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Today, 10:47 AMThe no 1 brand is Crystal Inverters, not cheap but probably the best. Crystal Heat Pumps | Crystalclearpond.co.uk20 replies | 416 view(s)
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Today, 10:42 AMWe hit -2 again last night, early morning, enough now! Pond at 20 so weather can F off!9232 replies | 318946 view(s)
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26-02-2021, 10:06 AMMinus 1 last night, heavy frost, at least its sunny but covers staying on for first part of today :mad: Seems strange ill be cutting the lawn later!9232 replies | 318946 view(s)
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26-02-2021, 12:05 AMGood to see you Gaz, she’s settled on well, quick swimmer! https://youtu.be/26RqCNS_vOs15 replies | 246 view(s)
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25-02-2021, 10:39 AMThere certainly seems to be some science behind it, especially related to control of Virus's, the bacterial claims are a little more confusing.8 replies | 133 view(s)
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25-02-2021, 09:13 AMI spoke at length with one of the dealers re pumps and he highly recommended the EA (he stocked all brands) mentioning there hasnt been a failure yet...11 replies | 251 view(s)
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25-02-2021, 09:09 AMJust to add, ive had some serious bacterial issues which are fingers crossed behind me! Just looking for something (with several new fish in the...8 replies | 133 view(s)
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25-02-2021, 08:36 AMIs anyone using this as a pond conditioner? I’m always a little confused how something can act against virus and bacteria :confused:? ...8 replies | 133 view(s)
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24-02-2021, 09:29 AMAs the dose is the same is this similair to Chroramine T?24 replies | 518 view(s)
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23-02-2021, 10:39 PMit would need to be this one :rolleyes:15 replies | 246 view(s)
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23-02-2021, 02:35 PMYep take your wallet :D. Gin Rins all the rage nowadays....15 replies | 246 view(s)
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23-02-2021, 12:31 PMJust back from Aurora with this beauty! Even better in the flesh, very sparkly :D. Almost Bekko like.... https://youtu.be/NzvjpC34j0U15 replies | 246 view(s)
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23-02-2021, 11:40 AMSpongebob replied to a thread Newbie with question about bottom drain. in Pond Construction and Pond Build DiariesBeg, steal, borrow, but make sure you fiberglass, seriously its the biggest mistake you will ever make if you dont. The only reason not to would be a...13 replies | 245 view(s)
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22-02-2021, 09:19 AMTrue, but you take an average throughout the year as you would with gas, a heatpump is still a very economical way to heat a koi pond, even in cold...20 replies | 416 view(s)
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22-02-2021, 12:15 AMSpongebob replied to a thread Large Bead Filter, Jebao 80lpm air pump and Bermuda Wifi 10k Pump in Koi and Pond Equipment for Salethe Jeboa 80 is 79.99 new :D13 replies | 296 view(s)
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21-02-2021, 10:24 AMPresuming the spongebob bacteria doesn’t do for him I’ll grow him on and sell to you (for a healthy profit of course) :D13 replies | 221 view(s)
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20-02-2021, 11:47 PMWorks perfectly and cleans properly, and it’s automatic! Wonder who will be the first to make it commercially?8 replies | 397 view(s)
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20-02-2021, 11:17 PMTook a punt, had a few off Kev, I thought from the pics it was female but in the flesh more obvious a male, but I think he’s a bodybuilder :D. The...13 replies | 221 view(s)
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20-02-2021, 09:35 PMYep he is! I’ve pondered for months, one of those that is just as good in the flesh and actually over 50 cms. (He’s a confirmed male btw) such a good...13 replies | 221 view(s)
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20-02-2021, 06:11 PMWell I just went with the cheap option from B and Q, the smallest size 15x13 fitted perfectly, quite pleased with the look actually :)9 replies | 177 view(s)
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20-02-2021, 11:24 AMFor houses not the best option, for Koi ponds the perfect option. All's you need with an ASHP is to go above the recommended. Even in this winter...20 replies | 416 view(s)
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19-02-2021, 09:00 PMBoom! https://youtu.be/q2M_G7Z8wCE13 replies | 221 view(s)
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18-02-2021, 09:06 PMHi Mark, Im on 9000 litres with a draco, very pleased with it, had good water since fitted. I’ve also just added a bead, which has taken it to...5 replies | 126 view(s)
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18-02-2021, 08:05 PMnever thought of this, that may look much better :)9 replies | 177 view(s)
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18-02-2021, 09:02 AMHi Feline, yep I sanded them smooth (Underneath) and G4d when first fitted, there are no sharp edges as such. I couldnt round the slab edge though as...9 replies | 177 view(s)
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18-02-2021, 08:52 AMSpongebob replied to a thread If you don't have a heat system, when will you start feeding again? in General Koi Carp ChatDo you have to show us :rolleyes:51 replies | 1115 view(s)
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17-02-2021, 09:55 PMSo, long-standing problem of slab edging and possibility of koi damaging themselves, simple solution which actually looks quite smart is pipe lagging...9 replies | 177 view(s)
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16-02-2021, 10:39 PMHe also has 3 smaller Showa for 225 for the three, thought they looked really nice. Deliveries as normal far as I know?29 replies | 429 view(s)
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16-02-2021, 02:02 PMWith a modern inverter it’s all about going more than needed in theory to save money on electric. If it’s right on the limit an inverter is isn’t...20 replies | 416 view(s)
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16-02-2021, 12:54 AMThe above presumes a covered and well insulated pond.20 replies | 416 view(s)
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9000 litre, fibreglass, BD/skimmer, Nexus 220, Draco, Remora i9 ASHP, Econbead 50 bead filter.
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So the name of heat pumps that are generally suitable for ponds seem to be: Duratec Thermotec...