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Posted by Ann_in_Houston z9 Houston (My Page) on Fri, May 7, 04 at 12:52
Regarding the curtain effect waterfall. I have read that a straight,smooth,continuous edge - possibly rounded - is what you need, as opposed to rocks arranged there. If you need the water to clear the edge a little bit before it goes over and in to the pond, I would use some kind of pipe, set horizontally, as an edge, with liner over the leading curve. Does that make sense? Have you built any of this, yet? It may be hard to retrofit the liner for this. It probably needs to be all one piece, so as not to get water under the edge of the liner if you have to add some to cover the pipe. Also, I think it would be best to have that part of the liner extend way down towards the pond surface so it doesn't splash over the pond edge behind or under that area.
You also need a good quantity of water backed up behind the edge for it to really make a good "sheet" of water.
Hope this is helpful.
Ann
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RE: to heartwoman: curtain waterfall effect
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I got it figured out...i think. I am going to use copper sheeting and seal it to the liner with silicone. I tried it with a piece of flashing without sealing it (placed it under liner) and worked beautifully. Besides the waterfall (that one), I am almost done. Just need alot of pond plants now...have any? I will try and get a picture soon to you. I have been working my fingers to the bone to get this done. Can't wait to sit and enjoy!
Thanks for your advice! Dana |
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