Pond gone cloudy

[tom213]

OK so a little update. . . . No progress. Nothing pond is still cloudy and horrible visibility down to about an inch. Fish are still eating still swimming happy. I dont jnow what it is or what to do

 

[Magzire]

Consider a DIY pre filter? I made a really cheap one using a flower pot (small holes on bottom) with carbon filter pads and a bath sponge.

I place small stones one third of the way. On top of that i place the carbon pads followed by sponge. I cut square groove on top of the sponge for the hose and again surrounded in between carbon pads.

The results are unbelievable and its so easy to clean. I 100% guarantee it will clear your water to near perfect charity.
Ill take some pictures so you get a better idea or make a better one yourself.

 

[tom213]

Sorry forgot to post pic. I have a post filter and pump is powerful made of two sieves and two different fineness filter wool

 

[PinKoiPam]

Pure Pond is a typical benficial(?) bacteria treatment.
First, let's address the bacteria that are in such products. They contain only heterotrophic bacteria which may have the capability of Ammonia and Nitrite oxidation but when compared to the autotrophic bacteria are severely lacking in efficiency (Over 1,000+ times less efficient). Only liquid products contain autotrophic bacteria. If you have an Ammonia or Nitrite problem in your pond then you have serious issues with your biofiltration. a product such as Pure Pond is not going to provide the help that is needed.
These products, as advertised, do break down accumulated organic material. A result of this organic breakdown is that nutrients are re-introduced into the water column adding to the already existing level of nutrients. This is akin to sweeping dirt under a rug. You may not be able to see it but it is still there....and will accumulate to the point of causing issues with water quality.
This product also does not have a MSDS available.

I have not been able to get my pond water clear. I have had a uv light installed and put in lotus. So what is the solution that is not a band aid or sweeping dirt under a rug?

 

[Meyer Jordan]

I have not been able to get my pond water clear. I have had a uv light installed and put in lotus. So what is the solution that is not a band aid or sweeping dirt under a rug?

Need more info about your particular pond. How big (gallons)? How many fish (size)? How often are they fed? Is the Lotus your only plant?

 

[PinKoiPam]

Need more info about your particular pond. How big (gallons)? How many fish (size)? How often are they fed? Is the Lotus your only plant?

I'm going to start a new thread with response

 

[tom213]

So sorry to say I gave up. Netted all fish drained completely and deep clean. Water is now crystal but notbsure how the mud I found got there to start with liner is all good plants have the dirts washed off before they get planted. Oh well alls good that ends ok

 

[Mmathis]

Pure Pond is a typical benficial(?) bacteria treatment.
First, let's address the bacteria that are in such products. They contain only heterotrophic bacteria which may have the capability of Ammonia and Nitrite oxidation but when compared to the autotrophic bacteria are severely lacking in efficiency (Over 1,000+ times less efficient). Only liquid products contain autotrophic bacteria. If you have an Ammonia or Nitrite problem in your pond then you have serious issues with your biofiltration. a product such as Pure Pond is not going to provide the help that is needed.
These products, as advertised, do break down accumulated organic material. A result of this organic breakdown is that nutrients are re-introduced into the water column adding to the already existing level of nutrients. This is akin to sweeping dirt under a rug. You may not be able to see it but it is still there....and will accumulate to the point of causing issues with water quality.
This product also does not have a MSDS available.

Very nice explanation!

 

[Mmathis]

So sorry to say I gave up. Netted all fish drained completely and deep clean. Water is now crystal but notbsure how the mud I found got there to start with liner is all good plants have the dirts washed off before they get planted. Oh well alls good that ends ok

If you completely cleaned everything, then you've destroyed whatever beneficial bacteria you had in your pond -- which means your pond is going to have to "cycle" all over. Be sure to keep an eye on your fish and watch your ammonia levels. You're going to go through the "pea soup" stage all over again, so try to be patient and let it happen.

 

[tom213]

If you completely cleaned everything, then you've destroyed whatever beneficial bacteria you had in your pond -- which means your pond is going to have to "cycle" all over. Be sure to keep an eye on your fish and watch your ammonia levels. You're going to go through the "pea soup" stage all over again, so try to be patient and let it happen.

yeah i know the cycles gonna restart but i was never going to get anywhere with 2" of mud and silt in the pond, only way to go way to clean