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For a small garden or patio, choose a simple compact water feature so it doesn’t overpower the space. In this small garden by @tim_aquatic_edge, a small two-tiered spillway bowl fountain creates ambiance and beautiful sound.

The concrete bowl and basin is reinforced with glass fibers, which helps it withstand the elements and gives it a distinctive patina. The kit comes with everything you need to set up this water feature in your yard.

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Create a backyard oasis with this DIY waterfall project. Construction is uncomplicated: Dig a hole in the ground, line it with a rubber membrane and cover it with a stack of flat stone.

This backyard waterfall looks beautiful, but the best part is the sound. If you close your eyes, it’s easy to imagine yourself next to a gurgling creek in the middle of the woods.

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If you’re looking for an eye-catching water feature for your patio, deck or front entry, this natural-looking DIY rock water fountain will do the trick.

Water from the pump gurgles up through a one-inch hole drilled through the stone before it flows down the rocks. To reduce maintenance, we eliminated the collection pond. Instead, a gravel-filled reservoir collects the overflow for recirculation.