Building A Fountain

Modeled after an old millstone this small garden fountain is the perfect size for a patio or small backyard.

Building a fountain.

Water which flows up a pipe and trickles back down in a continuous cycle. Electric drill with a masonry bit. And a piece of sculpture over which the water flows. Square of very sturdy expanded.

We ll use a preformed shell liner for the pond and a flexible pond liner to create the waterfall. Constructed from concrete and common building material you can construct it in a weekend. You can build this beautiful artesian fountain in just two days. A pump which propels the water.

From a diy fountain made from flower pots to a homemade water fountain that rivals store bought renditions these easy and unique projects will reinvigorate your garden like nothing else. Building a fountain overview illustration by gregory nemec. A fountain is composed of three things. And once it s built you don t have to worry about maintenance.

Submersible fountain pump that lifts water at least 3 ft. Plastic bucket slightly wider than large pot s base diameter. Enjoy the sound of water trickling over river stones. This fountain is made from one deep 30 in pot and one shallow 6 in pot.

Your fountain will be composed of three main elements. A water reservoir a water pump and a design feature. If you re looking for an eye catching water feature for. The sculpture can be built from any material that will withstand constant water.

Watch the birds and. Make sure your fountain always has sufficient water. The instructions below describe building a two tier pond with a waterfall. Plus check out more of our best backyard decorating ideas that will be sure to wow your guests during summer soirées.

Each pot has a single drain hole in its bottom. In this story we ll show you everything you need to construct this stone fountain complete with running water. These factors will all influence what materials you will need.