Description
Floating Islands West IPO 400 & 450 BioHaven Floating Island - 20 Sq. Ft.
The Floating Islands West BioHaven® IPO 400/450 is a professional-grade Floating Treatment Wetland (FTW) designed to naturally enhance pond ecosystems. Covering 20 square feet, these islands provide a sustainable, chemical-free way to improve water quality, create a thriving wildlife habitat, and add unique aesthetic appeal to any body of water.
Constructed from 100% recycled PET plastic, BioHaven® islands are a global leader in floating wetland technology. In 2014, they were recognized by the EPA as one of the top six innovative products for water quality improvement.
Key Features:
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Sustainable Water Treatment: Acts as a natural bio-filter, utilizing plant roots and beneficial microbes to remove excess nutrients (nitrates/phosphates) that cause algae.
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Eco-Friendly Construction: Made from 100% RECYCLED PET plastic and certified non-toxic.
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Thriving Habitat: Provides essential cover and nesting space for birds, amphibians, and beneficial insects, while the underwater root system serves as a nursery for fish.
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Versatile Applications: Ideal for backyard ponds, golf course water hazards, storm-water basins, and natural lakes.
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Proven Technology: With over 5,000 islands launched worldwide, BioHaven® is the industry standard for durability and performance.
Shape Options:
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IPO 400: Kidney Shape – Approximately 5' x 4'
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IPO 450: Rectangular Shape – Approximately 5' x 4'
Specifications:
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Surface Area: 20 Sq. Ft.
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Material: Recycled PET fiber matrix
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Brand: Floating Islands West / BioHaven
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SKU: IPO400/450
Why Choose Genuine BioHaven®? Unlike standard floating planters, genuine BioHaven® islands feature a thick, porous matrix that allows roots to grow through the island and directly into the water column. This maximizes surface area for beneficial bacteria and creates a massive biological filter that works 24/7 to clean your water.
| Part # | IPO400 | IPO450 |
| Model# | Floating Island 5 x 4 ft | Floating island 5 x 4 feet |
| Shape: | Kidney Shape | Rectangular Shape |
| Shipping: | Shipping via freight carrier | Shipping via freight carrier |
| Includes: |
IPO 400 floating island includes:
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IPO 450 floating island includes:
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WHY BUY A FLOATING ISLAND?
- Green Product – made from recycled material
- Handmade in California, USA
- Clean water naturally, chemical free
- Our matrix biofilter provides ideal environment for root growth
- You will get a genuine “floating island,” not a “floating planter” or “floating tub”
- BioHaven® performs better than any floating planter on the market, we provide a concentrated wetland effect unlike any other product.
- Plants will grow through the island and into the water, island will look like a natural part of the environment.
- BioHaven® floating water gardens can be launched in shallow or deep water & will fluctuate to changing water levels.
- Grow plants using different methods, such as hydroponic, aquaculture, or regular gardening.
- Available in virtually any size, we build every island by hand to meet your needs.
Shipping Details:
- SHIPS MOTOR FREIGHT
- Please allow 2-3 weeks for delivery.
Additional Information:
BIOHAVENS = CONCENTRATED WETLAND EFFECT. Like the natural wetlands, which offer both surface area and circulation, BioHavens offer “augmented surface area.” The unique design is within the “matrix,” our proprietary blend of fibers which are used to create the BioHaven. The matrix is important and serves many different functions including water cleansing, as well as extensive root growth on planted islands.
MORE SURFACE AREA = MORE MICROBES. Microbes start the feeding frenzy and create a residue known as BioFilm. BioFilm is what some of us would look at as the nasty slimy stuff under the islands – it’s usually caught in the roots of the plants. The BioHaven matrix serves as somewhat of a housing unit for all of these microbes…they live in the matrix and feed off of many of the nutrients in the water.
MORE MICROBES = LESS ALGAE. Duckweed and algae are a few common problems with waterways, lakes, and ponds, they also feed off of excess nutrients (the same source that microbes eat). The more that duckweed & algae consume, the more of it you will have in your pond. By creating more microbes, you will eventually starve the algae of its main food source. Microbes in the form of biofilm are the biggest factors in removing nutrients from the water.
