Varieties of fountains in the country and step-by-step instructions for making it yourself
A fountain in the country is easy to do without the help of professionals with your own hands. The main thing is to choose a detailed scheme with a step-by-step description of actions and follow all the recommendations specified in the instructions. First of all, you need to decide on the type of design and familiarize yourself with the principle of its operation. A functional structure, regardless of its size and shape, will adorn any suburban area.
Varieties and arrangement of outdoor garden fountains
Before starting work on the construction of a structure, you need to choose a suitable variety. Fountains differ in size, shape and materials used. When choosing, take into account the area of the site, the landscape, the style of the design of the yard.
Submersible
In most cases, the basis of this type of fountain is the reservoir available on the territory of the dacha.Water is supplied by a pump directly from the tank, through a pipe. For work, you will also need a nozzle that will form the jet and set it in the desired direction.
Stationary
These types of fountains are reminiscent of architectural structures. The structure is made of marble, pebbles, artificial stone, even clay pots or plastic bottles are suitable.
Waterfall
This type of fountain mimics falling jets of water, resembling a waterfall. The water from above not only returns to the bowl, but falls on a cascade of stones or other decorative elements.
Creation process
Start by determining a suitable location.
How to choose a seat
When choosing the right place to install a fountain, there are a number of important points to consider:
- The fountain should be in partial shade. Direct sunlight causes the water to heat up quickly and bloom.
- Do not place the structure under trees. Roots from mature trees can damage the waterproofing system. In addition, the water will constantly be clogged with leaves, branches, fruits that have fallen from the tree.
- The location of the water decoration device near the house is undesirable. Excessive moisture and splashes on the wall can negatively affect the condition of the walls in the house.
- It is better if the structure is protected from drafts, otherwise the jets of water will be carried away by the wind.
The place where the fountain is located should be clearly visible from any part of the site.
The aquatic structure, surrounded by a flower garden and low bushes, is magnificent.
Selection of bowls
To create a solid structure, you need to equip a special bowl for collecting water and a place for storing the hydraulic system.The bottom of the pit is lined with a film or a container of a suitable volume is chosen.
Pump requirements
The fountain drives the pump. It ensures a continuous movement of water:
- water from the bowl rises through a special device;
- having reached the set point, it is again thrown out of the nozzle into the bowl;
- then the water enters the pipe, is cleaned and returns to the nozzle.
For fountains you need to purchase special pumps. They differ in the presence of a built-in filter. It is enough to purchase such a unit, fix it in a container, pour water and connect it to the mains.
Before buying a pump, you need to decide how high the fountain would like to see the summer resident in its area.
50cm
This height of fountain requires a unit capable of pumping up to 850 liters of water per hour.
100cm
The productivity of this model of equipment is up to 2000 l/h.
150cm
The 1.5 meter high fountain requires equipment capable of pumping 3000 l/h.
200cm
If the height of the water jet reaches 200 cm, then it is necessary to purchase a pump with a capacity of 5000 l / h.
300cm or more
For high fountains, a unit with a capacity of 8000 l/h is chosen.
How to assemble
Work involves the implementation of such sequential actions:
- First, you need to dig a pit with the depth and width recommended in the diagram. The depth of the bowl is made below ground level so that the ground around the structure is not washed away by water.
- The bottom of the pit is covered with a layer of sand.
- The side walls of the pit are lined with bricks.
- The surface of the pit is lined with a dense film that will not allow water to leak out of the bowl.
- All formed seams are treated with a sealant.
- Stones with a smooth surface are laid out on the bottom.
To avoid an increase in the water level in the pit, they think of a small emergency drain.
Decoration
As soon as all the main elements responsible for quality work are installed, proceed to the installation of the upper part of the fountain and its decoration.
The fountain is decorated with plants, stones of different shapes and sizes, clay figurines and small sculptures. It is important to light the fountain. Waterproof lamps, light strips are chosen as lighting devices, floating lanterns look beautiful. Floor lamps are placed around the fountain.
How to make a homemade one without a pump at home
If desired, a homemade fountain is easy to make without a pump:
- A water pipe went out into the reservoir, which is located near the summer cottage.
- Under pressure, the water will come out of the pipe, creating a jet of different heights.
