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Stepping Stones and Jetties
Construction of Stepping Stones
and Jetties:-
Sometimes what really makes a pond
impressive is one or two features that are unusual. Why not incorporate a
bridge or some stepping stones, or even build a small jetty.
Thought about such a feature needs to be put in at the planning stage as
some of these features will need extra footings (support) under the pond
liner. This will mean that all the weight will be taken by a concrete pad
under the liner, and there will be no chance of subsidence over time. Even
small bridges will need concrete bases on either side of the pond to sit on
firmly.
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Stepping Stones - Jetties -
Fountain Footings
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When constructing any of
these you will need a footing under the liner.
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After you have excavated
your pool, work out where you will need the footings.
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Dig out another 6 inch deep
area, the size of the stepping stone, fountain base or about 18 inch square
for a jetty support. Carefully calculating the position of the footing.
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Fill and level these holes
with concrete (3 sand/gravel to 1 cement ).
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Leave for 24 hours, before
placing underlay and liner on top.
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Position another piece of
underlay above the pond liner and footings.
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Build up with brickwork,
For stepping stones take the brickwork up to water surface level, then place
your stepping stone on top. With a jetty you will only require enough bricks
to brace the upright wooden leg. For fountain plinths, take the brick work
up to about 6 inches below the water surface level and place a slab for the
fountain to sit on. This will allow only the feature to be visible.
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