Waterfall in the apartment: photo-ideas, features of the creation

The apartments differ in originality and sophistication, in the interior of which there is a waterfall. This decoration adds freshness and at the same time soothes. But, alas, the cost of a decorative waterfall is prohibitively high, so it's much cheaper to make a waterfall with your own hands. On the features, recommendations and how to make a waterfall with your own hands, let's talk further.

Advantages of using a waterfall in an apartment

Humidity- an indicator of not only the physical comfort of the room, but also the state of the human immune system, since from the humidity of the air in the quartD depends wellbeing of people living in it. The optimal moisture content in winter is 60%, and in summer - about 80%.

If the air in the apartment is overdried, it develops microbacteria that lead to the appearance of colds, especially in young children. Therefore, the control of air humidity is a mandatory rule of a healthy family.

If the apartment has a waterfall, a constantly falling stream of water refreshes and moistens the air. The use of the waterfall also decorates the interior of the room. There are many options for its decoration: the installation of all kinds of highlights or combinations of lamps that create an amazing holiday atmosphere.

Water is a great way to calm down. It relieves fatigue, stress and nervous tension. Looking at the waterfall for a few minutes, the person becomes more calm and peaceful. A slight noise from the murmur of water avoids other unpleasant sounds that are heard from the street or from neighboring apartments.

The presence of a waterfall in the house increases the comfort conditions, protects against diseases, beautifies the room and improves well-being. Therefore, the construction of the waterfall with their own hands will bring only positive emotions. The advantage of a self-made waterfall before buying is the possibility of choosing the size of the structure, the way it is decorated, decorating, the variety of options for falling water.

Making a decorative waterfall eliminates problems such as water splashing and strong pump noise. In addition, they are very easy to take care of.

Recommendations for choosing a decorative waterfall in

apartment deciding to buy a house for the waterfall, you should consider a few guidelines that will help you not to make a mistake and pick up the item so that the waterfall would bring only positive emotions to others.

First of all, decide on the type of waterfall, which should harmoniously fit into the overall design of the room.

There are several types of decorative waterfalls:

• waterfalls on glass;
• waterfalls on the rocks;
• string waterfalls;
• waterfalls bubble-panel type.

First, we'll figure out the waterfalls on the glass. Before choosing such a waterfall, it is necessary to determine its exact location. There are several options for making this waterfall. First, the waterfall on the glass is installed near the wall, but separately from it. In this case, it does not take up much space. For the construction of such a waterfall, you should determine the version of its racks and their finishing. If the height of such a waterfall exceeds 2 m, special fixators should be installed, which will not allow the structure to overturn. Variants of the decorative part, which is located next to the wall, are also different. It is possible to order ordinary glass, but at a time when the waterfall will not work, wallpaper or wall decoration will be visible. It is better to choose a decorative film on which stones or vegetation are represented. It is possible to use a mirror surface or frosted glass. The next option is to mount the waterfall directly on the wall or in a special niche.

The waterfalls of string or drip-string type differ in beauty and interesting appearance. They appear in the form of rain, the drops of which slowly flow down the glass. A variant of manufacturing such a waterfall is possible, the height of which exceeds ten meters. This type of waterfall is easy to clean and requires a temporary infusion of water. It looks very beautiful in the stairwell.

To choose a waterfall follows, based on the characteristics of the room in which it is installed, as well as practical, material considerations and personal desires of the owners.

Types of decorative waterfalls

Decorative waterfalls differ among themselves by a large number of characteristics, such as:

• form;
• size;
• assignment;
• height;
• type of water drop;
• design features;
• finishing with natural or artificial materials;
• backlight presence.

In accordance with the design and type of finish, distinguish:

• exotic waterfalls;
• waterfalls are restrained;Waterfalls combi
• .

The first species is characterized by the presence of a large number of stones, living or artificial plants, trees, cane, reeds, bowls, jugs, mirror surfaces, figurines and other ornaments. Waterfalls of this type have a wonderful decorative effect. They are installed both in living quarters( apartments, cottages or private houses), and in public buildings, such as shopping centers, restaurants, cafes.

