Every year, millions of people spend huge amounts of money to visit exotic places on the planet. You can recreate natural beauty in miniature by making a decorative indoor fountain with your own hands. The lively murmur of water has a beneficial effect on a person’s emotional state. Moreover, it is impossible to take your eyes off her.
The design not only gives the room a luxurious look, but also humidifies the air during the hot season. To create a decorative indoor fountain with your own hands, it is not necessary to purchase expensive installations. The main thing is to be patient, use your imagination, pick up the tools and create miracles. First, let's look inside the structure to understand how it works. Then we will get acquainted with the types of indoor fountains. And finally, let's look at step-by-step instructions for creating a natural miniature for your home.
The fountain is not only a decorative element. Since it wonderfully humidifies the air, it should not be installed near wooden furniture.
Why does water flow
“All rivers flow into the sea, but it does not overflow.” This is what it says in the most ancient book of humanity. We see confirmation of these words every day when snow or rain falls from the sky to the ground. The Great Designer launched the water cycle in nature. Imitating him, experienced craftsmen created with their own hands a decorative indoor fountain that pleases the heart all year round. How does this system work?
The design is based on a unique water cycle in a closed system. It is started using a pump connected to electrical power. It lifts the liquid upward, after which it flows gracefully into the collection bowl.
There are decorative fountains that use several identical containers. They are lined up at different heights, connected by tubes. By pouring liquid into the vessel located at the top, the system starts. Ordinary physics plus a creative approach and golden hands. The result is an exotic corner with the quiet murmur of water that calms the nerves.
Location of the fountain outside the house
Fountain or waterfall in the garden
If you have the opportunity to place a fountain near your home, do it right. The fountain near the building should be located so that it is in view from the entrance. Also, in an outdoor fountain, unlike a home one, it is important where exactly the water flows: it should flow towards the house, and not away from it. Don’t forget about the proportions of the fountain and its ability to fit harmoniously into the surrounding space and not stand out from the overall design of the site. Such a fountain in front of the house will bring good luck and prosperity.
Do not forget that a fountain in an apartment, in addition to its beneficial effect in enhancing the energy of Water, also has a good effect on the health of household members. If you have dry air, then the fountain perfectly ionizes it, relieving it of dryness. Moreover, some experts advise adding aromatic oils to the water of the fountain - after all, water, like fire, perfectly diffuses odors in a room. Therefore, a fountain can not only be an excellent way to calm the soul and harmonize space, but also directly serve for your health.
How to create a decorative indoor fountain with your own hands: step-by-step instructions
Before you get started, you need to think about the size and location where the structure will be installed. For example, it is inappropriate to place a huge fountain in a small room. And, conversely, in a spacious room, a miniature structure may go unnoticed. The decorative fountain is installed on the floor, wall or table. Much depends on the overall design of the room and the number of household members.
Depending on the movement of water, fountains are:
- Cascade - liquid falls along decorative steps or ledges.
- Closed - water moves in flasks or flat containers attached to the wall.
- Fountaining - the stream is directed upward, after which it falls into a miniature pool.
There are backlit options in the form of wall paintings that create a unique atmosphere in the room.
When choosing a location for the structure, you should take small children and pets into account. The main thing is that the structure does not disturb anyone.
But how to make a fountain at home with your own hands to fill it with exquisite exoticism.
Of course, you first need to understand how the structure works, and then collect the necessary items:
- suitable container;
- aquarium pump;
- flexible hose;
- waterproof glue;
- decorative elements (expanded clay, shells of various sizes, colored soil, wood, ceramic products);
- backlight (optional).
A vessel of any shape is suitable as a main bowl. The main thing is that water does not leak out of it. The upper part of the pump for a small fountain is equipped with a sprinkler. Since the dimensions of the structure are very small, there is no need to put on the tip. Otherwise, water will flood the surrounding area of the room.
It is quite possible to construct a miniature pump yourself, since the unit has a relatively low power.
Let's start the creative process
Those “who despise the day of humble beginnings” never achieve success. Therefore, having collected the necessary tools and materials for the construction, the wise guys get down to business.
Let's consider a traditional master class on creating an indoor fountain with your own hands at home:
- A piece of about 10 cm is cut from a suitable hose (can be an aquarium hose). Its diameter should coincide with the tip of the pump.
- A pump is attached to the bottom of the tank using suction cups and connected to the tube.
- The resulting space is filled with expanded clay or stones, placing a tube between them.
- To give the fountain a presentable appearance, all elements of the device are carefully masked using all kinds of shells, pebbles or glass.
- Depending on the preferences and interior of the room, the design of the structure is carried out using various objects.
Where can I put a fountain?
Now let’s decide where to put your fountain, using the Bagua grid, of course. I hope you have already determined where, what sectors are located in your apartment or house. Choose a place for a fountain carefully, but taking into account your desires and dreams. If you want, for example, to strengthen your family and improve relationships in it, place your fountain in the eastern sector of your living room, apartment or house. Your desire is to increase your income, place your lucky fountain in the southeast of your apartment or house. The flowing, or better said, upward stream of water will steadily attract good luck in finance, bring abundance and success. And if you place the Crassula next to the fountain, your luck will double, because... water, symbolically of course, will nourish the Tree, the main element of this sector (wealth sector), and naturally increase your income and happiness. The materials from which fountains are made can be very different, but here you should be guided only by your taste and desire. You can add some details to the fountain, for example: put several beautiful pebbles, crystals or shells next to or directly in the water, you can also put a small toad with a coin in its mouth in the fountain. When installing a fountain, do not forget to think about your desire, recite any mantra, for example, a money mantra, add aromatic oil with your favorite aroma to the water: this will be the fountain activator for great luck. Buy, install in your home a magnificent talisman - a fountain, and get good luck in the areas you want.
