Water features are always an exciting addition to a garden. You can turn an otherwise nondescript little space into an oasis with the right kind. This could be a small pond you make yourself using a liner, a bubbling gravel fountain, a large raised fountain, or a garden fountain. You can set up a water feature with descending pools, densely planted, and with little aquatic touches such as ceramic frogs and snails.
Garden water fountain is the perfect addition to your outdoor decor, and features an interior pump that keeps the water flowing - just plug it in!
Want a fountain in your garden, but don’t have a definite design just yet? Have a look at some examples we’ve gathered for inspiration…
What are the materials needed to make a DIY garden fountain?
A Garden fountain can contribute a further level of peace to your garden area. A Garden fountain produces a magical atmosphere that transfers you to another relaxing place. The following materials can be used to make a DIY Garden fountain.
Materials:
- 1/2″ Copper Pipe
- Submersible Pump
- Waterproof Basin
- Stones (ones that can easily be stacked)
- Small Rocks (for covering the top of the pit)
- 1″ PVC Conduit
- 1/2 x 1/2″ Compression Female Adapter
- 1/2″ Ball Valve
- Aluminum Window Screen or Grill
- Composite Decking
- Drainage Gravel
- Wheelbarrow
- Electric Tape
- Marker
- Clear Silicone Adhesive
Tools:
- Shovel
- Measuring Tape
- Pipe Cutter
- Utility Scissors
- Drill
- Screwdrivers
- Handsaw
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