How to Make a Lawn Sprinkler

Looking to make a one of a kind lawn sprinkler? It's easy, affordable and can be up and running in no time. Create your own design or look for inspiration to make a sprinkler that works for your yard and lawn area. Does this Spark an idea?

Things You'll Need

  • PVC
  • Elbows
  • PVC glue or sealant
  • Adaptor to connect to hose/facet
  • Drill
  • Small bit
  • Hand Saw
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Instructions

    • 1

      Create a design or blue print of a sprinkler. Sketch out your idea on a piece of paper to see your idea come to life.

    • 2

      Determine size, shape and how you want your sprinkler to function.

    • 3

      Get PVC from your local hardware store or use pieces that you may have left over from another project.

    • 4

      Cut PVC to size with a hand saw according to blue print.

    • 5

      Make holes in the PVC. Take each piece and drill holes approximately 2 inches apart on one side of the length of PVC.

    • 6

      Layout PVC into shape that you have designed.

    • 7

      Take PVC elbows and attach them to the corners of your design to piece all of the PVC together.

    • 8

      Seal around the elbow joints to secure the entire sprinkler together.

    • 9

      Allow sealant to dry.

    • 10

      Add an adapter to the connect to the hose.

    • 11

      Connect and turn on the water and watch your creation sprinkle the yard or even entertain the kids.

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