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Chara: Our Favorite Algae
We are in the business of making products to help you manage your aquatic weed and algae growth…so why on earth would we suggest keeping chara in your pond? There is actually a good explanation for why keeping some of this growth can be beneficial for your body of water.
Ponds Are Not Pools
We love to help our customers have beautiful looking ponds…but we fully support the idea of being leaders in responsible aquatic management. It is not responsible to wipe out the pond’s ecosystem just to have weed and algae-free waters.
Working with Mulch Worx
Mulch Worx is a commercial grade, concentrated dye used to restore the faded mulch in your yard. Rather than hauling and spreading out new mulch each year, dyeing the existing mulch instead will save you so much time and money. Mulch Worx is both non-toxic and non-hazardous, so it is completely safe for people and wildlife. Add instant curb appeal with our three color options: brown, black, and red.
The Ongoing Process of Pond Maintenance
Pond maintenance is an ongoing process. What you do, or do not do, this season will most certainly affect your pond next season. We have seen this first hand here at Sanco Industries. We have had several customers with a pond that is overgrown...
When Should You Stock Your Pond?
It is not uncommon for us to receive questions about pond stocking. We may not be the fish experts, but we do know that the time of year you add fish to your pond can make a difference.
How do you determine how much product to use?
Customers are always asking us for advice on how much product to use in their ponds. Due to the labeling requirements we are limited to, there is not always a clear cut answer in the customer's hands. Before you begin, there are numerous factors to take into consideration when it comes to product dosing. Without knowing the full picture, you run the risk of wasting your time, energy, and money.
Potable Water & Pond Treatment
More than half of Ohio residents get their drinking water from surface water sources. This results in many residential properties having their own ponds for their everyday needs. You would probably not want to take a straw to your pond water as it is now. You would first need special filtration set in place to make the non-potable water into potable water, safe for human consumption.
Propylene Glycol vs. Glycerin
Propylene glycol and glycerin vegetable are two products that are often confused with one another, with good reason. The two alcoholic compounds seem practically identical at first glance, which might make those not familiar with them have a hard time understanding which product they want to purchase. They are both used in many different products ranging from the chemical, food, cosmetic, to pharmaceutical industries. This blog post will clear up any misunderstandings between the two chemicals and help you determine what is best for you.
Halloween Fog
Having a "monster bash"? Transform your space into the creepiest spot in the neighborhood with Halloween Fog.
The Difference Between Rust Kutter & Rust Remover
Rust can not only be an eyesore, but it can also be damaging to your products. Sanco offers two products to help fight rust…but what is the difference between our Rust Remover and Rust Kutter?