Matala Pond Filters - BioSteps

The filter is of key importance in keeping your Koi pond water crystal-clear and free of chemical pollutants. Matala filters address three types of filtration. 

Biological Filtration

Relies on specific bacteria to break down toxic waste products to less harmful substances. There are two stages in the breakdown of ammonia, each stage involving different types of bacteria. The first stage is the breakdown of ammonia to nitrite by nitrifying bacteria. The second stage is the conversion of nitrite to nitrate by different species of nitrifying bacteria. The BioSteps filter for medium size ponds and the Koi Clear filter for large ponds are both very efficient and versatile bioifilters.

Mechanical Filtration 

Skimmers, canister filters, and prefilters are common examples of filters that mainly rely on mechanical filtration. these can all be fitted with Matala media to improve performance and reduce maintenance.

Chemical Filtration

Removes pesticides, colors, odors, organic waste, excess nutrients and other harmful chemicals from your pond. Ultraviolet Clarifiers, carbon and zeolite are examples of products to be used in your filter for chemical filtration.