Home fountain: do-it-yourself manufacturing options. We make a fountain with our own hands Home interiors of fountains with our own hands

Decorating the site is a favorite pastime of summer residents and homeowners. Beautiful flower beds, flower beds and even beds are a true decoration. However, nothing is more pleasing to the eye than ponds and ponds, surrounded by beautiful vegetation. And if a stream of water still beats out of it, then the corner turns into the best place to relax. If you still manage to make not only a fountain with your own hands, but also beautiful lighting, put swings or benches nearby, in the evenings all the inhabitants will gather on this patch.

This fountain is handmade, as is the lighting: waterproof LED light with remote control to change color

Fountain device

To make a fountain in the country does not need very big expenses. Of course, it all depends on the size of the reservoir and how you imagine it. According to the method of construction, fountains are of closed and open type. It is about the cycle of water use. The closed type uses the same volume of water, driving it in a circle. Open - all the time new. Garden and country fountains are made mainly of a closed type: their device is simpler and more economical. Of course, water has to be topped up and periodically changed - it evaporates and becomes contaminated, but still, the costs are not very high.

When installing an open-type system, you will have to think over the water supply system, its level control, drainage and discharge. You can, of course, use the fountain tank as a container for heating water before watering, and make wiring around the garden from the bowl, but watering is not needed around the clock, and the fountain can work in this mode.

In the simplest version, to make a small fountain, you need some sealed container and a submersible pump. Any container can be adapted - a special plastic one for a pond, a barrel, an old bathtub, a basin, a cut tire covered with foil, etc. Pumps are a little more difficult.

Fountain pumps

Fountain pumps are sold special, with built-in filters. To make it easier to make a fountain with your own hands, you can buy such models. It is very easy to work with them: put them in a container, fix them so that they do not move, fill them with water, carry out the starting manipulations (described in the instructions) and turn them on.

Fountain pumps come in different capacities, raise the jet to different heights. Often included are interchangeable nozzle nozzles that change the nature of the jet. They are powered by 220 V, there are models powered by solar panels. Made hermetically, so there will be no problems when connecting, step-down transformers are not needed. The only thing that does not interfere is the machine and the RCD on the line to which the pump will be connected. This is just in case, to increase security. The price of the smallest and low-power fountain pump is $25-30. Performance models cost several hundred or more.

You can use any submersible pump for the fountain. But to it you need to buy or make (you can make sand) and a step-down transformer. A security group from an automatic machine and an RCD on the line will not be superfluous here either. This circuit is worth fiddling with if you have an old pump that is not currently in use.

How to do without a pump

Is it possible to make a fountain without a pump? Yes, but open type. For example, bring a water pipe into the pond - central or. The water coming out under pressure will give a jet of some height. By installing a tip on the pipe, we can change its shape. But with such a construction, it is necessary to figure out where to divert water. You can - back to the well or to the river, to the area for irrigation, etc. Although a pump is present with such an organization, it pumps water into the house, and the fountain is only one of the flow points.

The second option is to put some kind of container at a height, supply water to it, and from there it is fed through pipes to the fountain located below. To create a more or less decent jet height, the container must be raised by 3 meters or more. But the question remains: how to supply water there. Again with the help of a pump, but no longer submersible. They are cheaper, but require a filter. You will also need a pit in which the equipment is installed. A system of pipes connects it with the bowl of the fountain.

In this area, everything has become easier with the advent of LEDs. They are powered by 12V or 24V, which is much safer than the regular mains. There are even solar-powered lamps.

Lighting can be done using waterproof or the same spotlights and lamps. To power them, you need an adapter that converts 220 V to 12 or 24 V, but they are usually sold in the same place as LEDs, so there should be no problems. Installation is simple: spotlights have mounting brackets, the tape can be “shot” from a stapler, only the brackets need to be found larger than the size of the tape: it is unnecessary to punch it so as not to violate the tightness.

There are LEDs that change color. Shades from 8 to several thousand

Schemes of fountains of various configurations and photos of their design

Surely you know that the main component of the fountain is its bowl. In fact, this is the same pond, but with additional equipment - a pump. A pond can be made in at least a dozen different ways, and some of them are described in a separate one, because we will not describe how to make a pool bowl. We will pay maximum attention to the organization of fountains and their decor.

small fountain

The device requires a container and a pump. A decoration is put on the tube that comes from the pump. These can be stone slabs in which it is necessary to drill a screw, with a diameter slightly larger than the diameter of the pipe. These plates are strung one on top of the other like a children's pyramid.

Scheme of organizing a decorative fountain for a summer residence

To avoid water overflow, it is necessary to provide a drain system - just below the maximum level, insert a pipe into the container, the second edge of which should be connected to the sewer, drainage system or garden. You can do it differently: arrange a water collector around the bowl - make a concrete groove or dig in a plastic one. Collected water is also taken somewhere. Usually in closed systems, the problem is not overflow, but a lack of water - it evaporates, but you can play it safe.

