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What are handmade fountains? How to make a decorative fountain ⛲ on your own plot near the house, in the garden and in the country with your own hands. Decorative fountains and features of their installation: we select the style, place and equipment

First of all, you need to preparatory work: select the location and type of the fountain.

Territory selection

The fountain should be located in a secluded area intended for relaxation, so that those present get real pleasure from being in beautiful place in an atmosphere of peace and tranquility.

practical advice

Do not place a fountain:

• nearby trees and shrubs. Over time, overgrown roots can damage its bowl.
• near the building. This can lead to mold on the wall, and, accordingly, to bad smell.
• to prevent frequent water changes due to its bloom, open sunny areas should be avoided.

The choice of the fountain itself

Pay attention to the size and variety.

Size

When choosing the size of the fountain, the shape and size of the site should be taken into account. They must be comparable. Only then will we get the necessary visual impression. In addition, the size of the fountain significantly affects the power of the selected pump, and, consequently, its cost.

Variety of fountains

The garden fountain consists of two components:

• a source of water that creates a stream;
• capacity for this water;

According to the principle of operation, garden fountains are divided into two groups:

1. Circulating Fountains. The principle of their work is that water constantly circulates in a closed cycle (that is, in a fountain bowl). They can work with or without a pump.
2. flow fountains. Most often they are intended for drinking water. The bowl is connected to the sewer.

How to make a fountain at their summer cottage

For example, consider the manufacture of the simplest, but quite decorative circulation fountain. Depending on the nozzle, it may look like a fontanel, a bell, or a spray jet.

To do this, you need to perform the following sequential operations:

• purchase a round-shaped bowl of the future fountain from any material, such as plastic;
• in the chosen place, you should dig a hole in size slightly larger than the bowl itself;
• around the main pit along the entire diameter, remove a small layer of earth, approximately 10 - 12 cm to a depth of about 15 cm;
• put sand at the bottom of the pit, level it;
• insert a plastic container into the prepared pit and carefully compact the sand. The bowl is installed correctly if its edges protrude 5-6 cm above the surface;
• pour water into the bowl, but not to the very edge;
• install a pump in the center;
• carry out waterproofing over all areas of the fountain and the surface of the bowl using a special film;
• to keep the sealant stable, reinforce it metal mesh with small holes;
• decorate the resulting surface with crushed stone or other types of stone;
• put the desired nozzle on the pump, turn on the pump;

The fountain is ready!

The manufactured fountain has a closed view (the source beats out of the ground). But, if you slightly modify the design, then you can get a lot of options:

• if you want to have an open pond, then you do not need to cover the surface of the water surface, but decorate only the edges of the bowl;
• you can change the shape of the reservoir according to your desire (rectangular, square, arbitrarily irregular);
• to create a popular multi-stage cascading fountain, you need to increase the length of the tube and beautifully decorate it with a stone;

Designing a fountain without a pump

The operation of such fountains is based on the principle of communicating vessels. Therefore, the duration of their work depends on the volume of the vessels (the larger the capacity, the longer work). For example, a fountain made from five-liter bottles will run for about an hour. Extending the operation of the fountain is simple: you need to swap the lower and middle containers.

Cooking necessary elements for work:

• two containers of the same size and shape (you can use large plastic bottles with lids)
• a bowl for a future fountain (it can be a plastic basin, a wide mug, etc.)
• thin silicone tubes;
• glue - sealant;
• decoration materials (stones, small flowers in pots, shells, etc.);

Main stages of work:

• drill two holes in the cap of each bottle. The diameter must be less than the thickness of the tube;
• insert the tubes into the holes. One should reach the bottom of the container, the other - near the lid. Carefully process with glue;
• pour water into one bottle and place it over an empty bottle;
• make a hole in the bowl, connect with a tube to the bottom bottle, grease everything thoroughly with glue;
• place the bowl over a full bottle;
• the result was a design: at the bottom - an empty bottle, in the middle - a full one, at the top - a bowl of a fountain;
• decorate according to your desire and imagination.

Making a home fountain

Nowadays, it has become very popular to have a small fountain in your home. According to the ancient laws Chinese teachings fountains are specially placed indoors to provide its owners with prosperity and abundance. In addition, the sound of running water has a calming effect, promotes relaxation and rest.

Is it possible to make a home fountain with your own hands? Of course - yes!

In order for the creative process to bring you real pleasure and joy, you need to carefully prepare for it.

