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How Does Aeration Help Keep Your Pond Clean?

by | Aug 20, 2015 | Blog

Have you ever wondered how aeration helps to keep your pond clean? Aeration is the process by which air is circulated through, mixed with or dissolved in a liquid or substance. This process is also known as aerification and is one of the most important things you can do to help keep your pond clean and maintain healthy water.

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If your pond water is at a standstill, chances are there is very little oxygen flowing through to the middle of the water and even less oxygen reaches the water at the bottom of the pond. Without aeration, the build-up of algae and pollution can make your water murky and will produce a sulfuric muck smell in your pond over time. This type of environment creates a breeding ground for algae in the water.

Water Circulation

In circulating your pond water, you are naturally assisting with the circulation of oxygenated water. This is a normal biological process that will help keep your pond system balanced. When you aerate your water, it increases the levels of dissolved oxygen flow, which is one of the most important elements needed in a pond to keep the water healthy.

This movement of water via a spray or fountain helps oxygenated water rotate and reach all the water levels of your pond. Creating an optimum balanced environment for your pond water.

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Think of aeration as a natural way to help create movement to a stagnant pond, circulate oxygen in the water and prevent the build-up of undesirable levels of algae. Creating clean, healthy water for your pond will allow you to have greater densities for fish and have better plant growth. You can also have the added beauty of a water fountain display element for your pond.

Here at Nashville Pond, we care about helping you maintain healthy water and we want to work with you to help you choose the right pond accessories that fit your needs. If you have any questions about pond aeration, please contact us today, we would love to hear from you.

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