Building Your Own Indoor Table Top Water Fountain

When you are unable to find one to fit your personality, or if you do not want to spend $150 to $300 to purchase one, you can make your own fountain.

During the last few years, the popularity of indoor fountains has grown considerably.

When you are unable to find one to fit your personality, or if you do not want to spend $150 to $300 to purchase one, you can make your own fountain. The technique to create an indoor fountain is very simple and costs under $40.

You can create several different versions of the fountain, but the foundation to all these fountains is basically the same.

What You’ll Need:

• A waterproof container to create the base of the fountain
• A submersible aquarium pump, which you can find at the fish store or garden center
• One half-inch diameter copper pipe
• A pipe cutter, which costs about $2.50 and is easy to use
• A silicone glue that dries clear
• Two elbow joints
• A reducer to go on top of the pump
• A t-bar
• A piece of copper
• Some rocks to add weight to the foundation and make it more sturdy

The first thing you will need to do to create your fountain is to place the pump into the container. Since the hole of the pump is smaller than the copper fittings, you will want to add the reducer now.

You will next put on the first arm of the copper foundation by applying some silicone to the outer edge of the pipe. The rest of this process is quite simple. Attach the pieces, one to the other, but before you put the top pipe in, you will need to pre-drill some holes by using a one eight inch drill bit.

These holes will allow for a perfect flow for the fountain. Be sure to remember that the size of the copper frame must fit into the container for the water to circulate properly.

Before you add the final arm of your fountain, you will need to be sure that the top part is aligned so that the holes face down. This will ensure that the water will flow into the container.

This last arm will be longer because it has the pump to elevate it. You will need to put the t-joint on now; the t-joint will help to secure it in the bottom. Next, measure the pipe to fit and cut it down.

The foundation for your fountain is now complete, although it may be a little unstable. You should now add some rocks to weight the fountain and give it some stability and to take up some space.

You can also fill the fountain with small river stones. The last step is to add water.

Once you know the basics of creating a fountain, you can use your creativity to design a number of looks. One unique way to add some color to your fountain is to use dried flowers.

You can make an arrangement and place it between two pieces of glass and wrap the outside edges with copper tape. Next, attach a copper wire loop to the top while you’re taping. Finally, hang it from the top pipe, and it will be ready to go.

You could also create a slate fountain. You will need to purchase a piece of slate from a tile store and, with either a tile cutter or a hammer, create a sculpture by cutting away or chiseling the slate.

Hang the sculpture from the frame of the fountain and glue it with some silicone glue.

Here’s an idea for you if you would like to create a fountain for the kitchen. Use a copper pan that you like to create the base. Next flatten some flatware with a hammer and suspend it from copper wire.

This fountain will look great in the kitchen. You could also use the same basic idea, just add skeleton keys purchased at an antique shop and attach them with the wire. This concept also creates a very nice look.

Another idea for the kitchen is to use a washboard. Purchase some eyehooks, attach some chains and put it in a galvanized bucket. This is also a great look for the kitchen for those of you who like antiques.

If you enjoy the calming sound of gently trickling water, creating your own indoor fountain can be a great project, even on a cold, snowy day.

It’s also a project that won’t require a lot of money.

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