Required to purchase:

• regular pump for aquarium;
• silicone tube for the pump;
• glue - sealant;
• the basis for a fountain in the form of a vase, planter, flower pot or an ordinary small basin (the main condition is tightness);
• decorative stones large and medium sizes, shells and other elements of your choice;
• upper tank. As it is used specially prepared (that is, drilled) jugs, plates, etc .;

Manufacturing method:

• install an aquarium pump into the bowl of the future fountain using glue or special suction cups that are supplied with the pump;
• insert the silicone tube into the pump strictly vertical position;
• lay out the prepared decor elements in the form of a slide, leave the end of the tube open;
• attach the upper decorative tank to the tube;
• Special attention pay attention to sealing and structural strength (due to glue).

Regardless of the type or shape, any do-it-yourself decorative fountain will delight you and everyone around you.

Foreword

There are many ways to create suburban area cozy corner for relaxation, but the most effective reception- the device of the fountain in the country with their own hands. Pleasant freshness in the air, soothing murmur of water, sun glare on the surface of a small pond surrounded by flowering shrubs- all this will transform the familiar environment beyond recognition and make it simply luxurious. What can a fountain be made of and what equipment will be needed for this?

• flowing;
• with water circulation.

In designs with circulation, the same volume of water is driven by the pump in a circle. From time to time it is replenished, compensating for evaporation and splashing. Such designs are most often found in summer cottages.

The water cycle in the fountain is provided by a circulation pump

In flowing fountains, water is supplied from a well or well and then discharged into the sewage system. They are used when it is necessary to constantly irrigate the garden and other plantations. Such structures look better, and the water in them is potable, while in structures with circulation it stagnates.

Flowing fountains are fed from a well or well. Waste water is used to water plants

According to the nature of the outflow of water, fountains are divided into:

Nymphaeum fountains freshen the air no worse than jet fountains, but they consume less water. In places where its supplies are limited, this variety is most preferred.

The waterfall device requires an expensive special pump with high capacity and low pressure. If you can adapt an ordinary household pump for other types by making minor changes, then in the case of a waterfall, this option is excluded.

Fountains are also divided into:

Video: fountain in the country - varieties

Location selection

A suitable location has the following features:

1. visual accessibility. The fountain serves as a decoration of the site, so it should be visible from everywhere.
2. The presence of penumbra. The fountain plays with highlights in the sun and therefore looks spectacular, but the water in it quickly blooms.
3. No buildings nearby. Otherwise, with gusts of wind, the walls are constantly sprayed with water and building materials quickly become unusable.
4. Absence of tall trees in the immediate vicinity.

They are undesirable for the following reasons:

• powerful roots will damage the bowl;
• leaves and seeds falling from trees litter the water;
• Excess moisture damages trees.

The fountain should be built a little further from the house in a place slightly shaded by several ornamental shrubs.

Equipment and materials

The design is extremely simple: it is a bowl filled with water with a pump installed in it, to which a diffuser is connected. In the nymphaeum there is also a stone slide, along which water flows. But for all this to work, each component must be chosen correctly. Let's consider the most important ones in detail.

Diffuser

This is an element of a jet fountain, the shape of the jet depends on its design. It is impossible to repeat a branded diffuser at home - these parts are developed and manufactured using complex computer technologies. The most accessible models give the jet the shape of an umbrella.

Water jets passing through the umbrella diffuser fall into the tank, forming a kind of umbrella

The jet retains its shape even in strong winds, but there is a drawback: you will have to buy a pump as well - it will not work to convert an ordinary one to such a diffuser.

It is cheaper to use a shower head as a diffuser. It is not as effective as real diffusers, but it freshens the air just as well and can work with a household pump. Some variety is achieved by adjusting the pressure and deepening of the nozzle. You can connect the diffuser to the pump with a flexible hose and fix it on the float - the fountain will turn out to be "wandering".

Shower heads with a self-cleaning effect are more practical. In the holes they have elastic polymer inserts that change their shape when the pressure changes and thus prevent the deposition of scale.

Pump

The question of choosing a pump is solved in two ways:

• expensive option: a special pump for fountains is purchased;
• cheap: a regular household pump is used.

A conventional pump differs from a special one in two ways:

• supplies water with strong pressure (a fountain requires a maximum of 4 m);
• requires periodic shutdowns.

Solution: while maintaining performance, reduce the pressure, thereby unloading the engine and extending the time continuous work. The ideal option is an adjustable pressure that allows you to change the shape of the jet. Achieve it from centrifugal pump it’s impossible, but from the vibrational one (Aquarius, Kid, Brook) - it’s very simple: you only need to connect it through a thyristor voltage regulator (instead of standard automation).