The material for the manufacture of containers is the most diverse: metal, ceramics, porcelain, plastic, concrete, wood, gypsum, artificial or natural stone. Such waterfalls are equipped with a glass fence and are small in size.

Restrained waterfalls are distinguished by the lack of a large number of decorative elements. In most cases, they do not have plants or stones. Their appearance resembles a waterfall, which is embedded in a glass surface. Therefore they are also called waterfalls on glass. Their work is based on the constant flow of water over the surface of the glass, thanks to the presence of a special mechanism.

In the upper part there is a reservoir-storage type device, which receives water during the operation of the pump. Restrained waterfalls are of two types:

• inkjet;
• with rain.

The third type of waterfall is a combined device that connects a waterfall across a glass with decorative elements of an exotic waterfall, such as trees, plants, stones, figurines and other materials.

In accordance with the method of lifting water, they are divided into devices:

• cascade type;
• inkjet type;
• drip type;
• nebulous type.

Cascade waterfall implies the fall of water over several changing fragments of the device, that is, in several stages. Jet waterfalls represent a uniform flow of water in the form of a jet. A drop waterfall is characterized by the presence of small droplets, which gradually flow down the surface of the glass.

Foggy waterfalls look like a weeping wall, on the surface of which fog is formed.

Depending on the design features, they can be:

• monolithic type;
• collapsible type;
• mobile type;
• singing type.

Monolithic waterfalls represent a single, indiscriminate design that is installed in a specific location and does not move anywhere from there.

Collapsible waterfalls are easily disassembled and moved to another location.

Mobile waterfalls provide the possibility of transportation to any corner of the apartment or house.

Singing waterfalls not only decorate the interior with its beauty and moisturize the air, but also bring aesthetic pleasure in the form of pleasant music that is reproduced.

According to the location, the waterfalls are divided into:

• wall mounted;
• built-in;
• outdoor;
• waterfalls in the form of windows;
• waterfalls in the form of columns;
• waterfalls in the form of screens;
• waterfalls in the form of a wall.

Wall waterfalls are installed on the walls in the form of paintings, in most cases in a restrained form, which assumes the presence of water, flowing smoothly over the surface of the glass.

Built-in waterfalls are mounted in specially prepared niches. Another version of the built-in waterfall is its installation in the aquarium, or the expansion of the aquarium and the addition of a waterfall to its surface.

Outdoor waterfalls assume installation on the floor, in the central part of the room or near the wall.

Window waterfalls are excellent at replacing windows, they pass light well and look beautiful when sunlight hits the surface.

An excellent option for decorating a flight of stairs or a high room is to install a waterfall in the form of a column. This waterfall will be an ornament not only of a large house, but also perfectly fit into the design of any shopping center.

To divide one room into two functional zones, the installation of a waterfall in the form of a screen is suitable.

Waterfall-wall is another unusual variant of decorating the room.

Recommendations for the construction of a waterfall in the apartment with their own hands

1. The main components for the construction of the waterfall are: pump, tube and batteries.
2. Use a pebble or a special niche to mask the deposit.
3. The location of the tube is the extreme upper point of the waterfall.
4. If there are structural elements in the waterfall that are made of wood, they should be covered with a special water-repellent solution before installation, which will prevent damage to the material.
5. As a reservoir for the construction of a waterfall, choose a tank that will not allow water to pass through.
6. It is recommended to use plastic products. When choosing an application, one should compare its capacity with the volume of circulating water, select the sediments with the minimum power.

Waterfall in the aquarium with our own hands

We will begin the construction of this waterfall with consideration of the principle of its operation. Thanks to the presence of air, sand and water, an illusion of a waterfall is created. The air supply is provided by the presence of a tube that is connected to the compressor. For a waterfall, which is installed in an aquarium with a volume of 50 liters, select a compressor with a power of 3.5 watts.