Do-it-yourself fountain: photo report 1

And now a photo report of how a do-it-yourself mini-fountain was made according to this scheme. It turned out interesting.

To make this fountain you need:

• square plastic flowerpot without holes;
• small fountain pump;
• plastic pipe 0.7 m long, diameter such that it is put on the pump outlet;
• a bag of decorative pebbles;
• three bricks;
• sawn red granite on slabs.

From the tool - a drilling machine to drill holes in granite with a diameter slightly larger than the diameter of the pipe.

We install a bowl in the prepared hole, put bricks in it, closer to the edges. They are needed for the stability of the structure and in order to reduce the amount of pebbles. They also serve as a support for the stone structure. Between the installed bricks we put a pump with a tube put on, pour water and check how it works.

Holes were pre-drilled in the slabs in the workshop. They should be located approximately in the center so that the stones do not overturn the structure with their weight.

The first plate rests on the lying bricks, the rest are strung so that the center of gravity does not shift. Having laid the first, we fill the remaining space with pebbles. After the last piece is laid, a mark is made on the pipe. The very last stone is removed, the pipe is cut down just below the mark, then the last fragment is returned to its place. When the water is turned on, it looks like it is running straight out of the stone. Very unusual and easy.

Photo report 2

The next version of a small fountain is made according to the same principle, only a flexible hose is used instead of a pipe, and a snag is used instead of a stone. The effect is just wonderful.

Everything is so clear that there is no need for comments. It differs from the previous design only in the presence of a grid. This is to increase the volume of water: the pan is small.

Until you see it, it's hard to imagine how easy it is to make things of amazing beauty. As for pipes - it is better to use polyethylene pipes - they bend well and are not afraid of ultraviolet radiation.

How to make a fountain out of a tire, see the video report.

Room or desktop

Mini-fountains are made according to the same principle, only pumps use very low-power ones. Suitable even for aquariums, but without aeration. They even work almost inaudibly. We will make a fountain in the Japanese style. In addition to the pump, you will need a small ceramic container for this. In our case, it is oval made of baked clay. A piece of bamboo - about 70 cm long (bought at a flower shop, sold as a support for climbing plants), a bunch of living growing bamboo and some small pebbles. This is what beauty comes from.

First of all, we cut a piece of bamboo into pieces of different lengths. It is hollow inside - these are natural pipes, which, moreover, do not rot for a long time. One of the sides should have an oblique cut, the second - even. Sawing so that the longest piece near the evenly cut end has a “joint”. The lower incision goes about 5 mm below this thickening. It’s just that there is a partition inside, with its help it will be easy to put this segment on the pump outlet. It is difficult to cut, but it was possible to saw through a thin trunk with a metal blade.

We put a small pump in the bowl, put on it the longest piece of bamboo - its length is about 35 cm. On the other hand, we put a bunch of live bamboo, fill the space between them with pebbles.

We tie the remaining two pieces of dry bamboo to our "pipe". You can use hemp rope. That's all, we made a mini-fountain with our own hands. It remains to fill the water and turn on the pump.

By the same principle, other models can be made. Now you understand how and it will be easy to change the design. A few photos for inspiration.

Another type, more traditional and familiar to us, uses almost the same idea and the same tools. Difference in design. You can take a large ceramic or even plastic pot. It is only important that it be without holes for drainage. Then it’s a matter of technique: divide it with a plastic partition into two or three zones, pour more soil into one and plant one of the moisture-loving plants.

The second part will be the reservoir. Only when organizing circulation, multi-stage filtration is necessary: ​​water is very polluted. Therefore, cups made of filter materials with different cells are inserted one after the other - first, a wire or plastic mesh, then a fabric with a different cell, and inside this design, a small pump.

You can make your own hands not only the composition of such a table fountain, but also a pump. How? Watch in the video.

Pebble fountain

A very interesting design at the fountains with pebbles. Their bowl is disguised so that it looks like a dry fountain without a bowl. In fact, there is a bowl, but it is decorated with pebbles, which are laid on a grid that covers the tank.

Dry pebble fountain - device diagram

A certain container is installed in a dug pit. Its volume and dimensions should be quite decent: to collect all the splashes, or at least most of them. A pump is placed in the container, covered with a metal or plastic mesh with a small cell on top. It serves to protect against the ingress of large contaminants into the water, and a thick wire mesh can be laid on top of this fine mesh. This is if you use pebbles. If you will be laying stone slabs, you can use boards or bars.

How to make a "dry" fountain with your own hands

With pebbles, it is probably better to do the opposite: first, lay a grid with a large cell as a base, and on it with a small one. So you don’t have to suffer with the choice of large pebbles, and garbage will not get into the water.

Rockery with a source - this fountain may look like this

If you turn on fantasy, you can come up with very interesting compositions on this basis. For example, one of the options with a garden watering can. If yours is in a classic style, a fountain from a watering can is unlikely to fit well, but in a country style it is very much so.