A small fountain can be equipped with an aquarium pump: it supplies water to a height of 0.6 m with a capacity of 200 l / h, which is enough for a nymphaeum fountain in the form of a stream.

You can use an aquarium pump in the design of a small fontanel fountain

Filter

Instead of a branded one, an inexpensive aquarium will do.

Regular cartridges can be replaced with sponges for washing dishes. Such a filter is buoyant, so in the fountain it is pressed down at the bottom with stones.

stones

Stones in fountains are used dense - porous ones quickly collapse when water freezes. If the design provides for the flow of water over stones (cascade or fountain-stream), hardness is also required from them. Suitable:

• granite;
• labradorite;
• gneiss;
• gabbro.

Shale rocks do not satisfy these conditions.

Bowl

It is most rational to use a ready-made plastic bowl - these are commercially available. The price of this product is cheap, it will take a lot more money to waterproof a homemade concrete bowl.

Preparatory work

Before starting work on the device of the fountain, do the following with your own hands:

1. Remove the fertile soil layer throughout the area where water is expected to enter (sprinkling circle). Its radius is 3–15 jet heights. After the fountain is installed, the remaining part of this zone will be covered with a blind area.
2. Dig a hole under the bowl. The recess exceeds the bowl by 15–20 cm in depth, and 20–25 cm in width in each direction.
3. The bottom of the pit is covered with sand or gravel, then the filling is rammed.

Instrument preparation

Here's what you need to get it to work:

• mini-concrete mixer (in the absence of such, concrete is kneaded in a trough with a shovel);
• vibrolayer (optional);
• building level;
• electric welding machine (when using steel pipes);
• brushes for applying waterproofing;
• hammer (knocking off the formwork);
• screwdrivers (connecting the power supply to the pump).

Water connection

In case of flow type to the place of its installation, a pipe is laid from a well (well) or water supply, and then another one - from the fountain to the irrigation system. The circulating fountain can also be supplied with water if the user does not wish to replenish it manually.

The country fountain works only in the warm season, so there is no need to lay a pipe in a deep trench. In places where vehicles pass, it is placed in a tray with a solid lid. With the advent of cold weather, water is drained from the fountain's water supply system.

Do-it-yourself fountain in the country: step by step instructions

Work is carried out in the following order:

A bathtub that has lost its attractive appearance can still serve as a fountain bowl. Install it like this:

bath with her correct form and white enamel coating does not fit well into the natural landscape. In order to give it naturalness, the inner surface is covered with:

1. paint dark blue. The technique creates the illusion of great depth.
2. A mixture of cement glue and mineral-based coloring additives. The latter are available in liquid or powder form.
3. Gravel, crushed stone or mosaic (glued).
4. A decorative film specially designed for the improvement of reservoirs.

To lubricate a rectangular shape a little help:

1. The sedge planted along the perimeter is hairy. The plant will hide the sides of the bath and the fountain will look like a partially overgrown rounded pond.
2. curly wooden shields along the edge of the bath with potted plants planted on them.

Fountain in Japanese

When designing a fountain in Japanese style on rectangular shape on the contrary, emphasize.

For its manufacture you will need:

• several segments of a bamboo trunk with an inner diameter of 20–60 mm;
• transparent hose for watering;
• leg-split.

Procedure:

1. Bamboo is treated with tung oil or a synthetic anti-rot compound.
2. 3-4 pieces of bamboo are placed on the edge of the bowl and tied with twine.
3. Another segment, the thickest one (with a clear diameter of 40–60 mm), is drilled on one side so that the watering hose fits tightly into the hole. The second end is cut obliquely.
4. A piece of bamboo is placed with a hole down across those installed on the bowl and screwed to them with twine.
5. Connect the bamboo spout watering hose to the pump.

Another option is the Tsukubai Fountain. It is made from 3 bamboo trunks: one is installed vertically, the rest pierce it at a slight inclination to the horizon. Water is fed through a hose into the upper pole, flows out of it into the lower pole and then into a concrete vessel.

From bamboo trunks, you can build a wide variety of designs of calm fountains.

Bamboo elements in Japanese fountains, when treated with oil or an antiseptic, last for several years, after which they are changed.

