24 Homemade Water Fountains Ideas
24 homemade water fountains ideas that you can use to create a beautiful water feature in your garden or outdoor space!
Water features are a great way to add interest to your garden or outdoor space.
And a lot of them are easy to DIY, which makes adding a water feature to your yard a really affordable project.
Today I’m sharing some of my favorite homemade water fountains, which are all really easy to build.
So if you’ve always wanted a water feature in your yard, you’re definitely going to want to check out these ideas!
1. A container fountain
This fountain is so simple to make. You can use any container you like for the base and then just stack the pieces of the fountain on top of each other.
I love that the containers are all different colors and sizes. It gives the fountain a lot of character.
2. A terra cotta fountain
The water fountain in this image is made using a terra cotta pot and saucer. The saucer is used to hold the water and the pot is placed on top of the saucer.
A hole is drilled in the bottom of the pot so that the water can flow out of the pot and back into the saucer.
This is a great way to make a water fountain, but it’s not the only way to use terra cotta pots to make a fountain.
3. A wine barrel fountain
Wine barrels are so versatile, and they make great fountains. This one is so simple.
The barrel has been cut in half and the bottom half is used as the base. A plastic tub is hidden in the base and a submersible pump is placed in the tub.
A copper pipe is attached to the pump and a copper spigot is attached to the top of the pipe.
The top of the spigot is drilled out so that water can pour out of it and into the base of the barrel.
4. A stone fountain
If you love the sound of running water but you don’t want a traditional water fountain, install a stone wall with a water feature.
This wall water feature is made of a large stone slab with a hole drilled in the top. Water pours out of the hole and into a bed of river rocks.
5. A bamboo fountain
Bamboo is a great material to use when making a fountain, as it’s a natural water-resistant material.
You can also find bamboo poles in a variety of sizes and diameters, allowing you to customize the height and width of your fountain.
This bamboo fountain was made by us with a bamboo frame and a large galvanized tub.
The bamboo poles are arranged in a teepee shape, and the water flows down the poles and into the tub.
6. A tiered pot fountain
You can make a tiered fountain from almost anything, but a series of pots is a classic choice.
This project is a little more complicated than some of the others, but the payoff is worth it.
To make a pot fountain, you’ll need to drill holes in the bottom of the pots, then stack them on top of each other and add a pump.
You can also add a water feature on top, like a spitter or a gazing ball.
7. A solar powered fountain
If you want a water fountain but don’t want to worry about finding an electrical outlet, you can make your own solar-powered fountain.
This tutorial uses a solar fountain kit and large pot to create a whimsical fountain.
You can also use a kit like this to add a fountain to a bird bath, or even create a fountain in the ground.
8. A stone waterfall
A stone waterfall is perfect for a garden with a lot of natural elements.
This design is made with a large stone that has a hole drilled in the top. A pump is placed in the hole and water is pumped up to the top of the stone.
The water then flows down the sides of the stone and into the basin below. The basin is made with a simple black plastic storage tub.
9. A bubbling rock fountain
If you want a water feature that doesn’t take up a lot of space, a bubbling rock fountain is a great option.
You can use a pre-made fountain kit to make a bubbling rock fountain, or you can make your own with a large rock and a few other supplies.
The water in this fountain bubbles up from the center of the rock and flows down the sides, creating a beautiful, multi-tiered effect.
10. A garden hose fountain
This DIY garden fountain is easy to make and perfect for adding a little whimsy to your garden.
The source of the water is a garden hose, and the hose itself is coiled into a fun spiral shape.
This is a great way to use a garden hose that is no longer safe to use for watering your garden.
You can paint the hose or leave it as is. If you choose to paint the hose, be sure to use a paint that is safe for use with water.
11. A disappearing fountain
This cool disappearing fountain is a great project for anyone looking to add a water feature to their garden or patio without having to dig a pond or a reservoir.
The fountain is made up of three large pots stacked on top of each other.
The top pot has a hole that allows water to pour out and cascade down the sides of the pots. The water then disappears into a hidden reservoir.
12. A water wall
This stunning water wall is a great example of how a water feature can be a focal point in your outdoor space.
The wall is made from a piece of slate and a copper pipe. The pipe is drilled with holes to allow the water to trickle down the slate.
