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Waterfall construction
by Michael O'Brien
Few things are more relaxing than the comforting sound of
running water. Almost nothing beats having this luxury in the privacy
of your own back yard. First, decide exactly where you want the waterfall.
It should be audible and visible from the place where you'll spend
the bulk of your time.
Waterfalls rock!
Once you know what you want and where to put it, you're ready
for rocks. The most critical aspect of the waterfall construction
is the base rock. Every rock in the waterfall has to rest on this,
so it has to be strong and large enough to support them. You'll want
to position the rock so there is an opening beneath it.
Easy waterfall construction
Once you have your base rock, you need a pool liner. This
must be big enough to cover the pond, but also needs to extend under
the base and run beneath the rocks to the top. This simple act will
make sure your waterfall water stays where it's supposed to, instead
of seeping out into the lawn. Make sure the liner and base rock are
secure.
Next, fill in your waterfall with rocks that are smaller
and of varying sizes to make the fall more interesting and natural
looking. Finally, use a hose to make sure the water flows the way
you want in order to best enjoy your waterfall construction.
