool that is the size of the pond you want. You can get these for less than 10 dollars, and it’s a great cheat for how to build a pool easily. You can also usually find these in great shapes that will make your pond very pretty. Some of them are fish, stars, or seashells.

3.Next, place the pool in the area that you will be putting your pond, and mark around it. Dig the hole using the markings for guides. Then you simply place the kiddy pool inside. Make sure the hole is just deep enough to leave the kiddy pool lip about 1-2 inches above the ground.

4.Now get out your spray paint and paint the whole pool black and let it sit overnight to dry.

5.Add in a pump and filter to keep things flowing so the water does not go stagnant. Although it is not 100% necessary, your fish will be much happier.

6.The next step in learning how to build a pond is to add a few heavy rocks around the edges of the pool. Then you can add gravel if you’re planning on putting plants in the pond.

7.Finally, fill the pool full of water. You are finished! You just completed a pond and saved money at the same time. It is not too hard to build a pond that looks great and doesn’t cost too much. If you want, put some nice flat rocks around the sides and plant some flower. This gives off a beautiful and natural look.