As you can see, water is collected in the same vessel, hidden under pebbles, and from there it is pumped into a watering can with a small pump.

Near the wall

This is a classic option - a small or large trickle of water runs from the wall, flowing into the bowl. As you may have guessed, there is a pump in the bowl that supplies water through a pipe to the water outlet point. It's simple if you know how. It's just a matter of implementation and decoration.

In order for the pump to float, it is screwed to some kind of heavy plate. At least to the sidewalk, as long as the size fits. The case usually has corresponding mounting holes, but you should pay attention to this when choosing.

If you plan to do something similar near the wall of the house or fence, take care of its waterproofing. Even if the water does not flow down the wall, splashes will fall on it and the humidity will be high. At a minimum, it is necessary to coat several times with a hydrophobic composition. Try to find one that doesn't change the color of the surface too much.

The design style may be different. At the top bowl make a flat surface from which water flows down the wall. The effect is very interesting. It is important that the surface from which the water falls is mirror-smooth and absolutely horizontal.

fountain cascade

Iridescent jets look very interesting. Fountains of this type are called cascades or cascades. With this organization, water is poured from one bowl to another. In the case of a country or garden fountain, you can come up with interesting shapes. For example, a fountain made of buckets, watering cans, kettles and even old garden carts.

The principle of organizing such a cascade is simple: several vessels or bowls fixed one above the other so that a stream of water falls from one to another. Below is the largest tank, and which is the pump. It delivers water through a hose to the uppermost of the vessels.

How to make a fountain bowl

If you need a classic shape - a round, square or oval bowl with a jet of water - the easiest way is to find a suitable plastic tank. They are of different shapes and volumes - from tens of liters to several tons. They are mostly black and blue in color. Although it seems that for our purposes it is better to take blue, keep in mind that pollution is more visible against such a background. So that your fountain does not seem like a swamp, you will have to clean such a bowl often. From this point of view, it is more practical to take black - the water looks the same, but it needs to be washed less often.

The selected tank can either be buried flush with the ground level, or a side can be left. Most often, the sides are decorated with stone or pebbles. Depending on this, choose the depth of the pit. It is dug out in size a little more than a bowl.

When the required depth is reached, all stones-roots-snags are removed, the bottom is leveled, rammed, sand is added, with a layer of about 10 cm. It is well leveled and spilled - so that it compacts. Put a bowl on the prepared base, fill it with water. Sand or soil is poured into the gap between the walls of the bowl and the pit. Sand - if the soil is clayey, and the soil - if it drains normally. Having fallen asleep a small layer, it is compacted - carefully, with a pole or a deck, falling into the gap to be filled. But no matter how well you compact, be prepared for the fact that in a couple of weeks you will have to add more: the soil will sit down a few centimeters.

You can do without a plastic bowl. There are two other options: make the tank out of cast-in-situ concrete. In this case, you can make a fountain with sides. The process is long and costly, and even waterproofing needs to be taken care of.

The cheapest option is to dig a pit and lay it out with a film. In principle, any high-density polyethylene will do, but it will last a year, maybe two. Then she starts to let the water through. Special films for pools are more reliable in this regard, but they cost decent money, but they can be used for years. The manufacturing technology of such a bowl for the fountain is captured in the photo.

The first stage is digging a pit and leveling the walls. After the required shape and dimensions are reached, the horizontal platforms are leveled and covered with a layer of sand. It will protect the film from possible damage.

We lay the film in the finished pit. Inside, it should lie without tension, freely. Its edges are covered with soil, pressed with boulders. To prevent the germination of plant roots through the film, it is not advisable to spread it under. This non-woven fabric is very tear-resistant. It is used when laying roads so that the soil is not crushed and trees do not sprout. So she protect the fountain without difficulty.

Boulders are laid out on the laid out film. If the pit is stepped, boulders should lie on each step. When the design of the bowl is almost completed, the pump is placed. The bowl is filled with water and tested - and the bowl for tightness and pump performance.

Even the smallest fountain is capable of transforming the landscape of a summer house or a private house beyond recognition. This decorative building will definitely become your favorite recreational area on your site, because it will give you the opportunity to unite with nature at any moment. Would you like it to become a reality sooner? There is nothing super complicated here - everyone can make a fountain with their own hands. Don't believe? Then to your attention is a step-by-step instruction with a photo, following which you can quickly and without the involvement of professionals get a spectacular and functional fountain.

First of all, you need to choose the appropriate fountain option for your site. We are talking about its dimensions, shape and materials. When solving this issue, be guided by the area and style of the courtyard of your summer house or private house.

So, for a large area, it is better to choose a classic sculptural model, which will become the center of the landscape composition. And for a modest courtyard, fountains in the form of small architectural forms are suitable: sea shells, fairy-tale heroes, houses, pots and other similar figures.

