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Quality Check and Cure a Concrete Biosand Filter (BSF)

Part of a video series on how to build a biosand filter (BSF). It shows step by step how to check the quality of a newly constructed BSF. Learn how to check for flowrate, leaks or cracks and water level. Then how to cure the concrete to make sure the filter will work well for years to come.

For more info: https://www.biosandfilters.info/

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