Introduction: Build My Own Concrete Fountain for a Serene Backyard Oasis

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Create a tranquil retreat right in your backyard with a DIY concrete water fountain. This captivating oasis features a 40-inch tall structure weighing 200 kilograms, boasting a stunning six-step waterfall design. Adorned with a copper finish, it exudes elegance and timeless charm. Enhancing its allure, energy-efficient LED lights cast a mesmerizing glow. In this article, we'll provide step-by-step instructions and expert tips to guide you through the construction process. Whether you're a seasoned DIY enthusiast or a beginner, this project promises to transform your outdoor space into a serene haven. Unleash your creativity and embark on this enchanting journey!

Supplies

Materials

  • Concrete
  • Sand
  • Jute rope
  • Tin sheet
  • Iron mesh
  • Conceal tape
  • Spray paint
  • Epoxy resin
  • Heatproof adhesive
  • RC RGB Submersible
  • LED 20W
  • Submersible pump.
  • Soft water pipe and adapter
  • All weather exterior paint - black and copper
  • PU Super Gloss Enamel Paint
  • 2 meter 220V LED strip
  • Small China clip/clamp

Step 1: Base Molding

  • Used approximately 50kg sand to lump.
  • Used a pvc pipe to axis the styling format around the sand.

The styling format is made using wooden ply board. It is the size of radius of the fountain's base and has the curve design notched in it. By revolving it around the sand will give us the desired structure for the base. The radius of the styling format is convertibles, so that we can revolve it around after the concrete is poured on the sand in the next stem.

Step 2: Base Casting

  • Using concrete mix the sand mold is covered, brushed and leveled.
  • Using conceal tape the structure is then reinforced.
  • Another layer of concrete is poured and leveled to finish.
  • The styling format is rolled again to smoother the structure.
  • 2 nails are attached to the styling format to make double-textured lines.
  • Using a trowel a texture is made to beautify the base.

Step 3: Foundation

  • Using the tin structure the molds are made to create the walls of our fountain.
  • The inner and outer walls are guarded using tins and reinforced using iron mesh.
  • The walls are then filled using concrete.
  • The extra iron mesh is trimmed from above and let the thing dry.

Step 4: Finishing the Structures

  • The tins are then removed and the structures are then top coated.
  • The finished structures are then let to dry.

Step 5: Texture and Rope Work

  • The center structure is given volume using cement and textured using a broken brick by patting.
  • Jute ropes are then cut to the size and layed over using heatproof adhesive.
  • Excess ropes are then trimmed using an angle grinder.
  • The center structured is then positioned inside the conical structure and fixed using concrete and set to dry.

Step 6: Binding Them Together

  • Next day the conical structure was covered with cement and polished.
  • Added cement to the root of the structure to hold them together.
  • The remaining uncovered top part of the conical structure was covered using cement and reinforced with conceal tape.

Step 7: Additional Texture

  • The ropes were added to the conical structure from below.
  • All the ropes were covered using watery cement with a brush.

Step 8: Casting Bowl

  • Using 2 plastic bowls, one large and one slightly smaller than that.
  • Concrete mix was poured in the larger bowl and the smaller bowl was dipped in the concrete and left using some weights (I used some pebbles) to dry.
  • The concrete bowl was then removed from the bowl.
  • To create the mouth of the bowl, I marked the curves and cut the mark using grinder.
  • Using some sand to form the mouth structure I created the mold and casted the place using cement.
  • Using a curving tool the mouth was shaped and given time to dry off.
  • Rope texture was made around the bowl.
  • After it dried, a hole for the water was made in the bottom of the bowl.
  • A pipe attachment was then fixed using heatproof adhesive and then the pipe was also fixed.

Step 9: Small Bowl Casting

  • Using similar bowl casting techniques I made 4 more bowls and made the mouth and gave the rope texture as well.
  • Among the 4 bowls 3 had mouth, and 1 didnt. I wanted the last and the bottom bowl to overflow rather than having a mouth.

Step 10: Assembling the Bowls

  • On the slope of the conical structure, the smaller bowls are attached in a series.
  • As the slope was steep I used 4 rounded cardboard structures too hold the cement and support the bowl to stay straight and horizontal.
  • The setting of the bowl was made and aligned and let to dry.

Step 11: Colour

  • I used all weather exterior paints.
  • The base coat was black.
  • Added a layer of copper to offset the black.

Step 12: Waterproofing

  • Used PU Super Gloss Enamel Paint to spray and lock the paint and give a shine to the structure.

Step 13: Water Pump and LED

  • A water pump was added to the pipe to the top bowl and submerged.
  • RC RGB Battery operated LED was then inserted on all the bowls.
  • A 2 meter 220V LED strip was layed to the body of the base (face-up) and fixed using some china clips

Step 14: Final

Congratulations on completing your DIY concrete water fountain! You've transformed your backyard into a serene oasis, where the gentle flow of water and captivating LED lights create a soothing ambiance. As you relax and unwind in this tranquil haven, you'll be reminded of the power of your own creativity and the beauty that can be brought to life through simple yet impactful projects. Enjoy the sights and sounds of your personalized sanctuary, and let it serve as a constant reminder of the peace and serenity that nature provides. Your backyard oasis awaits your presence—enjoy every moment of it!