At the bottom of the tube there is a hole through which sand enters the aquarium, thanks to the presence of air, it rises and circulates. Since the sand is not able to be in the upper part of the aquarium, it gradually descends and falls into the storage tank. Thus, this process never ends.

When choosing sand, pay attention to its color and fraction, it must be white and very small. The upper part of the waterfall should be immersed in water at least two centimeters.

Now proceed to the materials for the construction of the waterfall. For operation, the presence of:

• 1 of a water hose with a diameter of 12 mm is required, the length depends on the height of the waterfall;
• as a support use a pipe for a water pipe, the length of which also depends on the height of the waterfall;
• 1 systems for dropper;
• silicone sealant, it is better to give preference to the glue "Titan";
• narrow adhesive tape;
• plastic bottles for 1.5 liters;
• plastic bottles for 5 l;
• plastic bottles for 0.5 liter;
• decorative elements in the form of stones;
• of ordinary sand;
• of white sand;
• of the compressor;
• small piece of foam rubber.

How to make a waterfall in an aquarium:

1. Take the water pipe and use a knife to make an oval hole on the end of the hose.
2. Put on the storage cup - the upper part, previously cut from the one and a half-liter bottle, and put it on the oval hole of the hose.
3. Use a tape to fix the bowl, and with glue, glue the surface of the bowl to the hose, make sure the connections are tight. After the glue has dried, proceed to the next step.
4. At the top of the hose, you should also cut a hole in the shape of an oval with a size of 30x15 mm.
5. At the bottom, insert the tip from the dropper system and glue it. Wait until the glue dries.
6. Put the tube from the system on the compressor and on the tip.
7. Install the base under the waterfall in the aquarium and check its performance.
8. Now proceed to the construction of the frame for the waterfall. To do this, take a plastic bottle of 5 liters and cut off the top and bottom of it, they will not be needed.
9. Use a few side pieces to simulate the rock. On it, put different stones on your own.
10. In the grooves should be glued small pebbles, and traces between the plastic bottle and stones pour ordinary sand.
11. To control the precipitation of sand, it is necessary to build a cover that will be located on top.
    
12. From a 0.5 liter bottle, cut the lower and uppermost part on which the lid is attached, and leave the middle, about 4-6 cm long, as a lid.
13. Attach it to the main mechanism and check the operability of the entire system.
14. In the corner part of the aquarium with the help of adhesive tape, fix the tube that will supply air. The air outlet at the top of the tube should be covered with foam rubber.
15. When the water is flooded, take care to turn on the compressor, gradually pour all the white sand. Small stones should not fall into the storage tank, as the system clogs.

Waterfall on the glass with your own hands

For the construction of such a waterfall, you will need:

• cellular plexiglas;
• vinyl air hose;
• the compressor;
• backlight;
• check valve.

This waterfall has a simple design, it consists of a cover with a panel, installed on the podium. Their functions are to protect the waterfall from pollution by dust or dirt.

As a backlight, it is possible to use neon or LED light bulbs. Preferably the first option, since the LEDs are less powerful by radiation.

Choose the location of the bulbs, based on personal preferences and features of the location of the waterfall.

Before you begin, draw a diagram and determine the size of the waterfall.

Make a podium that must be waterproof, and install a power supply, a compressor and a non-return valve. Also install the batteries for backlighting in the form of controllers or luminaires.

Install the Plexiglas, through which the backlight will be visible. Install the tank where the water will be. Install the tube that is connected to the compressor. For an even distribution of water bubbles over the surface, use an acrylic sprayer. A tube should fit into each hole. It is possible to use holes with different diameters, so you get a waterfall with bubbles of different sizes. It will look more aesthetic.

The location of the water tank should be hidden, it is possible to install it in the podium itself or between the glass and podium surfaces.

To avoid stagnation of water, build a small faucet, it is recommended to use purified and distilled water. Before you start the waterfall for the first time, clean the glass well with a special tool that also degreases it. Thus, the water will be evenly distributed over the glass surface.