Making homemade fountains with your own hands. Production of decorative room fountains. The location of the indoor fountain

A small homemade pond framed by properly selected plants is always the highlight of a suburban area. And to make it look more spectacular, you can install a fountain. How to make a fountain with your own hands, and what is required for this?

Varieties of fountains

The appearance of the fountain is affected by the number of nozzles, their location, the pressure force of the water supply. Jets can be sprayed to the sides, hit straight up, smoothly flow down the walls of the structure. Depending on the method of water supply, all fountains are divided into several types.

Table. Types of fountains

Construction type	Main characteristics
	The most common option in suburban areas. Water is supplied under low pressure, so the jet rises low, and the nozzle distributes it evenly around the circumference. Due to this, a hemisphere is formed from a water film, in which the sun's rays are beautifully refracted.
	In such a fountain, the pressure of the water supply is much stronger, the jets are thrown up or to the sides (this depends on the location of the nozzle). By adjusting the force of pressure, it is possible to change the height of the jets within a fairly wide range.
	The most spectacular option: the design consists of several containers located at different levels, and the water, flowing down, forms a stepped mini-waterfall.
	A complex design in which the cascade version is combined with a geyser or a bell fountain. It looks very impressive, but it also requires more effort to build.

Choosing the type of fountain, you need to take into account not only its decorative qualities, but also the complexity of installation, the cost of all components, as well as the overall design of the site and the size of the reservoir. For example, for a very small fountain, a bell fountain is best, for a more spacious one, a geyser or a combined version. If a garden with a pond is decorated in an oriental style, a cascade fountain would be an ideal choice.

Choosing a location for the fountain

The correct location of the fountain not only ensures the maximum decorative effect of the structure, but also makes it easier to care for it during operation. If the fountain is located in a completely open area, which is actively heated by the sun, the water will evaporate and bloom faster.

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:

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.
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.

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.
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:

Near the house, as with a strong wind, water will fall on the house itself.
In an area with direct sunlight, which will contribute to the rapid flowering of water.
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:

Capacity
Pump
water insulator
Shovel
Stone of various sizes
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:

Digging a pit
Trench reinforcement
Fixing the tank or installing the film
Pump installation
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

Old used tire, for example, from under a tractor
Cement, water, gravel and sand
concrete mixing tool
Film
Level
Stones of various sizes
Mastic or silicone
Pump

Fountain made of tires lined with stone

Sequencing:

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

Using film

For this type of fountain you will need:

Thick film
Shovel
Sand
Pump
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:

Shovel
stones
Pump
Bath
Insulating tape
Metal shears
Metal sheet
Drill

Fountain from an old bath

Sequencing:

We tear out a hole according to the size of the bath.
We lower the bath into the pit and clog all the holes
From a sheet of metal, you need to cut wide strips and lay them around the perimeter of the bath, pressing down with stones.
Decorative gravel can be placed in the bath itself.
Installing the pumping system.
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.
We decorate our design.

Using a plastic bottle

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

Plastic bottle
Carnation
Insulating tape
garden hose

Practicality in everything!

Sequencing:

Remove all stickers from the bottle.
We punch holes in the bottle with a hot nail.
We install the hose in the bottle and tightly wrap it with tape.
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:

Flower pot
Glass paint
water pump
contours
aquarium decoration

Flower Pot Fountain

Sequencing:

We paint the pot with paints.
Make a small hole in the bottom of the pot.
We mount the pump under the pot stand.
We pass the tube through the hole made.
We put pebbles on the bottom.
We make decoration.
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)

In specialized stores today you can buy very original. The range of such goods is quite large, as they say, for every taste and color. Many people like it when the murmur of a small trickle of water is heard in the house. These sounds allow you to relax and calm down after a hard day's work. However, most consumers do not know what can be done. At the same time, special costs are not required, as well as knowledge.

