Benefits of DIY landscaping a water fountain
Water fountains are a beautiful way to enhance the aesthetics of your home and garden. While they can provide soothing and tranquil sounds of trickling water, they can also create a sound barrier between your home and neighbors or a busy street. If you live in an area where insects and mosquitoes can be an issue, a water fountain can be a significant deterrent to keep your patio and yard pest-free. If you have kids or pets, a water fountain can be a great way to encourage them to play and interact with nature. Creating a water feature in your yard or garden can be a gratifying project as it is something you can enjoy year-round. Not only does it add an aesthetically pleasing focal point, but it can also be a great way to create a personalized outdoor space.
Initial planning stages
Before you begin building your water fountain, you’ll want to sketch your design and plan the layout of your project. For starters, decide where the water fountain will be located, the overall size, and the budget. Take into account the surrounding environment and how the water fountain will be used. Will it be an outdoor or indoor fountain or both? Will it be a stand-alone feature or part of a larger landscaping design? What design/style do you want to create? Once you’ve considered these factors, you can begin to create your sketch and plan the materials you’ll need.
Materials and supplies needed
When landscaping a water fountain, there are a few basic materials and supplies you’ll need to complete the project. Depending on your design, you may need to purchase some additional materials, but for the most part, these basic items will get the job done. Materials and supplies you’ll need include:
Water fountain or water feature - The water fountain will hold the water and decorative stones or rocks. You’ll want to find a water feature that is large enough to accommodate the amount of water flow you want. Depending on how many decorative stones or pebbles you’d like, the size of the water fountain may vary. - The water fountain will hold the water and decorative stones or rocks. You’ll want to find a water feature that is large enough to accommodate the amount of water flow you want. Depending on how many decorative stones or pebbles you’d like, the size of the water fountain may vary.
Pipes and tubing - The pipes and tubing will be used to bring the water from the water supply to the water fountain. You’ll want to ensure the tubing is the correct size for the water fountain and water supply. - The pipes and tubing will be used to bring the water from the water supply to the water fountain. You’ll want to ensure the tubing is the correct size for the water fountain and water supply.
Lighting - If you want to add lighting to the water fountain, you’ll need to plan and purchase the correct bulbs. - If you want to add lighting to the water fountain, you’ll need to plan and purchase the correct bulbs.
Electrical components - If you want to create an indoor fountain, you’ll need to plan an electrical system to turn the water fountain on and off. - If you want to create an indoor fountain, you’ll need to plan an electrical system that will turn the water fountain on and off. Electrical tape - Electrical tape is used to seal the wires and tubing from water damage. - Electrical tape is used to seal the wires and tubing from water damage. Decorative stones or rocks - The decorative stones or rocks are used to create a design within the water fountain. - The decorative stones or rocks are used to create a design within the water fountain. Water - The water is used to fill the water fountain. You can purchase tap water or water from a filtration system. Depending on the quality of the water, you may want to use a water purifier or water conditioner before adding it to the water fountain.
Installing the water fountain
Once you’ve purchased your water fountain, you’ll want to install it before you connect the water supply. This will allow you to verify that the water fountain sits in the desired location and that all the stones or rocks sit where you want them. You’ll also want to be sure that there is an ample amount of room for water flow as well as for adding plants or other decorations. The best way to install a water fountain is to dig a hole and use a water fountain pump to go down about 8” and put concrete around it. Then, connect the tubing and pipes, and plug in the pump. After you’ve installed the water fountain, you will want to test the water flow to make sure it is operating properly and at the correct water pressure.
Establishing a water supply
Before you begin landscaping a water fountain, you’ll want to make sure you have a water supply that can support the fountain. Depending on the water fountain you choose, you may need to add a water filtration system and water pump. If you already have a water fountain in your yard or garden, you can simply connect the water fountain to the water supply. To establish a water supply, you can connect the water fountain to your home’s water supply or you can use a water well.
