Huel's on tue 22 jul 97
Greetings,
A question for others who make fountains.
Are there any solutions to the formation of algae in the water? I
have thought of adding a small amount of bleach, but am not sure what
this would do to the pump. vinegar?
Paul and Carole Huel
P a u l & C a r o l e H u e l - Kispiox Valley, B.C. Canada
email: bella@mail.netshop.net http://www.netshop.net/~bella
Ken Nowicki on wed 23 jul 97
Bob & Carol,
My Dad has been adding a little bleach to his outdoor fountain for years to
control algae growth, how much per gallons of water I'm not sure, but I know
it's diluted enough not to harm the birds... so far... no problems with his
pump...
Ken Nowicki - RakuArtist@aol.com
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In a message dated 97-07-22 08:47:28 EDT, you write:
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Greetings,
A question for others who make fountains.
Are there any solutions to the formation of algae in the water? I
have thought of adding a small amount of bleach, but am not sure what
this would do to the pump. vinegar?
Paul and Carole Huel
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Marni Turkel on wed 23 jul 97
Aquarium stores or nurseries that specialize in water/pond plants carry
products that deal with algae without hurting plants or fish. Greenhouse
supply stores sell algaecides, but the ones I have used in the greenhouse
all foam, which could be a problem in this case. There must be some for
swimming pools,too.
Marni Turkel
Stony Point Ceramic Design
Santa Rosa, California
Bev Lev on thu 24 jul 97
I am not a serious fountain maker. I''m in the midst of exploring with my
first but you may want to look into algaecides.... i know they use them for
waterbeds and such.... i don't know they're composition... good luck
Pamela Jo Stamper on sun 27 jul 97
I have problems in my fountains with algae also. I have used a mild
chlorine solution (from the hot tub chemicals). The problem is my CATS. I
suspect dogs would do the same. Fountains are a nifty recirculating water
bowl. I am worried about adding anything that will harm my pampered
felines. Chlorine seems safe...after all we drink chlorinated water from
city systems all the time. Algaecides would probably harm pets. Pamela
Jo stamps@seasurf.com
-------Original message----------------------------I am not a serious
fountain maker. I''m in the midst of exploring with my first but you may
want to look into algaecides.... i know they use them for waterbeds and
such.... i don't know they're composition... good luck
Jim Horvitz on wed 30 jul 97
The best way to control algae in your fountain water is to visit the local
swimming pool dealer. The store will carry products to do this and can advise
you regarding local water. Jim Horvitz Rancho Mirage CA
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