Anyone know if LLDPE liner is a reliable pond liner? How deos it compare to a EPDM pond liner?
I just bought a 20 mil LLPDE liner, the company claims its 6X stronger than EPDM liner? (I can't find anything on the net)
EPDM has more flexibility than black plastic. If you have pets, or plan to have rocks on the liner, this is a consideration. Also check to see how easy it is to FIX either product, and what toxicity the repair materials have (one drop of something toxic will kill your fish in a heartbeat).
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 Firestone 45 Mil EPDM Pond Liner Pro 8oz Underlayment Kit 5 x 10  US $51.00
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 20x25 45Mil EPDM Pond Liner US $460.00
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 EPDM 15x15 POND LINER US $162.00
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 20 x 20 Patriot 45 mil EPDM Pond Liner 25 Yr Warranty US $352.00
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 10 X 25 45 mil EPDM Pond Liner Underlayment Combo US $262.50
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 Firestone 45 mil EPDM Flexible Fish Pond Liner 10 x 20 US $159.80
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 10 x 25 Patriot 45 mil EPDM Pond Liner 25 Yr Warranty US $220.00
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 EPDM 10x15 POND LINER US $110.99
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