The Simple And Stylish Water Feature You Can DIY With IKEA Products
No matter what time of year it is, it's always a good idea to dream up some DIY hacks to turn your backyard into a secret oasis. IKEA seems to have all of the answers to this too. With simple, modern items, the store provides a base for nearly infinite possibilities for your home and garden, from indoor shelving ideas to outdoor tool structures that will look high-end without costing an arm and a leg. One of the newest brilliant IKEA hacks to spruce up an outdoor space utilizes simple IKEA trashcans to make a water fountain for your patio or garden.
The items for this hack are remarkably affordable, considering that a typical water fountain costs an average of $2,847 to install. The base of the fountain is two IKEA FNISS trash cans glued together. Grab some simple polished decorative rocks, similar to these TINYUNICORN Polished Black Stones, to fill the top trash can. Finally, you'll need a solar fountain like the Mademax Solar-Powered Bird Bath Fountain. If you choose to prime and paint your base rather than sticking with the black and white colors available, you can add an extra $20 to your budget for some decor flair and still only spend $45 or less for this DIY.
How to make your own fountain
Once you've acquired all of the necessary materials, most of the hard work is already done. You can start the DIY process by deciding on a paint color or other design elements you want to use to jazz up the trash can bases. Instagram user @cb_loves_interiors_20 began her own project by priming and painting her trash cans a neutral tone, and then she used a sponge to apply texture to make the finished product look a bit more high-end. Your own water feature can make your backyard feel more modern if you use trendy colors or even go for a monochrome look. For example, black stones paired with the black IKEA trash can models would be luxurious.
To put it all together, simply glue the pots together at their bases, creating an hourglass shape. Then, fill the top can with some filler material. The creator above uses empty planter pots, but you can get creative with what you have on hand. Top it with your polished rocks before filling the entire basin with water. Place your solar fountain disc, which only needs sunlight and water to operate, on top. You'll want to refill your water level regularly. You should also place the fountain in a part of your yard that naturally receives a lot of sunlight since the fountain will only work in direct sun due to the solar paneling. Finally, sit back and enjoy the calming sound of flowing water in your own backyard.