Step 4. Join two pieces of 20mm irrigation pipe using an elbow full-flow fitting. This pipe will ultimately connect to the pump and allow water to flow through the bamboo feature. Make sure that there is excess piping (600 to 800mm) protruding from the bottom of the vertical pole to connect to the pump. Plug the power cable into an outlet and switch on the power. Observe the water feature to make sure it’s working correctly. It sure looks like bamboo but it isn’t. Instead, the vertical pieces and spouts are cast from crushed stone and then bonded with resin. This makes it impervious to the elements. It's best to use distilled or purified water in your water feature to minimise the build-up of minerals and algae. One reason regular tap water may not be the best choice is that it contains minerals that can cause deposits and discolouration over time. What to read next: While bamboo garden elements can bring beauty and serenity, there are a few downsides to this sustainable wood.

You#'ve got a reservoir, you know how big it is and where it's going to go. So now you just need to dig a hole for it. If your reservoir has a lid, dig a little deeper than the reservoir's depth to make space for it. Its simplicity makes it super easy to install. It also makes it very versatile – you can set it up on any bowl of any size.Adjustable flow: Some models allow you to control the flow of water, enabling you to fine-tune the sound and rhythm to your liking. After all, you don’t want the sound to become grating. Best Buddha zen garden water feature (Editor's choice): Peaceful Buddha Water Feature - view on The Range

The cascade of water creates a nice relaxing sound effect. If you don’t want a fountain where water falls into a bowl of water – like the Bamboo Accents one above – The Design Toscano fountain is a good alternative. The resin construction makes it much more durable than bamboo, especially when exposed to the elements. By incorporating a Shishi-Odoshi into your landscape, you honour the heritage and philosophy of Japanese gardens, embracing the cultural significance of water. They cater to diverse spaces, as they’re available in a range of sizes, with options for all spaces. These features handle your wellbeing with care: no more unwanted noise, and only relaxation through a serene sound of flowing water. By looking at the water flow rate of a garden water feature, you will find out just how much water is pushed through it. Plus, you'll know how much noise it will make. The water from the flume has to fall into the pivot - if it doesn't none of your sōzu will work! Turn on your water pump, then take note of where the water falls. Change the flume angle, shorten it, do whatever you have to to make sure the water reaches the pivot. Then fix the flume into place.

This product should not be exposed to extreme weather conditions. It is recommended that the product is drained completely and covered during the winter with a suitable protection cover, or alternatively drained and placed inside a garden shed, storage box or stored indoors. Choose the right location. This will depend on where you want the ‘Zen’, how the water feature is powered (needs to be near an outlet if it uses a plug) and availability of space. Avoid putting it near electronics and anything that can be damaged by water. Run your water tube out of your spout and through this last piece of bamboo. How you attach this flume to the spout is up to you, but be advised not to use permanent fixings until you've tested the flow. You can collect your supplies in stages, but like with any IKEA furniture, it's best to have all your bits together before starting the build. If you'd rather stagger it, you can get the reservoir and pump at the same time, then the posts and bamboo/PVC and canes, then ironmongery at the end once your sizes and diameters are confirmed.

We have a fantastic new range of Bamboo Panels and Fences. Ideal for inside or outside use. The natural colour of Bamboo creates serenity and sophistication.It consists of half a dozen vertical bamboo-like pieces tied together. Spouts cascade water from one piece to the next. Of course, you could add a fountain or spout to turn your bowl pond into a moving water feature. Natural-looking garden water feature ideas Regular maintenance is essential to keep your water feature clean and functioning well - these may include cleaning the pump, removing debris, and topping up the water level as needed. It is always best to consult the manufacturer's guidelines for specific care instructions. Can I install a garden water feature myself? Easy setup: Choose a water feature that is simple to assemble and set up. Clear instructions and minimal components will save you time and frustration. For this, opt for a kit with all the trimmings. Take a look at our impressive range of Granite Spheres - these are available up to 1 metre in diameter and can be drilled for use as a water feature. Up until now, sourcing these for your Japanese Garden has been difficult - Silver Grey Raking Gravel, Specimen Stones are all here, online, for easy delivery to your door.

If you've seen a film that's either culturally Japanese (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon) or wishes it was (Kill Bill), you might have seen or heard one of these water features. A shishi-odoshi (called a sōzu when a water feature), or 'deer scarer', is the bamboo thing that goes donk, an occasional noise-maker previously designed to spook animals from your garden. Nowadays, they're used to add an oriental flair to gardens across the world. And scare pigeons. It takes 10-20 minutes to install a Japanese bamboo water feature. It’s a DIY project; no need to spend money hiring a pro. The fountain measures 88cm to the highest point, so it’s pretty tall. It’ll be easy for guests to spot it among the flowers and shrubs, if not by sight then by the relaxing sounds. What we like about it:

Beautiful high quality Shoji Paper and Japanese Acrylics for your home -we deliver throughout the UK and Europe direct. Cut a piece of bamboo down to size, the maximum height you want your spout to be plus around 20cm which will be driven into the ground. A second piece of bamboo will take the water over to the pivot, but this can all be played with once your upright is in place. Once you've got it to the height you want, cut or drill a hole in the side of the bamboo for your water pump tube to feed through - make the hole significantly bigger than the tube diameter. You can use rope, twine, glue, screws - whatever takes your fancy. Rope/twine will give you the best wiggle room if water starts missing the pivot. You can even use a second piece of bamboo, parallel to the spout, and attach it to both. Just be sure not to alter the placement you just worked out. If you don’t want to build a pond, you can use another catch basin such as a whiskey barrel or other container. Bamboo is available from online retailers. You can have them split the sluice lengths for a small additional fee. Project Overview