The water is then collected in the basin below and pumped back up to the top of the wall.
13. A mason jar fountain
This mason jar fountain would look at home on a kitchen counter or as a centerpiece on an outdoor table.
It’s a great way to repurpose vintage mason jars and create a unique fountain.
The mason jar serves as the reservoir for this fountain. A small pump circulates water up through a spout and back down into the jar.
You can use a variety of different spouts and nozzles to create different sounds and patterns with your fountain.
14. A spillway fountain
Spillway fountains are the perfect way to create a soothing sound of water in a small space.
This spillway fountain is made with a store-bought spillway and a large planter.
The pump is placed in the bottom of the planter and the tubing is run up to the top.
The spillway is placed on the edge of the planter and the tubing is run to the back and down to the bottom of the planter.
15. A chandelier fountain
If you are a fan of chandeliers, you will love this idea. You can use a chandelier as the base of a water fountain and add some flower pots to the top.
This water fountain is a great way to repurpose a chandelier, and it will make a great statement piece for your outdoor space.
You can find the tutorial for this chandelier water fountain on Hometalk.
16. A floating sphere fountain
This simple yet elegant fountain is a great example of how a small fountain can make a big impact.
The sphere is made from a ball of concrete, and the water is pumped through the top of the sphere and cascades down the sides.
The sphere is floating on a basin of water, which adds an extra dimension to the fountain.
This fountain would be a great addition to a small garden or patio.
17. A sphere and pot fountain
This water fountain is a bit more involved than the others, but it’s still a fun DIY project. It’s made from a large pot, a few small pots, and a sphere.
The water flows down the side of the large pot and then cascades down the tiered pots.
The sphere sits on top of the top pot and has a hole in the center, so water flows out and down the sides.
18. A bucket fountain
For a quick and easy way to make a water fountain, this DIY project uses a large bucket as the base and a few other materials to create a beautiful water feature.
The bucket is drilled with holes for the water to drain out of and is filled with stones.
The water is then pumped up through a hole in the bottom of a ceramic pot and spills over the top, cascading down the sides and back into the bucket.
19. A copper pipe fountain
If you like the idea of a fountain with a pipe, but you’re not a fan of the concrete base, you can also use a copper pipe to create a more modern look.
This fountain is made from three copper pipes, and the water flows from the top pipe to the bottom one.
20. A planter fountain
If you love the idea of a fountain in your garden but don’t want to give up any of your precious garden space, consider a fountain planter.
This fountain is the perfect way to elevate your potted plants while adding the soothing sound of water.
You can make this fountain in an afternoon with a few simple tools and supplies.
21. A birdbath fountain
This birdbath fountain is a great way to make the birds in your yard happy and keep them coming back.
The gentle sound of the water is also relaxing for humans.
This one is a little more involved to make, but it’s still a pretty simple DIY water fountain.
You’ll need a birdbath, a submersible pump, and a few other supplies to make this one.
22. A rock fountain
A rock fountain is a great way to bring the sound of water into your garden.
This fountain is made up of a few different rocks and a large, flat stone to act as the base.
You’ll need a few tools to drill the holes for the pump, but the rest is pretty simple.
You can also use a pre-made basin if you don’t want to drill holes for the pump.
23. A pondless fountain
If you love the idea of a water feature in your yard but don’t want to deal with the maintenance of a pond, a pondless fountain is the way to go.
This fountain by @thepaintedbarnhome is a stunning example.
The water is collected in a reservoir below the fountain and is then pumped back up through the top.
This makes for a totally self-contained fountain and eliminates the need for a pond.
24. A self-contained fountain
If you want to add a water feature to your outdoor space but don’t want to dig a hole for a pond, a self-contained fountain is a great option!
You can find a variety of self-contained fountains at your local garden center, or you can build your own using a large pot, a submersible pump, and some river rocks.
This DIY fountain is easy to assemble and can be placed anywhere in your garden.
Conclusion
We hope you enjoyed our homemade water fountains ideas and found the inspiration you were looking for to build your own.
A water feature can be a lovely addition to any garden, and it doesn’t have to cost a lot.
If you’d like to share your homemade water fountain, we’d love to see it! Leave a comment below and share your photos with us.
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