Original fountain from improvised materials

But it is not necessary to buy a ready-made sculpture, because you can also build a fountain with your own hands. The simplest option is the construction of stones. To make it, lay large flat stones on top of each other, make holes in each of them with an electric drill and string all the resulting products onto a copper pipe - it is through it that water will flow to the top of the structure. Then close the gaps with small pebbles and seal the gaps with silicone sealant.

Choose a location

The next step is to decide where exactly on the site the fountain will be located. In order for the structure to fully fulfill its aesthetic function, it cannot be installed “anywhere” - it is important to choose the best location. And for this you need to take into account several nuances.

1. Firstly, the fountain does not have a place in a too open area, since under the influence of active sunlight, the water can begin to “bloom”.
2. Secondly, the fountain cannot be placed among powerful trees - their roots can provoke deformation of the reservoir and waterproofing. In addition, leaves, fluff, fruits and seeds of trees will constantly pollute the fountain.
3. Thirdly, the structure should not be too close to the house, otherwise moisture with the wind will fall on its walls.
4. Fourthly, it is undesirable to stir the fountain in the open wind so that its gusts do not “tear off” the jets.

Position the fountain so that it can be seen from different parts of the site

Thus, the ideal location for a decorative fountain is a light penumbra surrounded by flowers and low bushes.

When you choose a place, proceed directly to the arrangement of the fountain. It involves the phased implementation of three main groups of work:

• tank preparation;
• pump installation;
• installation and decoration of the fountain.

Preparing the tank

In order for the fountain to be durable and solid, it is necessary to equip a special reservoir for hydraulic equipment and water. This is done as follows:

• Dig a pit of a pre-calculated depth and the diameter you need.

Important! The depth level of the tank must be below the ground level so that the soil around the fountain bowl does not wash away and the base does not deform.

• Pour a thin layer of sand on the bottom of the resulting pit and carefully reinforce its side walls with bricks.
• Cover the inner surface of the pit with a dense plastic film - it will prevent the passage of water.
• Fix the film along the top edge of the tank and seal the seams with frost-resistant silicone sealant. Pour stones at the bottom of the pit, distributing them over the surface of the film. Stones should not be sharp so as not to deform the film.
• Install a small emergency drain near the pit in order to prevent the water level in the tank from rising.

Fountain construction

Installing the pump

The fountain will not be able to work without the most important mechanism - the pump. It is he who is responsible for the continuous movement of the water flow. The general principle of operation of the pump is simple: water is ejected through the nozzle into the tank, then it enters the pipeline, where it undergoes coarse and fine cleaning, and then the already purified water is sent back to the nozzle.

The quality of the functioning of the fountain directly depends on the type of pump:

• Submersible - works on the principle of a centrifuge and is located in the center of the fountain tank under water. This is a cheap, but reliable device, for the installation of which no fasteners are needed - the submerged pump is quite heavy, so it does not budge. It is suitable for small weak fountains.

Diagram: fountain pump operation

• Surface - a more serious type of pump, which is not installed inside the tank, but on its edge on the surface of the earth. Such a device is designed for large fountains with a complex design.

The pipeline for the pumping system can be constructed from plastic pipes. Their optimal diameter is 16 mm.

Advice. In order to enhance the operation of the pump, additionally install a pressure tank - it will guarantee a constant pressure of the water flow.

Fountain decoration

After the main functional elements are installed, you need to take care of the installation of the fountain itself, or rather its upper part. If you are using ready-made sculptures, then they must be provided with special fasteners for installation. But a home-made stone fountain is best installed on metal slats, previously laid on top of the tank.

Then proceed to decorate the structure. The fountain can be decorated with plants, stones of various sizes, clay figurines, microsculptures and any other details that seem appropriate to you on your site.

You can decorate the fountain with stones, sculptures and plants

Do not forget about such a spectacular decor tool as lighting. It can be underwater lamps, light strips, floating lanterns, ground lamps - here you are also unlimited. But remember that lighting structures must be completely sealed, and all their contacts must be protected from water as reliably as possible, otherwise it will be unsafe to use them.

When all work is completed, fill the tank with water and start the fountain.

As you can see, to make a beautiful fountain with your own hands, you do not need to work hard and spend a lot of money. Do not deviate from the instructions, use high-quality materials and do not be afraid to experiment with decor - by following these three simple rules, you will definitely get a functional fountain that will delight your eyes and tune in a positive way for many years.

Which fountain to choose for a summer residence: video

Even if the pond on your site is small, it can make a good contribution to the improvement of your territory. And if you decide to build a fountain with your own hands, it will be interesting. It will not just be a place of leisure, but you will also receive a mountain of praise from friends, acquaintances and neighbors.

However, not everyone wants to take on such an idea, because they think that the construction of such a hydraulic device is very expensive and time-consuming, and also requires the intervention of a specialist. If you want to know how to make a fountain at home, then we want to please you that anyone can afford to build a fountain with their own hands at home, you just need to know all the points of design and construction. In this article we will look at how to make a fountain.

