10 Best Pond Liners in 2022 – Reviews & Top Picks

Unless you are very lucky to have the proper soil and water levels on your land, you will need a pond liner to keep water from seeping into the ground when you are installing a pond. However, there are many brands to choose from and they are not all the same, so it can be challenging to find the best one for your home.

We’ve chosen 10 different brands to review that are all relatively easy to find in your local hardware store or online. We’ll give you the pros and cons of each one and tell you a little about our experience using them. We’ve also included a short buyer’s guide where we discuss what you should look for in a pond liner if you continue to shop. Keep reading while we discuss durability, thickness, size, and more to help you make an informed purchase.

A Quick Comparison of Our Favorites

	Image	Product	Details
Best Overall		TotalPond Pond Skins Pond Liner	Reinforced polyester weave Lightweight Textured surface	CHECK PRICE
Best Value		hygger Pond Liner	PVC mesh Textured surface Flexible	CHECK PRICE
Premium Choice		Firestone 45mil EPDM Rubber Pond Liner	EPDM rubber Huge size Extremely durable	CHECK PRICE
		TECHTONGDA Black 20’x20’ Flexible Water Garden Fish Pond Liner	UV resistant Resistant to changes in pH Extremely durable	CHECK PRICE
		ACTREY 13 x 20 Feet 15.6 Mil PVC Pond Liner	UV and puncture-resistant High-quality PVC Textured surface	CHECK PRICE

The 10 Best Pond Liners – Reviews & Top Picks 2022

1. TotalPond Pond Skins Pond Liner – Best Overall

The TotalPond Pond Skins Pond Liner is our pick as the best overall pond liner.  It’s lightweight at just a little over 5  pounds, so it’s easy to install. It uses a reinforced polyester weave to add strength and is puncture resistant. It’s also resistant to ultraviolet waves, so the color won’t fade nor become brittle. The textured surface helps you know which side is the right side up, and it promotes the growth of good bacteria that will help keep the pond clean.

The downside to the TotalPond is that it’s extremely thin, and though technology allows it to be impressively strong, it can still get a hole if you drop a rock on it or pull on it too hard.

2. hygger Pond Liner – Best Value

The hygger Pond Liner is our pick as the best pond liner for the money.  It’s similar to our top choice and also features a flexible PVC mesh material that’s extremely strong for its size. This liner can withstand extreme temperature changes without becoming brittle, and it’s also resistant to punctures.  The textured surface makes it easy to know which way the liner goes and helps promote the growth of good bacteria.

The hygger Pond Liner is a great bargain, but like our top model, you will need to be extremely careful when installing it because it’s extremely thin, and any sharp edges or rocks will create a hole.

3. Firestone 45mil EPDM Rubber Pond Liner – Premium Choice

Firestone 45mil EPDM Rubber Pond Liner is our premium choice pond liner. It’s a thick rubber liner that’s flexible and extremely durable. It’s easy to cut with scissors or a knife if you need to adjust the size, but it will hold up much better than a thinner liner if you place it on a rough and rocky surface or need to work around sharp edges. Its large size makes it suitable for a wide range of projects, including waterfalls.

The downside to the Firestone brand is that it’s extremely expensive and is one of the highest-priced models on this list. The EPDM rubber is also quite heavy and weighs about 90 pounds, so it can be difficult for some people to install.

4. TECHTONGDA Black 20’x20’ Flexible Water Garden Fish Pond Liner Elasticity HDPE

The TECHTONGDA Black 20’x20’ Flexible Water Garden Fish Pond Liner Elasticity HDPE is the second brand on this list to use durable HDPE material. This liner is the largest on our list so far and is resistant to temperature changes and ultraviolet light. It can also withstand extreme pH changes without becoming brittle, and it’s surprisingly lightweight for its size at just a little over 20 pounds.

The primary downside to the TECHTONGDA is that it’s expensive and might be out of some people’s price range, and ours arrived with an already patched hole. It worked fine but isn’t what you expect after paying the high cost.

