I've never used drilling mud but know of others who have. It seemed to work for them but I have NO idea about contaminants. Liners are super expensive and very labor intensive.

I've tried bentonite several times and it has never worked for me. Could easily be that I've never done it right..


It's not about the fish. It's about the pond. Take care of the pond and the fish will be fine. PB subscriber since before it was in color.

Without a sense of urgency, Nothing ever gets done.

Boy, if I say "sic em", you'd better look for something to bite. Sam Shelley Rancher and Farmer Muleshoe Texas 1892-1985 RIP