Construction material

So, below we will describe how to make a fountain at home. To create an original design you will need:

Glue.
A container that will serve as the basis for the fountain.
Approximate scheme of the fountain
Large sink.
A small piece of hose commonly used for cleaning aquariums.
Polyethylene film.
Expanded clay, decorative multi-colored soil and shells of various shapes and sizes.

A large sink will serve as the central detail of the entire composition. A pump and a hose are needed for pumping water, and multi-colored soil, shells and expanded clay are for decoration. In addition, you need a small piece of plastic wrap. So, expanded clay can be purchased at any flower shop. As for the soil black, red, and it is better to use a special mixture for aquariums.

We select the capacity

A home fountain should be strong enough and at the same time beautiful. Therefore, the container for its base should be selected more carefully. The first step in the manufacture of a structure is the selection of a vessel. For the fountain, in this case, you can take a flower pot. If there is no such container, then you can use a flower pot, a beautiful basin, a clay vase, and so on.

The most important thing is that the vessel does not leak. If, for example, there are holes in the flower pot, they should be sealed with epoxy glue.

Choosing a pump

Since everyone can make a fountain at home, you should pay special attention to the pump. After all, not everyone understands them. There are several with a spray tip and a regular one. In this case, the first option is not suitable. First of all, splashes can get outside the main tank. And one more thing - we have a completely different idea.

Therefore, to make a mini-fountain with your own hands, an ordinary pump will be enough. The tip can be made by yourself. In this case, the pump should simply raise the jet up.

First stage

So, how to make a fountain at home at no extra cost? First you need to cut off a small piece of hose, about 10 centimeters long. After that, you need to put it on the pump tip and see if the hole in it is completely open. It is on this that the power of the jet that will be supplied to the fountain depends. The finished structure should be installed at the bottom of a pre-prepared container.

The home fountain in this case will be with a large sink in the center. This is where the water will come out. Therefore, it is necessary to make a hole in the sink that will fit the hose in size. This can be done with a conventional drill. Of course, the sink should be drilled carefully so that its walls do not crack.

Stage two

The layout of the fountain is quite simple. With its help, everyone will be able to assemble a similar decoration for their interior. When the pump is installed in the tank, expanded clay can be poured, which must be covered with polyethylene from above. A hole for the hose should be made in advance in the film.

Polyethylene is necessary so that expanded clay does not float when wet. After all, water will be poured into the container. After that, multi-colored aquarium soil should be poured onto the film.

Washbasin stand

The composition will not look if the main element is simply set on pebbles. Therefore, you should make a neat stand. So, how to make a fountain at home, which will not only soothe with the pleasant sounds of flowing water, but also be a wonderful addition and highlight of the interior? A beautiful stand can be created from pebbles. They can be held together with epoxy glue. When making the stand, do not forget about the hole for the hose.

Assembling the structure

When the stand is ready, a hose should be passed through it. If it is too long, then it needs to be shortened. Otherwise, you will see where the water is coming from. Now you can install the main element - a large sink. In the previously made hole, stretch the hose just one centimeter.

That's all, it remains to decorate the fountain. To do this, pour some shells around the sink and put the most beautiful pebbles. All this can be purchased at the store - for lovers of aquarium fish or as a gift.

If there is no large sink, then it can also be replaced with any suitable item. The main thing is that you can make a hole for the hose in it. The design of a decorative fountain for a room depends entirely on the imagination of its creator.

The final stage

After the composition is completely folded and all its elements are fixed, it is necessary to pour water into the container. There is no point in completely submerging the soil. So the fountain will lose the main idea and its charm. The most important thing is that the pump is completely hidden under water.

Now you can turn on the fountain. To do this, plug the cable from the pump into the outlet.

That's all, the homemade fountain for the room is ready. However, it is worth remembering that the water from it will gradually evaporate, especially in the hot season. Therefore, it will be necessary to add liquid to the decorative fountain at least once a week. More often if necessary.

