DIY Pond Skimmer 90 [PB1304]

DIY Pond Skimmer 90

Blue Thumb Pond Filtration | Made in the USA

Keep floating leaves, twigs, and other debris from settling to the bottom of your pond. Our DIY Pond Skimmer 90, formerly the Serenity Skimmer, provides two-stage mechanical filtration while housing your pond pump inside a protected chamber. Designed for smaller ponds and water gardens, this compact skimmer includes a natural-looking landscape lid to help conceal the equipment along the pond edge.

The skimmer draws floating debris toward its opening and collects larger material in the removable mesh net. Removing leaves before they decompose helps reduce organic buildup and routine pond cleanup.

Water passes through the mesh debris net and filter mat before reaching the pump chamber. The net captures larger material while the mat helps remove smaller particles.

The included natural-looking lid helps the skimmer blend into surrounding landscaping while allowing access to the filter media and pump for inspection and cleaning.

Choose this model for a pond with up to 90 square feet of surface area and a pump system that operates within the skimmer's 2,000 GPH maximum flow rating. Actual pump selection also depends on the required circulation, plumbing, elevation change, and any connected waterfall filter.

This is a mechanical pond skimmer, not a complete pond filtration system. A compatible pump is required and sold separately. For larger ponds, heavier debris loads, or higher pump flow, compare our DIY Pond Skimmer 180 and Small Elite Skimmer .

Before ordering: Confirm your pond surface area, intended pump flow, available installation space, and preferred lid color.

DIY Pond Skimmer 90 housing

Detachable faceplate snout and door

One natural-looking landscape lid

White mechanical filter mat

Black mesh leaf and debris net

Stainless steel mounting screws

Screw caps and liner mounting clips

Black silicone sealant

Installation instructions

Lid color: Select Sandstone or Gray using the product options above. One lid in your selected color is included.

Compatible pond pump

Appropriate pump discharge fittings and plumbing

Pond liner and protective underlayment

Electrical supply suitable for the selected pump

Excavation and installation materials

DIY Pond Waterfall 1200 or another appropriately sized biological waterfall filter, when required by the pond design

Important: The pump, waterfall filter, pond liner, tubing, decorative rock, and landscaping are not included with this skimmer.

Dimensions listed for the skimmer housing are separate from the natural landscape lid. Allow additional installation clearance around the housing and lid.

Compare opening size, pump-chamber dimensions, flow capacity, and pond coverage before selecting your skimmer. The DIY Pond Skimmer 90 is the smallest option in this comparison.

Skimmer ratings and pond coverage are intended for product comparison. Confirm the required system flow, pump fit, and installation requirements before ordering.

Keep your skimmer operating properly with replacement media sized for the DIY Pond Skimmer 90. These components are included with the new skimmer and are available separately when replacement becomes necessary.

White mechanical filter mat designed for the Serenity Skimmer and compatible Blue Thumb waterfall filters.

Mat dimensions: 12" × 12.7" × 1.25"

View SERMAT Replacement Filter Mat

Replacement debris net sized specifically for the DIY Pond Skimmer 90 / Serenity Skimmer.

Net dimensions: 11.75" × 11.5" × 4"

View Replacement Net — Select NET7SK

Replacement natural-looking lids are also available in Sandstone and Gray . Select the Serenity-compatible lid model when ordering replacements.

The DIY Pond Skimmer 90 is installed at the pond edge and connects directly to the pond liner. Proper positioning, leveling, sealing, and pump selection are important for dependable operation.

Position the skimmer along the pond edge, ideally opposite the waterfall, to support circulation across the pond surface. Allow access for cleaning the net and mat.

Excavate an opening a few inches larger than the skimmer box. Compact the base and level the housing. Our installation guide specifies positioning the top of the skimmer approximately 3.5 inches above the desired pond water level.

Use the supplied silicone, faceplate snout, clips, and mounting hardware to attach the pond liner. Follow the installation manual's sealing and fastening sequence to help prevent leaks.

Place your compatible submersible pump in the rear chamber and connect the discharge plumbing. Route the power cord through the designated notch, position the filter media, and confirm normal circulation before completing landscaping.

The natural landscape lid extends beyond the skimmer housing. Allow room for the lid, connected plumbing, excavation, and maintenance access. Review the installation drawings before digging or cutting the pond liner.

Inspect the mesh net and filter mat regularly and clean them whenever accumulated debris begins restricting water movement. The mesh net collects larger leaves and debris, while the mat provides the second stage of mechanical filtration.

If the water level in the pump chamber becomes noticeably lower than the water level in the pond during operation, check the filter media for buildup or restrictions. Disconnect pump power before servicing the skimmer.

Before prolonged freezing weather, clean the filtration media and follow the winter-storage instructions for your specific pump and plumbing arrangement. Seasonal requirements vary by pump model, pond depth, and climate.

Review the skimmer installation manual before beginning your project. These Blue Thumb resources also provide useful information for pond planning, maintenance, and seasonal care.

Our Sales/Tech Team can help you confirm skimmer sizing, pump compatibility, plumbing requirements, and installation details before you order.

No. The skimmer includes its housing, debris net, filter mat, natural landscape lid, and installation hardware. A compatible pond pump must be purchased separately. Select a pump that fits the rear chamber and operates within the skimmer's maximum flow rating.

Yes. The skimmer is suitable for new and existing ponds when installation conditions permit. Retrofitting requires excavation at the pond edge and a properly sealed connection to the existing pond liner. Review the installation guide before modifying an established pond.

The included net and filter mat provide mechanical filtration by collecting floating and suspended debris. For biological filtration, pair the skimmer with an appropriately sized biological waterfall filter or another suitable biological filtration system.

One natural-looking landscape lid is included. Choose Sandstone or Gray using the product options before adding the skimmer to your cart. Both colors are intended to help conceal the equipment in surrounding landscaping.

The maximum published flow rating for this skimmer is 2,000 GPH. Pump performance varies with head height and plumbing restrictions, but pump selection must not exceed the skimmer's operating capacity. Contact our Sales/Tech Team if you need help confirming the correct configuration.

Cleaning frequency depends on the amount of debris entering the pond. Inspect the mesh net and filter mat routinely and clean them whenever buildup restricts water flow. Check more frequently during autumn leaf fall and after storms.

The DIY Pond Skimmer 90 (PB1304) uses the SERMAT replacement filter mat and NET7SK replacement mesh debris net. These parts are sized for this skimmer. Verify the exact replacement option before purchasing.

Our qualifying Blue Thumb engineered plastic skimmer components carry a limited lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects for the original purchaser. Proper installation according to the applicable manual is required. Modifications can void coverage, and labor and freight costs are excluded. Review our official warranty document for complete terms.