 Above ground concrete pond..advice needed!!!
So...I am moving to a new home. Of course, I am already planning the pond. So far..it will be 20 X 13'. It will be part in ground and part above ground. It will be be 2.5 feet below ground and 32 inches above ground. The above ground part will be made with 16X8X6 inch blocks. So, four blocks high is 32 inches. I am also using an epdm liner. I know some people have used cement blocks...with no sealer, just the weight of the blocks to hold the water. I am afraid they will bow-out and I will have a problem. My question is....should I mortar the blocks in place...or will concrete adhesive be good enough? I have read the adhesive is quite strong for permanent bonding...but I want to hear from the pro's!!!
I am also interested in the best way to level the ground, and make sure the blocks go down even. Thanks for any advice...trust me, it is needed!!!! |