You can mask the cable from the pump to the outlet. In addition, the indoor fountain can be decorated with artificial flowers. This will give the composition a more effective look.

Finally

Now you know how to make a home fountain. It does not require large expenses and special talents to create it. Enough to turn on the fantasy. It doesn’t take much time to make such compositions, but they will delight you for more than one year.

We all rejoice at the arrival of summer, but when the sun begins to bake strongly, we want coolness. Therefore, many tend to spend more time near the fountains, which will not only freshen the air, but also cheer you up with the sound of falling water. But it is not necessary to go to the square to admire this action. Each person, regardless of whether he lives in an ordinary city apartment or in a private house, can make his own decorative fountain.

Pros and cons of creating

A decorative fountain is primarily an element designed to decorate the surrounding space. It has several key advantages:

But artificial fountains have certain disadvantages:

The need for special care and periodic monitoring. This structure must be cleaned regularly to prevent debris from clogging the pump. It is also necessary to monitor the health of the equipment and promptly eliminate the problems that arise.
Considering that the pump requires mains electricity, running the fountain will incur certain costs, which can be especially high if the installation is to be operated for a long time.

Types of structures

Decorative fountains can differ from each other in various ways. For example, according to the type of accommodation, it is customary to classify them into home and street. The former are designed to decorate rooms, while the latter are used in open spaces, where they act as an integral element of landscape design.

According to the type of construction, fountains can be divided into several types:

Depending on the nature of the movement of the water flow, fountains can be divided into the following types:

It is also customary to highlight annular a fountain in which an annular-shaped pipe is provided, and holes are located in it at the same distance from each other. At the moment water is supplied through them, a stream appears that resembles a ring.

An interesting variation is the installation in the form of a hemisphere or hemisphere. In its composition, it has several parallel disk nozzles connected in a special way. At the moment of supplying water under pressure, the jet acquires a spherical shape, which gives the entire structure a very unusual and spectacular appearance.

Shapes and sizes

Although the fountain can be of any size and shape, when choosing them, it is recommended to be guided by common sense and do not forget that it will be somewhat more difficult to care for the installation of a more intricate shape and large dimensions.

The bowl of the fountain can have a symmetrical or non-standard asymmetrical shape. For example, it can be made in the form of an oval, square, circle, triangle, as well as any other geometric shapes, including those that follow the contours of the silhouette of an animal or a person.

Also, fountains can be complex multi-level or made of several interconnected containers. In this case, each of these elements can be equipped with its own nozzle, being an integral part of a more complex installation.

Stylistic design

Fountains used for decorative purposes can be made in a wide variety of styles. The belonging of the structure to one direction or another depends on various factors - appearance, shape and size, material of manufacture.

There are several design options applicable to decorative fountains:

Installation location

In order for a decorative fountain to successfully cope with its role, it is necessary to correctly approach its location.

Prepare the site in advance so that you can approach the fountain or stay close to it. Make sure that the structure is not covered by other elements of landscape design.

DIY decorative fountain

It is not necessary to pay money to the master for the manufacture of the original decorative fountain. Any owner can cope with this task on their own.

Materials and tools

And first of all, you need to prepare the tools, materials and fixtures necessary for work:

container that you will use as a bowl. It can be an old barrel or a bathtub. The main thing is that the product is strong enough without damage to withstand the volume of water;
a pipe or a sufficiently strong and dense hose for water supply;
pumping unit;
materials for waterproofing;
filter;
nozzle;
shovel.

Manufacturing process

After you have prepared everything you need, you can proceed to the manufacture of a decorative fountain:

The fountain you made will last longer if you regularly check the condition of the devices and promptly eliminate the malfunctions that arise, as well as clean the bowl of debris that gets into it.

A decorative fountain can become one of the main elements of your site and change its design for the better. You just need to get it right to make it. With a little imagination and using unnecessary materials, you can surely create a creation with your own hands that will look no worse than products made by professional craftsmen.

