How Swimming Ponds Are Better Than Traditional Pools (Nature, Health, and Economically)
Introduction: A New Wave in Backyard Living In the suburbs of Chicago — from Inverness and Barrington to Winnetka and Glencoe — more homeowners are rethinking the backyard pool. Traditional chlorine-filled pools, once seen as the gold standard, are being replaced by a more natural, sustainable alternative: swimming ponds. Unlike a chemically treated pool, a…
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Easy Koi Pond Maintenance: Enjoy the Beauty Without the Stress
Backyard koi ponds add a magical, serene touch to your outdoor space—but many homeowners worry that they’ll be too much work. At Aquastonia, we’re here to tell you: maintaining a koi pond doesn’t have to be a chore. In fact, our natural-style, eco-friendly water features are specifically designed for easy upkeep and long-term health. Whether…
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How to Choose a Pond Builder in Northern Illinois
Decorative backyard ponds and waterfalls are more than landscaping—they’re handcrafted, living works of art that enhance your health, home value, and lifestyle. But hiring the wrong contractor can turn your dream into a money pit. At Aquastonia, we specialize in pond building and maintenance in Northern Illinois, with clients throughout the Northwest Chicago suburbs. Our…
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The Benefits of Building an Eco-Friendly Natural Pond in Your Garden
Adding a pond to your garden is more than a decorative upgrade — it’s a lifestyle improvement with long-term rewards. At Aquastonia, we design and build eco-friendly natural ponds that function as sustainable ecosystems. Whether you love the sound of flowing water, enjoy watching wildlife, or want to create a peaceful backyard retreat, there are…
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How to Design a Natural Pond with Aquatic Plants That Support Wildlife
How to Design a Natural Pond with Aquatic Plants That Support Wildlife Water features have long been a centerpiece in landscape design, offering tranquility, natural beauty, and vital habitat for wildlife. Among these, natural ponds stand out for their ability to function like living ecosystems. Unlike artificial or ornamental ponds, true natural ponds replicate the…
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How to Design a Natural Pond That Blends Seamlessly Into Your Landscape
Water features have been a beloved centerpiece in garden design for centuries, offering tranquility, natural beauty, and vital habitat for local wildlife. Among these, natural ponds stand apart due to their authentic ecological benefits and seamless integration with the surrounding landscape. Unlike ornamental or artificial ponds, true natural ponds replicate the ecosystems of untouched water…
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Live Plant Pond Design in Northwest Illinois: Create a Thriving Natural Waterscape
Introduction: Why Live Plant Pond Design Matters in Northwest Illinois A well-designed pond with live aquatic plants transforms any outdoor space in Northwest Illinois into a vibrant, thriving ecosystem. Beyond aesthetics, live plant pond design plays a crucial role in maintaining water quality, supporting local wildlife, and creating a peaceful retreat in your backyard. In…
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7 Reasons Why Every House Must Have a Pond
Healing space: The sound of running water has many benefits including reduction of the stress hormone – cortisol. Others include enhanced mood, improved cognitive function, the promotion of overall mental well-being, and reduction of anxiety. It has also been shown to stabilize the heart’s rhythm and contribute to the regulation of blood pressure. An entertainer’s…
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Help! My pond is loosing water!
The normal pond evaporation is 1-2 inches of water per week. If your pond is shallow or has a very long stream it may lose closer to 3-4 inches of water per week. Losing more water means that your water feature most likely has a leak. If you find any of the bellow too difficult to…
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Help! My pond has algae!
Nothing is more discouraging than to see your pristine pond water to become green soup or have your freshly cleaned pond to turn into a green hairy monster almost overnight. Presence of algae in water gardens is a normal and beneficial unless the amount goes out of control which referred as “algae blooms”. Algae definition:…
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