- If a nozzle is installed at the end of the pipe, it will be possible to change the shape of the jet.
It is important to consider where to discharge the waste water. She can return again to a river, well or irrigation beds. The pump in such a system is used only to supply water to the dwelling. The fountain is only a water discharge point.
Diagrams and drawings
To create a structure, there will be the necessary drawings.
small fountain
You will need a container to collect the water and a pump. Various decorative details, for example stone slabs, are placed on the tube coming from the pump. A hole is drilled in the center of each stone and threaded onto a pipe in descending order, forming a pyramid.
To prevent water from flowing out of the container, a drain system is provided. A hose is inserted into the container, the free end of which is taken out to a suitable place.
Fountain installation diagram:
- A hole is dug in which a volumetric flowerpot is installed without holes.
- Bricks are placed on the side walls. They will give stability and strength.
- A pump with a hose is fixed between the bricks.
- Fill the container with water.
- Holes are drilled in the center of the prepared tiles and placed on the pipe.
- The free surface is covered with pebbles.
Interior and office
Small fountains are characterized by a low-power pump. For crafting, you need bamboo, which can be purchased from a florist:
- Bamboo up to 72 cm long is cut into three unequal pieces. An oblique cut is made on one side of each part.
- A pump is placed in the container, the largest piece of bamboo is put in place, the other two pieces are attached to it.
- The container is decorated with growing bamboo strands.
- The surface is filled with pebbles, water is poured in and the pump is turned on.
Pebble
The job is to perform simple sequential actions:
- a container is placed in the recess made;
- a pump with a hose is fixed in the center of the container;
- the bowl is covered with a metal grid;
- then install a trellis with fine cells made of solid wire;
- pebbles are placed on top of the grid.
Near the wall
The jet of water that goes from the wall to the bowl is magnificent. In the center of the bowl is a pump that pushes water through a pipe of varying lengths to a given point.
The wall must be treated with a waterproofing agent.
waterfall fountain
With this design option, water flows from one tank to another. The fountain is easy to make from any material at hand. Buckets, watering cans, carts are suitable. The working principle of this design is simple:
- the selected containers are attached to each other so that the water flows freely from one container to another;
- below, under the containers, install the large main bowl;
- a pump is attached to the main tank;
- a hose is attached to the pump, which will pump water into the uppermost container.
Tiffany
The design is a combination of a fishtail (several pipes for the outlet of a stream of water) and a bell (a powerful pipe is installed in the center for the outlet of water). Thick streams fall in one or more directions.
Tulip
A powerful pump with a hose nozzle is installed in the center of the bowl. Spherical discs are located at the upper end of the nozzle. The water jet is fed at a slight angle, forming a flower shape at the top.
Ring
A strong pipe is installed, bent in the form of a ring. Holes are made in the pipe at equal distances from each other. Guide nozzles are inserted into each hole.
Singing
A musical fountain will become a decoration of any landscape. The structure consists of a bowl, a music control system, a water filtration system and a jet height control.
For the pond
To arrange a fountain on a pond, you need a pump, piping and a nozzle to form a stream of water.
A bath or other materials at hand
Any container for the accumulation of water is chosen, it is not necessary to cover the pit with a film. The main thing is that the container is free from damage, cracks and chips. An old tub, barrel, flowerpot, or basin works well.
A bathroom fountain is made according to the following scheme:
- a bath is installed in the dug hole, tightly sealed the drainage holes;
- smooth, oval stones are laid on the bottom;
- repair the pump;
- fill the container with water.
Tips & Tricks
Tips from experienced professionals to help you avoid mistakes in fountain installation:
- for a large structure, the organization of the foundation is required;
- the bowl should be complete, without damage;
- constantly monitor the operation of the pump and other system elements.
Rules of maintenance and operation
In order for a decorative fountain for a garden to please with its beauty, you need to properly care for it:
- The integrity of all structural elements should be checked regularly.
- It is recommended to regularly change the water in the bowl and wash the walls of the container from the plate.
- For the winter, the water is drained and the entire structure is dismantled.
- Store the pump and other devices in a cool, dry place.
It is not difficult to build a fountain yourself in your country house. The main thing is to be patient and follow the recommendations of the chosen scheme.