Being engaged in the improvement of household territories, some owners at some point come to the understanding that there is not enough fountain on the site. You should not give up this idea if you have everything planned out for a long time and there is no extra space left. After all, it does not have to be a large structure. Even in small areas, you can find a place to arrange a compact decorative fountain there, which will give you coolness and become a great relaxation area.

If you decide to create it yourself, then you need to thoroughly prepare for this work. And first of all, you must understand what kind of installation this installation should have, what material it should be made of and how water should flow in it. These and many other factors will determine whether you are satisfied with the end result.

If for the first time you have to make your own fountain in the country, then you should not build an installation of a complex configuration. This will not only require more time, money and effort from you to create it, but will also create certain difficulties for you in the future during your care. It is best to build a small standard-shaped fountain, which can be made from the most common materials and will be no more difficult to care for than any other object on your site.

Video: we make a mini stream on our own
Video: pond, stream for home
Principle of operation

Video: a small version of the stone yourself

Design features
Construction assembly

Video: an interesting option from a tire

The fashion for fountains for apartments and houses appeared in our country a long time ago and is currently experiencing its second birth. Such a decorative technique for interior design of living rooms is still considered an original solution to revive it and give some freshness to the interior space of the premises.

How to make a fountain with your own hands? If there is enough space, it is possible to build a home fountain or a small lake with water lilies - all this is a matter of your imagination and taste.

A home fountain can turn out to be a good way to decorate the little lived-in corners of your apartment (balconies with plants, for example). If the area is small, then you can make a mini waterfall.

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Video: we make a mini stream on our own

Before you start building a waterfall, you should study a number of examples in photos and videos on the Internet, where indoor fountains are presented in all their diversity. Having decided on the size (mini or larger version), appearance, design (waterfall, stream, etc.), you can start creating a fountain with your own hands.

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Video: pond, stream, home

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Principle of operation

The indoor fountain is very simple and consists in organizing the circulation of the water mass in a closed cycle, which is carried out by means of a compact electric pump. At the same time, water rises to a collection point located at some elevation, from where it flows or falls like a small waterfall into a special storage tank.

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Video: a small version of the stone yourself

The choice of a suitable shape and design, according to which a home fountain will be created, will, of course, depend on the features of the interior of your apartment. At the same time, you can always complement the waterfall with well-designed lighting and unobtrusive soundtrack so that it turns into the decorative element of your dreams. Home fountains should relax the owners and decorate the room, causing delight among the guests. Suitable options can be searched in the photo.

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Design features

The simplest do-it-yourself indoor fountain can be made from the following minimum required set of components:

base on which indoor fountains are mounted (receiving tank);
standard silicone hose;
mini pump from an aquarium or another pump option;
a container used as a source (or several to make a waterfall, as in the photo at the beginning of the article).

In addition, for the design of the composition and decoration, you will need decorative soil, expanded clay and other auxiliary materials. Home fountains should look interesting to decorate the interior. Examples can be seen in the photo.

As a source, you can use a large sea shell or an elegant mini jug, in which an inconspicuous hole should be drilled. It will be needed to install a piece of silicone hose into the “source”, through which water will be supplied to this container using a pump or pump. As a base (receiving container), you can use a regular flower pot.

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Construction assembly

We begin to assemble a home fountain with our own hands by attaching a piece of silicone hose to the pump tip and placing the latter at the bottom of the receiving container. We also put expanded clay here and cover it all with a dense plastic film (preferably black), in which we cut a hole and pass a piece of hose from the pump through it.

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The film will delay expanded clay from surfacing when the container is filled with water. On top of the film we lay a layer of colored decorative soil. Do-it-yourself indoor fountain is almost ready.

The source stand can be built from stones glued together with waterproof glue, before passing the hose from the pump through it. After that, you just have to pass the hose through the hole drilled earlier in the source and cut off its excess. Your waterfall, stream, pond is ready!