5. ACTREY 13 x 20 Feet 15.6 Mil PVC Pond Liner

The ACTREY 13 x 20 Feet 15.6 Mil PVC Pond Liner is a great mid-sized pond liner that will work well for most people as it’s versatile enough for ponds, fountains, and waterfalls. It’s thick enough to be puncture-resistant and is also resistant to ultraviolet light, so it won’t fade or crack. The textured surface promotes good bacteria growth, and the high-quality PVC won’t harm fish or other wildlife.

The downside we experienced while working with the ACTREY brand was that it is very stiff and difficult to work into place, especially if your pond has an odd shape or has steps on the sides for holding plants. It also has a strong odor though it didn’t seem to bother the fish.

6. Ogrmar 10 x 13ft LDPE Pond Liner

The Ogrmar 10 x 13ft LDPE Pond Liner is a good-sized liner that features a durable LDPE material in its construction. This low-density polyurethane is puncture-resistant and lightweight at a little over 11 pounds. It holds up well in the sunlight, and it doesn’t leak any BPA into the water, so it won’t harm your plants or fish.

While we liked the thickness of Ogrmar, we found it quite stiff and difficult to get into place, especially if your pond has many curves and steps. We also had a crack develop along one of the fold lines it had during shipping.

7. UWIOFF 10’ x 13’ Pond Liner

The UWIOFF 10’ x 13’ Pond Liner is similar to our last brand in both size and thickness, but it uses a durable HDPE material instead. This material is a little more resistant to UV lighting while remaining puncture resistant and lightweight at just over 12 pounds. It has a wide variety of uses besides ponds, including waterfalls and fountains.

The primary downside to UWIOFF is that it’s extremely stiff and challenging to get into place. The pulling and tugging can also cause small holes, especially in the fold lines, so it requires patience to get it open and in position without leaks.

8. HDPE Pond Liner

The HDPE Pond Liner is a larger size liner that uses HDPE in its construction. Despite its large size, it’s one of the lightest pond liners on our list at a little under 8 pounds. It’s also flexible and easy to get into place, so you will have it installed in no time. It’s resistant to UV lighting and won’t leech harmful chemicals into the water.

While we found the HDPE Pond Liner easy to install, we need to mention that it’s thin for such a large liner which makes us question its durability. The material is flimsy and is similar to a large trash bag.

9. PolyGuard Liners

The PolyGuard Liners brand is the largest pond liner on our list, but many smaller sizes are available if it’s too big. It uses a durable PVC that shouldn’t tear or puncture as you install it. The liner is thick but remains flexible, so it is easy to get into position, and you can use it to create ponds and waterfalls.

The downside to the PolyGuard Liners brand is that it uses plasticizers that break down in sunlight, so if you are building an exposed outdoor pond, this liner might not last as long as the others. It will become brittle and may start to leak. It’s also quite heavy at 84 pounds, so some people might struggle to get it into place.

10. GROWNEER

The GROWNEER is a smaller pond liner perfect for a small coy pond or similar project. It uses a durable PVC that won’t break down in the sunlight, and it is resistant to temperature changes. It’s also puncture-resistant, so it’s easier to get into place without putting a hole in it.

The GROWNEER is similar to our top choices, especially our best value, but the material feels flimsy in comparison. It’s also a little stiff, and we worry about holes forming from wrinkles. Another problem we had was that the liner was several inches shorter than advertised.

Buyer’s Guide

What’s the Best Material for Pond Liners?

You are likely to find four types of pond liners for sale: EPDM, PVC, HDPE, and LDPE. Of these four types, EPDM is the best.

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Conclusion

When choosing your next liner, we highly recommend our pick as the best overall. The TotalPond Pond Skins Pond Liner is extremely durable while remaining lightweight. It uses PVC treated to withstand UV light to help extend the life of the liner, and it has a textured surface to aid in the creation of helpful bacteria. Another smart choice is our pick for the best value. The hygger Pond Lineris similar to our top choice but is much less expensive and perfect for tackling a small project.

We hope you have enjoyed reading over these reviews and found a few brands that you think are suitable. If we have helped answer your questions, please share this guide to the best pond liners on Facebook and Twitter.

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