Special Outdoor Projects

A water feature is a lovely addition to any yard, offering soothing sights and sounds to accompany relaxation in a chaise or hammock. Fortunately, you don't need a huge yard to enjoy a water...

Pond waterfall filters may be expensive, but that does not mean they are complex. Building a waterfall filter yourself can be done with some basic materials found at the local hardware store....

Pond waterfalls can add an attractive element to an existing water garden, but they require filtration to keep them running smoothly. Rather than spending hundreds of dollars on a pre-fabricated...

The sound of a gently burbling waterfall is enchanting and can quickly sooth any harried homeowner, especially when that waterfall is a located just a step or two from your deck or patio. Making...

Waterfalls are soothing and beautiful additions to any landscape. Building a waterfall on level ground presents quite a challenge, however, because you'll need to create your own incline. Instead...

A curtain waterfall is the perfect solution for a small backyard water feature. It can be tall and narrow, low and long or any size in between. Make the waterfall curtain from PVC pipe or copper...

Building a mountain may be difficult but creating a waterfall is not a daunting task. The reason: water runs downhill. Waterscapers utilize a garden's natural slope and terrain when designing...

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Once you have installed a water garden and pond waterfall, you need to finish the landscaping design by hiding all hardware and liners. You can hide a pond waterfall unit in a variety of ways to...

A pondless waterfall provides the sights and sounds of cascading water without the troubles associated with standing bodies of water. Pools and ponds are attractive nuisances for children and...

Setting up a pond waterfall pump system must be done carefully to ensure maximum water flow. Not only will this improve the appearance of the water garden and the quality of the water, but it may...

Installing a backyard waterfall pond from a boxed kit is easy--but the results may not always be the restful, or dramatic or elegant landscape feature you had hoped for. Experienced waterscape...

A sloping landscape is a natural boon for pond waterfall construction, allowing for a more natural-looking waterscape and adding several design options. Challenges in waterfall pond construction...

A waterfall pond is a delightful addition to any backyard, but it requires careful planning and physical effort. Flowing water is not only attractive to look at but restful to hear. The addition...

Enjoy the soothing sounds of falling water with your own backyard waterfall, simply constructed in your open yard, garden or pond area. Waterfalls come in all sizes and varieties. Fiberglass...

Falling water is such a soothing sound. Whether it's in gigantic form like Niagara Falls or a small yard waterfall made with a few simple materials, waterfalls have an aesthetic appeal. You...

The sound of falling water is a magical sound, and you don't need to go big or elaborate to get that great effect. It's not as complicated as you might think, but adequate planning and preparation...

A waterfall can be a nice addition to a swimming pool or garden pond. To make sure that your waterfall keeps flowing at the rate that you want it, you need to install a pump that is large enough....

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A fountain or a waterfall can provide beauty and soothing sounds to your garden. It is not as hard as you may think to put a waterfall or fountain in your garden and start enjoying it.

If your waterfall pump is not large enough, it won't be able to keep the waterfall going at your desired rate. The size of a waterfall pump is measured in how many gallons per hour it can pump for...

Waterfalls add serenity to your landscape and can be a focal point in your backyard space. You can build a small backyard waterfall with minimum building skills, large stones and a lot of sweat...

Pumps circulate the water in a pond to prevent algae buildup and stagnation and to oxygenate the water properly for fish and vegetation. In choosing a pump, perform one calculation to find the...

Waterfalls add a special ambience to your property, whether they are a focal point in your outdoor living space or a hidden treasure in your garden. You can build a slate waterfall with minimum...

Rock waterfalls can offer a stunning natural effect to a backyard. When constructing one, you'll focus on the water at the bottom and the waterfall structure that the water flows down. Think of...

Ponds attract birds, butterflies and other wildlife. Adding a waterfall to your yard gives the soothing and relaxing sound of running water, but if you really want to put the "wow factor" into...

Adding a waterfall feature to a garden pond can create many additional benefits for your water garden. The falling water can help to oxygenate the pond for fish and plants, while the sound of...

A water feature in your landscaping offers a beautiful bit of the wild in your backyard. The soothing sound of running water seems to cool the garden on a hot day, and the opportunity to keep...

The sound of running water is soothing and can add tranquility to any landscape. You can either pair a landscape waterfall with a pond or create one without a pond. These instructions describe how...

A backyard pond waterfall can be a beautiful addition to your backyard pond and garden. If you do your homework and due diligence, installing your waterfall will be the easy part. Carefully design...

Homemade pond waterfalls are easy to create. Choosing the correct pump for the job is essential. Pair it with flexible pipe and your imagination to create a soothing landscape feature that will...

Water garden ponds, waterfalls and fountains can be wonderful addition to any landscape offering peaceful solitude and a lovely place for neighborhood wildlife and birds to congregate. If you are...

One way to increase the interest and beauty of your backyard is to add a stone waterfall. One need only think of Claude Monet's garden at Giverny or the lovely Japanese gardens in which water is...

While usually constructed next to a backyard water garden, pond-less waterfall ideas are perfect for small yards and those who enjoy the sights and sounds without much of the maintenance. Cut...

Backyards have become more than a space for playing or grilling dinner. People have begun exploring the idea of outdoor living spaces and have started decorating, landscaping and finishing outdoor...

You have a pond, and feel there is something missing. If you have fish, the stagnant water isn't healthy for them either. Adding a waterfall to your pond isn't difficult, but it does take some...

Building a waterfall in your backyard pond is not easy. It is physically demanding and requires planning. You will need to be prepared to stand in your pond and make adjustments until the...

A natural-looking waterfall is not only a wonderful way to add beauty to your home but it can also add much needed serenity and ambiance to any outdoor space. If you want the waterfall to be a...

A pondless waterfall is an alternative for a backyard water feature when you don't have the time or space for a full garden pond. Since they do not require a large pond stocked with plants and...

Landscaping your lake property might include a beautifully manicured lawn with a cobblestone patio and an outdoor living space adjacent to the water. It could also include a dramatic waterfall...

Whether you live in an urban area and have a tiny backyard or live on a sprawling suburban property, a pond or water feature can bring serenity and beauty to your life. It is possible to do most...

A water feature can add beauty and life to any yard. Choose a small, self-contained fountain that can sit on your patio or a small pond with a waterfall. There are kits you can buy, but there are...

Landscaping garden ponds creates a unified appeal, as the water, plants and extended garden become a cohesive and picturesque outdoor room. Your garden pond, or water garden, should blend with...

A backyard waterfall can be a soothing addition to your landscape. It doesn't have to be a huge waterfall--you can get much of the same effect of cascading water and beautiful appearance from a...

Waterfalls add a soothing element to your outdoor landscape or indoor décor. You can design a freestanding waterfall with landscape rocks, a waterfall wall with river rock or stack landscape...

A disappearing waterfall can be a wonderful addition to a garden. It works by using a pump in a container to pump water from an underground resivoir (which you dig yourself, and no it is not that...

Create a backyard waterfall in your landscape to add beauty and the peaceful sound of flowing water. Whether you have an existing pond or not, adding a water feature made of prefabricated...

You can design and build your own backyard pond, complete with a waterfall, using forms and materials from your local garden supply store or from online retailers. Create a small water garden with...

A water feature is a wonderfully relaxing addition to any yard. With proper routine maintenance, the waterfall's pump will give you many years of reliable service. Clean your waterfall pump at...

A koi pond can bring a splash of serenity to any yard. That serenity can be further enhanced and expanded to create a showy oasis that highlights the pond as the centerpiece of your yard. You can...