Garden fountain - an integral part of the landscape design of the suburban area
Gardeners who decide to decorate their summer cottage often create their own landscape design projects. Fountains are one of the components of such projects.
Own construction of such elements is accompanied by certain difficulties associated with the acquisition and installation of additional equipment. But these difficulties are completely surmountable.
To build a fountain, you need to purchase:
- A container of round or oval shape, from which water is pumped up and then returned in a closed cycle;
- A hydraulic pump that operates on a 220V network. It is mounted inside the container to the release mechanism;
- Fine mesh treated with moisture resistant paints;
- Decorative items (smooth, round stones or ready-made garden fountains in the form of decorative figures);
- Waterproofing materials (films, tar, silicone).
To install the fountain, you need to choose a place that would ideally fit into the overall landscape. Then dig a pit to fit the size of the container and install it. A pump with an exhaust mechanism is mounted inside the container and water is poured. After checking the pump for operation and connecting it to the network, you can install a metal grate and lay pebbles.
When the fountain has completely acquired a decorative look, you can enjoy the sounds of running water.
Fountains always add some originality. I also like waterfalls and watermills, they are made very simple and for installation and installation you need a minimum of time and expense. You can beat them as you like - with fresh flowers or decorative stones and sculptures. And if you install solar light accumulators around it, then you can admire the fountain not only during the day, but also at night!