Mini water feature

A great project for your outdoor deck, patio or balcony.

How to make a mini water feature for your garden
Add potting mix, stones and ornaments to the garden section, and fill the pond with water, and add aquatic plants

You will need

Materials:

3.8 linear metres of 200mm x 25mm cedar or macrocarpa
60 x 50mm stainless steel screws
16 x 40mm stainless steel screws for footing straps
Non-toxic pond sealer
Rocks/ornaments
Your choice of Resene finish

Tools:

Measure tape and pencil
Square & paintbrushes
Mitre saw or hand saw
Drill with 4mm drill bit and square bit

Cut list:

2 pieces at 600mm for each side
2 pieces at 400mm for each end
1 piece at 350mm x 175mm for middle section
1 piece at 600mm x 200mm bottom pieces
1 at 600mm x 150mm bottom pieces
2 straps at 400mm for underside of the box to prevent it from sitting on the ground.
These sizes can be adjusted to suit your space requirements

Cost: $60 for timber, pond sealant and fixings. This excludes Resene products. I used Resene Furniture And Decking Oil Exterior.

Health & Safety: When using power tools, always wear goggles and ear defenders, and ensure all jewellery is tucked away, hair tied back and don’t wear loose clothing that may get tangled. When handling potting mix, wear a dust mask and well fitting, suitable gloves.

Instructions

Learn how to make a mini water feature:

Mini water feature - Step 1 Step 1
Measure up your timber and cut to size.

Mini water feature - Step 2 Step 2
Measure 12.5mm in from each edge and mark up where each fixing will be. Pre-drill the holes to assemble the box frame and screw together.

Mini water feature - Step 3 Step 3
Fit the bottom pieces in to place, pre-drill and screw together.

Mini water feature - Step 4 (a) Step 4 (a)
Measure up for the middle section, pre-drill and screw into place. Now, you can safely add the underneath straps.

Mini water feature - Step 4 (b) Step 4 (b)
Brush pond sealer in both sections, as per the manufacturer’s instructions.

Mini water feature - Step 5 Step 5
Apply your Resene exterior finish of choice. I have used Resene Furniture And Decking Oil Exterior to show off the timber.

Mini water feature - Step 6 Step 6
Drill holes for drainage on the smaller garden section.

Mini water feature - Step 7 Step 7
Place in the desired area. Add potting mix, stones and ornaments to the garden section, and fill the pond with water, and add aquatic plants.

Mini water feature - finished Finished project
A great project for your outdoor deck, patio or balcony.

Project by: Jane Horne

Jane Horne and partner Simon Bartholomew design and develop projects from their studio in Christchurch, managing projects throughout the South Island.

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