Knowledgebase
Welcome to the BTL Knowledgebase. Ever since we started lining ponds, creating covers, and helping people with their projects, we've gotten asked a lot of questions. Many of these questions are repeatedly asked, so we put together the BTL knowledgebase to help answer any questions you had about a particular subject. We are adding new questions every month, so continue to check back often!
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How do I get rid of algae in my pond without killing the fish?
Most commercial algaecide products are perfectly safe to use with fish, as long as they’re labeled for that use.
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How do I get rid of algae in my pond naturally?
Before reaching for bottles of algaecide or even ordering some barley straw floats, consider making changes to the condition of the pond.
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Does vinegar kill algae in ponds?
You’ll find many websites claiming that vinegar is a safe and cheap way to keep algae from taking over your pond.
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What naturally kills algae?
Barley straw is the most popular natural treatment for algae because it works and it’s widely available.
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Will vinegar kill pond fish?
When you’re trying to protect your fish while cleaning your pond, you should keep vinegar out of the water unless you’re adding it in very small amounts.
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Does baking soda kill algae in ponds?
There are hundreds of claims of homemade mixtures for killing algae, but baking soda is not one of the effective treatments you should try.
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