Tire Fountain

Small tire fountain truck it is cheap and quickly produced. Build it like this:

1. Make a hole in the ground according to the size of the tire.
2. Pour on the bottom, carefully tamping, a bedding of crushed stone and sand and put on top of it concrete screed 10 cm thick.
3. After the solution has hardened, a tire is laid on it. Its side, which is on top, is partially cut off so that the tire looks like a bowl.
4. Inside the tire, a concrete screed is poured with a thin layer of mastic, thus sealing the junction of the rubber to the base. Now the tire is a waterproof reservoir.
5. A formwork made of tin is installed around the tire.
6. A reinforcing cage is laid inside the formwork and concrete is poured.
7. The fountain is decorated with stones and other decorative elements.
8. Next, they put a pump with a diffuser in the tire, cover it with a mesh and pour water.

Fountain "stone tower"

Simple to implement, but at the same time quite a spectacular design. Mounted as follows:

1. In the order described above, a bowl with a pump is installed.
2. The pump is covered with a stainless mesh, then a support contour of bars is placed on it.
3. Several flat stones are stacked and the entire structure is drilled through. The diameter of the hole corresponds to the diameter of the pipe through which water will be supplied.
4. A spout pipe is attached vertically to the pump and stones are strung on it. Stones are attached to each other construction adhesive silicone based.
5. Close the gaps between the stones with small pebbles.

Decoration techniques

Turn humble garden fountain Various techniques help to create a work of art:

1. Breeding near the pond decorative moisture-loving plants, for example, European bathing suits, hosts, astilbes, miscanthus, loosestrife, etc.
2. Setting the backlight. Colored lights are used high class dust and moisture protection - IP54 (waterproof design).
3. Installation of sculptural compositions.
4. The use of interchangeable diffusers that give the jets a different shape.

Fountain equipment manufacturers offer the following options for water dispersion:

Video: do-it-yourself fountain in the country with decorative elements

The fountain in the country is not only a delight for the eyes and ears, but also a source of freshness on a hot summer day. For its device it is not at all necessary to spend money on expensive branded equipment. The solutions proposed in this article allow you to enrich the landscape with an elegant decoration for quite reasonable means.

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 may differ in various parameters. 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 constituent element 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 in it on the same distance holes are spaced apart. 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 a 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 repeating the contours of the silhouette of an animal or 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 integral part 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, shapes and sizes, 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 could be old barrel or bath. 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 in better side change its design. You just need to get it right to make it. With a little imagination and using unnecessary materials, you can certainly 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 on small areas you can find a place to arrange a compact decorative fountain there, which will give you coolness and become a wonderful 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 take you longer, Money and strength to create it, but it will also create certain difficulties for you in the future during your departure. 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.

The most extravagant and interesting decoration home or cottage land plot are reservoirs. A special zest is given by a beating jet of water; such a piece of paradise not only arouses the admiration of guests, but also becomes the best place for relax.

You can understand how to make a fountain with your own hands if you study all the nuances of the construction of this mysterious hydraulic device.

Basic rules for installing a fountain

If you decide to make a fountain in the country or at home, then you must initially understand what type and size it will be. It is recommended to design a device of average size relative to the area of ​​the site.

Also note that the size of the fountain will determine the power of the water pump. It is highly undesirable to install it:

• Next to a residential building. This can lead to mold on the walls.
• Avoid open space. Due to direct hits sun rays the water will start to bloom.
• Close to planted trees. Roots can damage the waterproofing.
• On slopes and uneven ground. Choose a lower, level place.

So, ideal option is considered a place protected from wind and sun. It is good if there is a source of water and electricity nearby.

Fountain types

If you pay attention to the photos of home fountains, you can distinguish the following types of typical hydraulic structures:

Fountain with a pump. This is the most popular option among consumers due to its practicality and performance. The pump placed at the bottom of the device ensures uninterrupted water circulation.

Open design. Here, water is supplied to the nozzle, due to the difference in water level, a jet is formed. Experts advise installing a water tank above the nozzle. This will help regulate the supply pressure of water resources.

Unusual buildings

Decorative fountains for the home are not only beautiful, but very original for any interior. Consider a very simple water structure.

For the construction you will need:

• large flower pot with tray
• water pump
• paints and decorative accessories

Take the pot and make a small hole at the bottom, then install the pump under the pan, while the tube itself must be passed through the hole made.

We paint the pot itself in the color we like with the help of paints, fill the bottom with pebbles, decorate with all possible decorative elements, for example, artificial figurines. Finally, fill the container with water.

So, do-it-yourself mini fountain is ready. You can emphasize its uniqueness by equipping it with lighting, this will give a unique and slightly magical atmosphere to evening time days.

beautiful waterfall

The waterfall fountain, made by hand, looks very elegant. It is a mistake to think that only a professional can make such a design. A novice master can also perform a wonderful creation.

