I'm going to try to make one of these...
How to Make a Garden Fountain Out of, Well, Anything You Want
A fountain is composed of three things: water, which flows up a pipe and
trickles back down in a continuous cycle; a pump, which propels the
water; and a piece of sculpture, over which the water flows. The
sculpture can be built from any material that will withstand constant
water. For the project shown here, we used large stones found on-site,
but pavers, some metals, or pottery will all work!
Here's what you need...
Regardless of the fountain material, the guts of the system remain the
same. It starts with a waterproof tub or basin that lines a hole in the
ground to make a reservoir for the water. Above that is a rigid mesh
screen that blocks large debris from getting into the tub. The screen is
topped with a support system made from a strong but water-resistant
material, such as composite decking, to keep the body of the fountain
from falling into the basin.
The submersible pump is the heart
of the system. It sits below the water line in the basin, recirculating
and fine-filtering the runoff from above. Since the pump is electric,
the fountain needs to be within reach of an exterior outlet—pump cords
rarely reach beyond 50 feet, and manufacturers discourage the use of
extension cords. It also needs to be accessible for maintenance after
the fountain is built, so you’ll need to cut a trap door in the screen
that’s big enough for you to reach in, unhook the pump, and pull it out.
(The screen and support decking can be camouflaged with small stones or
even mulch.) The pipe that carries the water to the top of the
sculpture screws onto the pump. It also includes a small ball valve that
will allow you to adjust the fountain’s flow, giving you the option of
creating anything from a calming trickle to a formidable geyser
This is very helpful thanks! Wouldn't these be a cool thing to have in our garden?!:)
ReplyDeleteThis would be cool in the garden and it will be peaceful
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