January 10, 2010
Generally speaking, there are four basic parts to a water feature:
Pedestal area
Catch basin
Streams and falls
Shelves and pond
By understanding the function of each of these four parts, you can design a well-balanced and properly functioning home garden water feature.
Pedestal
The pedestal area is the excavated section of soil situated at the head of your water feature. This [...]
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December 12, 2009
Expanding foams and fillers are extremely popular in the construction of DIY waterfalls, and you can rest assured that they are incredibly handy in some cases. When building outdoor water features, it’s important to understand the difference between latex and polyurethane foam.
Differences Between Latex and Polyurethane Foam Sealant
There are two key differences between latex foam [...]
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