I love seeing how people take the principles I talk about and adapt them to their own backyards. Barry built a simple, budget-friendly bog filter for his 300-gallon pond using a garbage can and a...
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How I Built My Big DIY Bog Filter (and How It’s Holding Up 4½ Years Later)
Around 4½ years ago, I decided to build what I like to call my dream pond. I’d always admired those stunning recreation ponds you see in professional showcases, but the six-figure price tag was...
Ian’s DIY Pool-to-Pond Conversion in Adelaide: A Real-World Transformation
"Please don’t be put off by the length of my contribution. It’s really an unsolicited testimonial for Ozponds, with some useful info for others — especially if you're converting a pool."-...
Are Aquarium Pumps Good for Ponds? Here’s What I’ve Learned After 5 Years
About five years ago, I started experimenting with aquarium pumps in backyard ponds. Why? Because they were: Cheaper to buy More energy efficient Low voltage Now that I’ve...
How to Build a Bog Filter That Actually Works (And Why It Beats Store-Bought Filters)
A bog filter is an easy DIY project — and it’ll outperform 90% of off-the-shelf pond filters. It’s easier to maintain, more natural, and saves you time and money. In this post, I’ll walk...
Damir’s Pond Renovation: From Decent to Dreamy with a Bog Filter and Intake Bay
“Seven weeks ago, the pond expansion and construction began, and thanks to Kev, it’s been fully functional for 3 weeks and everything works perfectly! As a bonus, a wooden path was added around...