Fountain types

Due to the type of construction, products are divided into two types:

1. Open fountain. As a rule, in such buildings, water is supplied to the nozzle. The jet is formed due to the fact that there are differences in water levels. Here you need to monitor the water level, and the water quickly becomes dirty. In order to create such a pressure, you need to raise the container by a meter from the nozzle.
2. Pump fountain. This is the most common design option. Here the pump is placed on the bottom, which creates a constant cycle of water. For structures of this type, the pressure is quite strong and visually looks more beautiful.

tiered fountain

According to the type of pumps, fountains are divided into submersible and stationary.

1. Submersible pump. It is placed at the bottom of the pond. With the help of a pipeline, water rises to the surface, and the nozzle creates a certain form of flow. In this embodiment, water seems to erupt from the earth.
2. A stationary fountain is usually built from stones in the form of a figure, the shape of which can be any to your taste. Such structures are installed in a park or square, as they are a kind of art.

Ideas for a fountain (video)

Where to install the fountain

When choosing the optimal place for construction, it is important to take into account such a factor as the slope of the earth. If the surface on the site is uneven, then it is better to install the structure at the bottom. Thanks to this, it will be easier to adjust the volume of groundwater, and the oxygen saturation of the air will also increase.

Install the fountain where it will be convenient to admire it

It is not advised to build a fountain:

1. Near the house, as with a strong wind, water will fall on the house itself.
2. In an area with direct sunlight, which will contribute to the rapid flowering of water.
3. Under a tree, as fallen leaves or overgrown roots can ruin the product.

It is necessary to place the fountain so that it does not interfere with moving around the yard, but on the other hand, so that it can be clearly seen from different sides. We advise you to locate it near the place of leisure.

The smallest distance that should be between the structure itself and green spaces is 0.5 m. Thus, the plants will be protected from a large amount of moisture. The same principle is relevant for furniture near a water feature. The most optimal location of the structure is a place in the shade and without wind, near water and an electrical network. So I will save your efforts and material costs.

After we have decided where the fountain will be, you can proceed to its design or what will be the shape and depth of the building

Construction materials

To save money and power costs, it is possible to build a pond with a pump placed in it.

Materials for building a fountain:

1. Capacity
2. Pump
3. water insulator
4. Shovel
5. Stone of various sizes
6. Decor elements

How to choose and install a container

In the case of a small fountain, an ordinary small basin can serve as a reservoir.

For a larger option, you can use a bath or a pit dug with your own hands. When using a bath, you need to dig a hole so that its edges are below ground level. First, all holes are closed in the container, then it descends into the pit, where it needs to be strengthened with stones and earth.

If you want to dig your tank, use a film for this. It, in turn, should be dense and of high quality. In a dug hole, the film is pressed against stones. Also, stones are lined to the bottom. They should not be sharp, as this may damage the film. They need to be evenly distributed throughout the bottom.

How to choose a pump

To build a fountain, it is not necessary to buy expensive materials, since you can use the elements used in the household. But you don’t need to save money on buying a pump, since how long it will work without problems depends on the quality of the pump, and the more beautiful the final result will be.

The best choice for construction is to use a submersible pump. But if you have a large or cascading fountain, installation of a surface pump is welcome.

The main indicator when buying a pump is its power. If your fountain has a small water pressure, then you do not need to buy a powerful pump. It is important to know that the power corresponds to the diameter of the pipe, and the pressure must be strong, otherwise it will be the result of an unsuccessful fountain.

The erection of the fountain

The construction of the fountain consists of five stages:

1. Digging a pit
2. Trench reinforcement
3. Fixing the tank or installing the film
4. Pump installation
5. Fountain decor

Now consider some options for building a fountain with your own hands.

Examples of building fountains

With the use of a tire

For this we will need

1. Old used tire, for example, from under a tractor
2. Cement, water, gravel and sand
3. concrete mixing tool
4. Film
5. Level
6. Stones of various sizes
7. Mastic or silicone
8. Pump

Fountain made of tires lined with stone

Sequencing:

1. Preparing a concrete solution.
2. Pour the solution onto the bottom 10 cm high and level using a level.
3. After the solution dries, put the tire on the bottom, after cutting off the sidewall on one side.
4. Using mastic or silicone, glue the tire to the base.
5. Concrete is poured along the edge of the tire, thereby strengthening the structure.
6. We put the pump in the center of the tire.
7. We decorate the fountain. With the use of a tire

Using film

For this type of fountain you will need:

1. Thick film
2. Shovel
3. Sand
4. Pump
5. Stones of different sizes

Fountain in a film pond

Sequencing:

• First, you need to dig a pit, remove everything superfluous from the pit, for example, stones and ram the bottom.
• Next, you need to fill the pit with sand.
• The next thing to do is to lay the film. We lay it so that the edge goes beyond the hole. Then we press the film with stones along the contour of the pond.
• Then we install the pump, depending on its type and instructions.
• We decorate an almost built work of art according to your taste.
• Fill the pond with water.

