Once the location has been chosen, you must select a liner. There are two basic options; clay or a multi-layer RPE liner. Thankfully, it won’t be difficult to choose between them. Let’s look at the differences below.
First and foremost, clay is much more permeable than an multi-layer RPE liner. This is of grave concern when dealing with toxic byproducts. Any leaching of harmful materials will infiltrate the soil and can cause contamination. Clay is also very heavy, which complicates delivery efforts to the pond site and will unquestionably raise costs. Due to the weight and volume, clay typically complicates the logistics of the project and is difficult to install. These factors usually cause significant delay in construction times. Beyond the cost, difficulty, potential contamination risks and time components, maintenance must also be considered. Clay is prone to cracking and will require consistent upkeep and care.
In contrast, high quality reinforced liners are impermeable, lighter weight and require little to no maintenance. They are also easy to transport and install. Beyond these benefits, a high-quality liner, will actually accelerate evaporation! The dark color of the liner will aid the evaporation process, making your efforts much more successful. In some studies, evaporation rates actually increased by over 10%. The impermeable nature of these liners also greatly reduces the risk of any environmental impact by preventing contamination to soil or nearby water sources. When dealing with highly toxic elements, the pond can even be double lined for added protection. The benefits of a multi-layer RPE liner are overwhelming. It will reduce costs, simplify installation, improve evaporation rates, minimize maintenance, and ensure environmental responsibility.
Take a look at BTL’s versatile, industry leading AquaArmor liner. It is the strongest, most UV resistant pond liner in the industry and will provide safe containment of even the most toxic byproducts. It is puncture and tear resistant, easy to install and will last for decades. It is available in a variety of shapes and sizes to meet your specific needs and their expert team members are available to answer questions or even oversee the installation of your project!