Stylish exoticism in the interior of the bedroom
A small tabletop fountain can be made from a flower pot with a diameter of approximately 25 cm.
To work you will need:
- durable container;
- pump;
- translucent balls or pebbles;
- aquarium plants;
- paints for painting on ceramics or glass.
A flower pot is used for the base of the fountain. To give the structure a stylish look, the container is painted with special waterproof paints. To circulate the liquid, install a pump, make a hole and bring the tube up.
The bottom of the fountain is decorated with decorative balls, shells or pebbles. After filling the system with water, aquarium plants are placed inside. They give the design an exotic look and uniqueness. A simple design creation scheme opens up wide opportunities for beginning craftsmen.
A stream gurgles in a fountain and without a pump
Perhaps only a few have seen natural geysers in all their glory. As you know, there are no pumps there and no electricity. But such a release of water causes unprecedented admiration. Of course, it is impossible to create such a phenomenon at home without electricity. However, there is a way out!
To build a miniature fountain without a pump, use:
- several containers;
- thin tubes;
- connecting adapters;
- sealant (if containers are made of plastic);
- decorative elements.
First of all, drill a small hole at the bottom of each bowl. Thin tubes are pulled through them, and then sealed with cold welding. The procedure will protect the system from fluid loss.
The container used for the base of the fountain must contain the entire volume of liquid used. Several holes are also made in it for the adapter and tubes connecting the higher vessels. Since the system operates without a pump, the lower bowl must be removable to return the liquid to its original position. The final touch is the decorative decoration. For this, artificial plants (vines), transparent balls, seashells, glass and pebbles are used.
Photo selection of indoor fountains
Practice shows that maintaining mini fountains is quite simple. To do this, you need to regulate the level of liquid in the system, since it tends to evaporate. It is important that the pump is always under water. Otherwise, there will come a time when the pleasant murmur stops and the device fails. Let the water flow like a spring for happiness in every home.
Feng Shui, water fountain and.. money
In Feng Shui, water is believed to be responsible for prosperity and good luck. According to Feng Shui, water carries Qi - life energy. And it’s not just that water is necessary for normal life. In earlier times, living near water meant being able to grow crops and therefore accumulate wealth. It is noted that the largest and most prosperous places of human settlement, and subsequently cities - the centers of ancient empires - were located along water sources - next to rivers, or on the shores of seas and oceans. And this was not always associated with agriculture and farming.
The correct placement and movement of water directs the surrounding energy in the right direction, which brings money and financial well-being.
But living next to active water sources is not always appropriate; sometimes they can cause big trouble. In such cases, money flows away too quickly. It’s not for nothing that there are phrases: “money flowed like a river,” or “money flowed like water through your fingers.” They are indeed capable of both “flowing in” and “flowing out.”
Boiling water is a very strong activator, and therefore incorrect placement of objects such as a fountain can bring very disastrous results.
Where not to place a fountain
You should not place a fountain in the bedroom. This, by the way, applies to any large water bodies, not just fountains. Huge open aquariums also have no place in the room where we relax and unwind. It is better to place such items in the living room. In addition, there are common poor locations for water features in the coming years, which include aquariums and bubbling water fountains. This applies to the following sectors - South, West, North-West, North-East. This Feng Shui rule is only valid for long-term placement of water. It is quite acceptable to install a fountain for short periods of time for short activations. It is also unfavorable to place active water for any period of time in those sectors where harmful Sha objects are present or where the dangerous star Yellow Five has settled.
According to Feng Shui, where should a fountain be placed to attract money?
How to install a water fountain in order to attract favorable energy is calculated using special “Water Formulas” and “Flying Stars Formulas”, and therefore fountains should be installed in your home or office with extreme caution.
For long-term permanent accommodation it depends on the individual characteristics of the house and its external environment. Some houses and apartments may not even have suitable spaces. Therefore, it is impossible to give a universal answer for everyone: “where to put a fountain so that rivers of money flow into the house like a stormy stream.”
For a short period of 1-2 months, the fountain can be installed in the sector where favorable annual or monthly flying stars fly.
Information about this is regularly posted in the Feng Shui forecast on our website. You can freely subscribe to it and find out where and when to place a fountain to attract money.
There are also very short beneficial energies that last no more than 2 hours. Periodically they “fly” to different sectors, and during this time they can be “stimulated” by active moving objects, including a fountain. For this purpose, time is calculated in special ways. Therefore, “short activations” can only be carried out when time facilitates this.
You can read more about the rules for home activations here
Some dates for short activations are also posted in the monthly Feng Shui forecast and on social networks: Instagram, Facebook, VK, Telegram. You can subscribe to #artfenshui pages and receive dates, times and directions for activations.
For regular use, you can use cash activation calendars
"Generals, Birds and Dragons"
And also compiled taking into account the date of birth
"Personal activations"
What should a fountain be like for activations?
Sufficiently deep and wide, with a water volume of at least 3 liters. For a fountain to activate something, the water must bubble and gurgle intensely. Decorative fountains, no matter how cute they may be, but in which the water barely splashes, are suitable only for interior decoration, but for “feng shui activations”. If you don’t have a fountain, you can take a large jar with a capacity of about 3 liters and immerse the pump in it. This will also be a completely full-fledged “fountain”.
Remember - bubbling water is a very powerful activator. Therefore, if you decide to activate something with a fountain, then be sure that the place is chosen correctly!