Using an old bath

For this case, you need to have in stock:

1. Shovel
2. stones
3. Pump
4. Bath
5. Insulating tape
6. Metal shears
7. Metal sheet
8. Drill

Fountain from an old bath

Sequencing:

1. We tear out a hole according to the size of the bath.
2. We lower the bath into the pit and clog all the holes
3. From a sheet of metal, you need to cut wide strips and lay them around the perimeter of the bath, pressing down with stones.
4. Decorative gravel can be placed in the bath itself.
5. Installing the pumping system.
6. It is possible to set the backlight, and change the color of the water with the help of blue. Thanks to this, the bath will not be noticeable.
7. We decorate our design.

Using a plastic bottle

For such, if I may say so, a fountain, you need to have available:

1. Plastic bottle
2. Carnation
3. Insulating tape
4. garden hose

Practicality in everything!

Sequencing:

1. Remove all stickers from the bottle.
2. We punch holes in the bottle with a hot nail.
3. We install the hose in the bottle and tightly wrap it with tape.
4. We place our structure in the planned place and turn on the pressure.

This mini fountain is suitable for watering the garden and garden.

home decorative fountain

For this we need:

1. Flower pot
2. Glass paint
3. water pump
4. contours
5. aquarium decoration

Flower Pot Fountain

Sequencing:

1. We paint the pot with paints.
2. Make a small hole in the bottom of the pot.
3. We mount the pump under the pot stand.
4. We pass the tube through the hole made.
5. We put pebbles on the bottom.
6. We make decoration.
7. We fill the container with water.

Decor

If you decorate your fountain, it will further emphasize how unique it is. Next to the pond, you can put natural stones, you can even have different colors, put up indoor plants, put various figures of toys or animals, etc.

Design lighting can amaze your guests with its originality. This is done using special equipment. Lamps are placed along the perimeter of the structure, and lighting is installed at the bottom.

Plants and decor for the fountain

Aquatic plants can be placed at the bottom of the reservoir, and shrubs can be planted around it.

Fountain Care

After you make a fountain at home, it will, of course, need to be well looked after. In order to maintain order, and the water was clear, and the building had a pleasant appearance, it is important to constantly clean the tank. Using special tools, you can remove leaves and similar things from the pond that can spoil the water, as well as damage the equipment.

When the summer season is over, you will need to drain the water from the reservoir, remove the equipment into the room, and cover the rest with oilcloth to protect it from dirt.

Making a fountain with your own hands in a summer cottage or in your apartment is not so difficult and does not require large material expenses. Before erecting a structure, you need to find out what its shape, size and location will be. You can place it anywhere - in your garden or near the gazebo. Subsequently, the fountain needs to be well looked after - control the cleanliness and water level, as well as remove fallen leaves.

Such structures are often installed in suburban areas. The fountain can decorate any free area or become its oasis. If you connect your imagination and use various decorative elements, the fountain will look even better and more original.

How to mount a fountain in your garden (video)

Water is the basis of the foundations, which is why in many world cultures it is sung as a source of life for all life on our planet. Moreover, in addition to the main function - to quench thirst, water can serve as an aesthetic element, relieving fatigue and calming a person.

And according to the philosophy of Feng Shui, even a small fountain installed in the northwestern part of the room is able to provide abundance and prosperity in the house.

A do-it-yourself indoor fountain is a worthy alternative to a factory product, because in addition to the low cost, the presented element is absolutely unique and can be made based on the wishes and imagination of the performer. Whereas the methodology for the production of work is not particularly difficult and can be implemented by anyone without much effort.

What should be considered before making a decorative fountain for the house?

Of course, the first step is to consider the design of the future masterpiece: its shape, size, number of tiers. But in any case, one should take into account the basic principle of any fountain, according to which water must constantly circulate in a closed cycle.

Further, based on the developed idea, you should stock up on all the necessary stock of materials that may be useful in the work. In most cases, for home-made designs, a kit consisting of the following items will be a sufficient set:

• Sealed container (plastic basin, flower pot, vase, planter, bucket);
• Water pump (you can use the aquarium option);
• Decorative design elements (colored stones, pellets, all kinds of shells, decorations for aquariums, LED strips).

In addition, you should take care of the presence of an electrical outlet for the possibility of connecting pumping equipment, as well as provide decorative hiding of the power cord.

Indoor fountain: a method of self-production

Considering the basis of the operation of any pump, it is very important to ensure that it is installed in such a way as to minimize the risk of equipment running without liquid, which is why in most cases, when self-manufacturing fountains, these accessories are located at the lowest point of the structure.

That is, at the first stage, the pump is fixed on the bottom of the sealed structure, for which special suction cups (included in the aquarium pump kit) or adhesives based on sanitary sealants (for example, liquid nails) can be used.

Then, with the help of a silicone tube, it is possible to lift the liquid to the upper level. Why the tube is simply put on the outlet of the pump and installed in a vertical position.