To make a cascading waterfall one meter high, you need the following:

The initial stage is digging a pit under the water bowl, while it is necessary to build a compacted mound in the form of a slide. Such a simple manipulation will help to make a hill.

Waterproofing stage - for this, we cover the bottom and, accordingly, the walls of the pit with a special impenetrable material, while laying out the canvas on the sides with a margin of half a meter.

Then we stretch the water supply pipe through the hole so that its end is at the top of the planned waterfall (we bend the edge by 30 centimeters).

At the bottom of the pit, we lay out a metal mesh, then fill it with concrete, approximately 15 centimeters. The walls of the pond bowl are also recommended to be concreted. We leave the structure unchanged for a day.

We decorate the building. To do this, on a compacted slide, we make steps in the amount of three pieces with a step of thirty centimeters. flat surface decorate with decorative colored stones, pebbles, etc. We fill the film around the perimeter with any material that you like (for example, crushed stone, marble).

In conclusion, turn on the pump, fill it with water. We enjoy our work, watching how water flows evenly fall down the steps of a home waterfall.

DIY fountain photos

Nowadays, mini-fountains are gaining more and more popularity, as well as decorative waterfalls. Such decorative elements allow you to relax, and even in summer they humidify the air, creating an optimal microclimate. Looking at the flowing water, it is convenient to concentrate, you can even meditate, to whom it is interesting. The article will consider how to create a simple waterfall, and the pump is also made by hand. Homemade is easy to assemble and requires a minimum amount of materials that are easy to get.

Materials and tools for homemade:
- a small motor (can be found in a camera or phone);
- plastic gear (available in toys, watches, and so on);
- a piece of plastic a couple of millimeters thick;
- bottle cap;
- cap of deodorant;
- foil;
- regular ball pen;
- LEDs;
- resistor;
- wires;
- shells;
- battery from mobile;
- a small plastic box.

Of the tools you will need:
- drill;
- scissors;
- pliers;
- gun with hot glue;
- soldering iron;
- Super glue;
- hacksaw.

Fountain making process:

Step one. Fountain device
For the fountain to work, you need a pump, here it is made by hand. Its principle of operation is shown in the diagram.

The number 1 indicates the hole for the fluid inlet.
Under the number 2 is the pump wheel.
3 is the pump housing.
Well, the 4th pipe is indicated for the outlet of water.

Step two. We prepare the motor and make the impeller
The motor should be small, since the mini-fountain will not be much larger than a pack of cigarettes. The author uses for these purposes the engine from the camera. As an option, a vibration motor from a mobile phone is also perfect for these purposes.

Next, you need to make an impeller, it is made from an ordinary plastic gear. These are found in toys, watches and other mechanisms. However, other materials can be used, the main thing is that the workpiece is suitable in shape and size. The gear must be turned in a circle to fit the size of the pump housing.

To make the blades for the wheel, you will need rectangular pieces of plastic. There will be 4 in total. Pieces need to be glued to the gear.

Step three. pump body
The author makes the pump body from a deodorant cap. From it you need to cut off all unnecessary parts, and then drill holes, as indicated in the photo. A small hole needs to be drilled from above so that the motor axis comes out through it. Water will come out through a large hole.

Step four. The final stage of pump assembly
To create an output tube, you will need a ballpoint pen. You need to cut off everything superfluous from it, and then the handle is simply glued to the body.

As for the motor, it is also glued with hot glue. Glue the motor carefully so as not to fill it through the cooling holes and glue the axle. The impeller should be located evenly in the housing, it should not touch anything.

You will also need to make a cap for the pump. The lid is made from a bottle cap, you need to make a hole in it, as seen in the photo. Water will enter the pump through this hole. The lid is glued to the body with hot glue.

That's all, the miniature pump is ready. According to the author, it is capable of forming a water column 20 cm high, and all this from a 3.7V power source (mobile battery). This power is quite enough to create a miniature fountain or waterfall.

Step five. How to make a slide for a fountain. The final stage assembly
Stylization under a stone was taken as the main idea. This is where you need to use all your imagination. Externally, the fountain can be made as you like, at your discretion. You can ensure that no one can distinguish it from the store. To create "stones", the author used crumpled foil glued with hot glue. The photo shows the pre-painting.

To make a decorative water source, you will need a shell of the right size and shape. A hole must be made in it under the tube. Well, then the whole structure is assembled as in the diagram.