At the next stage, it is recommended to visually hide the pumping equipment from the external environment, for which the pump is covered with a layer of pebbles or covered with a decorative frame made of any material. In this case, the outlet tube must remain in its original position.

The further method of work depends entirely on the capabilities and imagination of the performer. But in general terms, it comes down to ensuring the presence of a decorative reservoir on the elevation of a floor fountain. This can be achieved by laying large stones (with a diameter of 50 - 70 mm) in the form of a slide, on which any container will subsequently be mounted (using epoxy glue).

A beautiful shell, an antique mug, a metal plate, or any other item you like can be used as the top tank. Moreover, before the process of its final installation, a hole is drilled in the bottom of the element, equal to the diameter of the silicone tube, and the latter is inserted into the internal cavity of the tank by 5–10 mm (excess material is simply removed). Reliable fixation and sealing of the entire structure is achieved through the use of waterproof adhesives.

The final stage of work is the decoration of the outdoor fountain. Why its surfaces can be covered with various elements of decorative equipment and equipped in accordance with

For those who want to update the exterior, make it special and memorable, we suggest using a small homemade fountain. The step-by-step instructions for making a fountain with your own hands are quite simple and anyone who has a certain set of tools and materials will be able to create this beauty in their yard.

We install a fountain in the country

The first point of the fountain installation plan is planning its size and type. Consider the size of the yard, do not make the fountain too big or small - this will not give a positive visual effect. Remember, the power of pumping equipment is directly proportional to the size of the structure.

Now you have to choose right piece of land for installation. Firstly, the fountain should be located where it will be clearly visible. Secondly, it should be close to the place of rest. The sound of running water and cool freshness in the summer heat are important components of a pleasant and peaceful outdoor recreation. Try not to install the fountain in the open sun. Water will have to be changed frequently due to its flowering. There is also no place next to the construction trees, the roots can damage the thicket and for repairs you will have to disassemble the entire decor element.

To install a fountain with your own hands on the site correctly, do not choose places near the walls. In this case, the structure will not avoid acquaintance with mold and fungus. And this, in turn, will not only spoil the appearance, but also cause an unpleasant musty smell.

Plan ahead for future buildings on the site. Do not install a fountain on the road to them.

Do-it-yourself step-by-step guide for installing a fountain in the country

Let's talk about how to make a fountain with your own hands using the example of a very simple design - fontanel fountain. This type of building has several advantages:

• Effective appearance;
• Easy care;
• Easy access to parts for the purpose of repair;
• The possibility of parsing for the winter.

Having picked up a place for installation, we dig out excavation slightly larger than a fountain bowl. Additionally, a shallow hole should be dug around it. gutter(about 10 cm).

Do-it-yourself fountain. Instructions in the photo

At the bottom of the pit should be sand cushion 15 cm thick. This will protect the underground part of the structure from plant roots. We level the surface and install on it plastic bowl. We set the font according to the level, pour and ram the sand. The container should be installed in such a way that its edges protrude by 5-8 cm.

The next step is to fill the plastic container under the bowl with water. It is not necessary to pour “with a slide”, leave 4-6 cm to the edge.

Now you need install a fountain and check the operation of pumping equipment. If power pumps can be adjusted, then we adjust so that the water falls back into the bowl. Approach to the choice of equipment should be very careful. Ideally, at the time of purchase, explain to the seller what bowl size and bowl volume is expected. Then he will help you choose the equipment of the required power.

Do-it-yourself fountain. Instructions in the photo

After installing the bowl and pump, you need to do waterproofing fabric. Cut out the canvas with a diameter of a hole for the fountain. Starting from its center, cut into strips. This must be done so that the diameter of the resulting inner circle is equal to the diameter of the bowl of the structure. We bend the resulting strips of material and lower them into a container. You can fix them with a sealant. Do-it-yourself fountains always require a lot of patience and accuracy in work, especially this stage of construction.

So that the base of the structure does not lose its shape and is stable, we put a couple of rods on the sealed fabric fittings, and on top of them - galvanized fine mesh. The cell size will affect the size of the stones or rubble used. used in the decor of the fountain.

Do-it-yourself fountain. Instructions in the photo

The final stage of construction - decoration designs. The border of the fountain can be laid out with larger stones, but you should not make it too clear. Small stones like sea pebbles or gravel are laid out on the grid. If you want to add a natural fountain, then its boundaries should not be too clear. Various plants will look good along the edges of the structure.
Thematic japanese fountainfor lovers of oriental exoticism, it is installed in a similar way. A step-by-step instruction for making a Japanese-style garden fountain with your own hands consists of the same points. You will find a diagram of the structure below.

Do-it-yourself waterfall fountain

We will not build anything grandiose, but small, about 1 m high, cascading waterfall we are quite capable. It has already been described in detail above how to prepare a foundation pit for a pond bowl. But this time we are building a waterfall. And if there is no natural elevation for him, he will have to create it himself.

Make mound convenient in the process of digging a pit. We just throw off the ground where the hill should be, and carefully ram it. For the hose supplying water to the point where the water falls, make a small groove in the wall of the pit and embankment.

Do-it-yourself waterfall fountain. Instructions in the photo

After the foundation pit and the base of the waterfall are ready, we begin to cover the bottom and walls of the mini-pond waterproofing material(for example, PVC film). It is necessary to lay the canvas in such a way that it not only completely covers the bottom and walls of the pit, but also protrudes about half a meter on the sides of the pit.

Be sure to lay a pipe for supplying water to the top of the waterfall in a pre-prepared channel-ditch. Bend one of its edges 30-40 cm up.

This time we are making a permanent structure, and therefore it is best concrete pond bowl. To begin, carefully lay out metal mesh at the bottom of the pit. Do not allow the waterproofing to be damaged. Next, pour a layer of concrete with a thickness of about 12-15 cm.

How to make a fountain in the country with your own hands. Photo

Now you need to prepare bowl walls. We lay out the grid, strengthening it in a solution that has not yet hardened. You can continue to install a fountain with a pump with your own hands, which will look like a cascading waterfall, in a day. We fill the walls of the pond bowl and finish the most difficult stage of construction.

The next part of the build is decoration the resulting structure. We build steps on a pre-rammed hill. The step should be about 30 cm and three ledges will be enough.

On the resulting smooth surfaces lay out flat sandstone, pebbles or any other material you like. We decorate the rest of the fountain, including the film around the perimeter, with stones, rubble, marble or other pre-prepared materials.

It remains only to turn on the pump and fill the font of the structure with water. We observe how the stream falls steadily down the steps of the waterfall and enjoy the originality of our suburban area.

DIY stone fountain

How to build stone fountain? We will talk about this right now. First you need to take care of the availability of all necessary devices and materials. We will need:

• Water pump (underwater with medium power is suitable);
• Plastic container for a bowl;
• Tube made of metal or PVC for holding an electric cable;
• Coupling;
• Flat stones and gravel;
• Bars of wood;
• Water flow power regulator;
• Copper tube with a diameter of 15 mm.

foundation pit for the bowl of the fountain should be a little more than the capacity prepared for these purposes. By filling the space between it and the walls of the pit with soil, we will significantly strengthen the position of the bowl. As in previous cases, do not forget to create at the bottom of the pit sand cushion. Lay a layer on top pebbles.

Water pump located freely in the water tank. This will make it easier to repair it if necessary. From debris, the water tank can be secured by a simple fine mesh. To give structural strength on top of the metal mesh are placed wooden bars(if desired, they can be replaced with metal fittings).

The base of the fountain will be metal pipe which is attached vertically to the pump.

The next step is preparation flat stones. To do this, using special tools, we make holes with a diameter slightly larger than the diameter of the metal pipe - the base of the structure.

Further, according to the principle of the children's pyramid, we “plant” the stones on the pipe. It remains only to add decorative elements to the fountain and connect the pump. A very simple, but spectacular and beautiful do-it-yourself fountain in the country is ready for use.

A variety of do-it-yourself fountains on personal plots

Submersible fountains

If there is already a pond in the yard, then it can be used as a basis submersible fountain. The principle of its work is simple. Water is supplied by a pump directly from the pond. In this case, to install a submersible fountain, you will need:

• Pump;
• Pipe for water supply;
• Appropriate nozzle for shaping the water jet and setting it in the right direction.

Nozzles are very different. For example, bell nozzle is a two-disk design. The flow of water passes between them and changes when the gap is adjusted. Nozzle " geyser” - a tube narrowed to the top - quite effectively copies the corresponding natural phenomenon.

Such structures have quite a lot of possibilities. For example, you can create the effect of a key beating out of the ground. To do this, do-it-yourself fountain is mounted in such a way that the end of the pipe does not protrude above the surface of the reservoir.

Using more complex nozzles, you can significantly expand the possibilities of decor. The effect of spraying water, the simultaneous combination of several nozzles and many other variations for the choice of those who design a fountain in their country house.

Stationary fountains

A fountain of this type is a real find for lovers and professionals of design art. Structures can take the form of natural stone fonts, antique structures; they are made from clay pots, plastic bottles and any material that is at hand. Fountains for Japanese gardens are especially popular recently.

Any frost-resistant material will do: marble, artificial stone, sea pebbles, etc. To decorate such fountains, they often resort to painting. There are two ways to do it:

• Staining of the material before the manufacture of the structure;
• Painting of the finished figure.

The first option is much more expensive, but it is also much more reliable. To protect against moss, fungus and mold, it is useful to treat the fountain structure with special means.

Small stationary fountain will look good in family recreation areas or close to playgrounds. Our master class "Do-it-yourself fountain in the country" will help novice designers to correctly build, perhaps, one of the main elements of decor in a suburban area. And it doesn't matter if it's a small fountain-geyser or a large-scale cascading waterfall 2 meters high. The main thing is that he pleases the owners and does not cause problems.

Video instructions for making a fountain in the country