It’s not uncommon for us to look at photos on the Internet with bated breath. decorative ponds and we dream of organizing something similar on our own site. But the process of creating a country pond at first glance is not so simple; it requires certain knowledge in the field of establishing basic plumbing systems, gardening, and some construction skills.
It is no secret that having made a couple of mistakes during work, beauty enthusiasts become disappointed in the final product of their creativity and no longer get down to business, preferring to be content with beautiful pictures in landscape design magazines. But in vain. After all, creating a reservoir is a serious matter and, without experience, it is not always possible to get the desired result the first time.
Therefore, it is necessary to carefully study the Internet on this issue and be prepared for failures - our eternal companions on the path to success. The main thing to remember is that experience is best teacher, and don't be afraid to experiment.
In the meantime, in order to get closer to what you want and arrange the decorative pond of your dreams on your site, we advise you to start small. Namely, by creating a small decorative pond from an old tractor tire. This will take much less time than usual, but we are sure that in the process you will acquire many useful skills for the future.
Today we will not apply any expensive materials and try to save a little time, as well as money from the family budget.
So, to create a decorative mini-reservoir on summer cottage you will need:
1. Materials:
- tractor tire (you can take a large tire from any large truck);
- polyethylene film as insulating material;
- small pump;
- stones for decoration;
- small crushed stone for arranging the bottom of a reservoir or sea pebbles;
- ornamental plants to taste (preferably low-growing ones).
2. Tools:
- jigsaw;
- shovel;
- wheelbarrow.
Step 1: choosing a location
The choice of location should be taken with full responsibility. If possible, it should be a more or less level area. It is not recommended to locate a pond in an area open to sunlight throughout the day, since the water will become very hot, and this is fraught with the development of pathogenic microorganisms and algae in it.
Also pay attention to the presence of a body of water above the surface deciduous trees. All the leaves from them will end up in your pond in the fall, and you will have to clean it almost every day during the leaf fall period.
In addition to the above conditions for choosing a place for a pond, it is also worth highlighting the absence of strong wind.
Step 2: preparing the pit
Dig and level a hole for the tractor tire so deep that half of the tire is above ground level. If you do not want to spoil the lawn, then before laying the soil, you will have to cover it with film or any other durable covering material.
Although our pond will not be that large, the amount of soil that you will have to remove is measured in several wheelbarrows, or even several dozen wheelbarrows. To avoid such difficult work, we advise you to think about installing an alpine slide with ornamental plants. It can be made from excavated soil and the remains of stones, which for one reason or another were not in demand when decorating the reservoir itself. For example, we did just that and were extremely pleased with the result of our labors.
Step 3: Tire Preparation and Insulation
You need to cut off the top of the tire as shown in the photo. The easiest way to do this is with a jigsaw. Since the material is very thick and durable, cutting it manually with a knife, for example, will be very difficult.
Place the prepared tire on the bottom of the pit and cover with plastic wrap. Distribute it over the inner area and begin filling your future pond, making sure that the film is evenly distributed and does not form too many folds.
Tuck the edges of the film under the tire using a suitable tool, such as a large screwdriver. Whether to attach it additionally to the rubber or leave it as is is up to you. However, considering that the film will be securely fixed with stones, we did not see the need for additional fastening.
Step 4: decorating with stone
For decoration we used natural stone. Here you will have to play a game of Tetris, selecting and placing stones properly. As a result, it is necessary to achieve a complete and harmonious composition, smoothly transitioning into alpine slide.
Step 5: Alpine slide
Creating an alpine slide is an exclusively creative and intuitive activity, and besides, it is a matter of taste, so any recommendations here are unnecessary.
Either way, you have everything you need: fertile soil from the pit, remnants of stones and favorite plants. Therefore, it’s time to show a little imagination and complement your decorative pond with an alpine slide to match.
The only nuance that is perhaps worth mentioning is the use of predominantly low-growing plants for landscaping. Considering the small size of the reservoir, tall vegetation can almost completely hide it under its own mass, which is not always useful.
Step 6: Pump Installation
Place a small pump at the bottom of the pond, which is usually used in such cases to simulate a fountain. You can find it in any construction hypermarket.
In principle, you can completely abandon the pump, but then it would not be superfluous to arrange a drainage of water from the reservoir. The fact is that with insufficient aeration, the water will quickly become cloudy and begin to emit bad smell. Therefore, from time to time you will have to drain it and fill it with a new one - fresh. It is for this reason that the solution using a pump remains the most rational of the others.
In extreme cases, the pump can be replaced with a compressor designed for aerating water in aquariums. Its task is to pump air, thereby saturating the water with oxygen. This perfect solution for those who want to protect their decorative pond from colonization by algae and the development of pathogenic microflora.
The effect of a compressor is, of course, not the same as when using a pump. But the dynamics from the formed air bubbles on the water surface are guaranteed.
We used a pump that we managed to find in the hobby department. landscape design.
On winter period During cold weather, the water from the reservoir must be drained. Under other circumstances, it would be nice to send the film laid as an insulating material for storage, but since it is securely fixed with stones, this, of course, is not so easy.
In the meantime, just enjoy the beautiful creation of your own hands!
And cozy. Ornamental trees, flowers, paths or other decorations allow you to arrange your landscape design in an original way, but the real highlight of it can be an artificial pond made by yourself.
Pond in the yard
When arranging the yard of their home or cottage, owners often think about the idea of making a tire pond with their own hands. This element can bring freshness and originality to any design. Every family member will be happy with this addition: children love to splash in the water, and adults can relax near a small pond in the evening after work.
Since building materials are quite expensive these days and building even a small pond will require an impressive amount of money, the most affordable option is a pond made of old tire. With his own hands, every owner of a dacha or house can, without special effort create a great paradise in your yard. This type of pond can be made even on a balcony or in an apartment using a small tire from a passenger car.
How to make a tire pond with your own hands
In order to make a tire pond, you first need to decide on the place where it will be located. It is better to set up a pond on a flat area where there are no stones or other hard materials. This will speed up the work much faster. You also need to decide on the size of the pond in order to find the right tire. If the area allows, you can make several ponds.
When making a pond at your dacha out of tires with your own hands, you need to decide whether this pond will be buried in the soil or raised above the ground. It is also better to think through the design in advance. The stones look very beautiful when decorated, so you can start preparing them in advance. Find beautiful stone not so easy, and when purchasing this material you will have to shell out a lot of money.
What kind of tire is needed for a pond?
To choose the right tire, you need to know the size of the area where the pond will be located. If there is not much space, you can use a tire from passenger car. For a large yard, it is better to take a tire from a KAMAZ, tractor or other large equipment.
Tires can be found in tire shops. In such a place the tire will be given away for free, because used tires must be recycled. If you don’t have the option you need, you can contact auto companies that can sell used tires for little money. You can also search suitable option in private advertisements. With a little effort, you can find the tire you need.
Tools for arranging a pond
In order to make a pond at your dacha with your own hands from tires, you need to prepare the following tools:
Roulette;
Level.
The purchased tire must be thoroughly cleaned and washed if necessary. Next you need to cut off the top of the tire with a jigsaw. If this tool is not available, you can use a metal saw or sharp knife. Then you need to measure the diameter of the tire and its height and determine how deep it will be in the soil. The diameter of the hole should be slightly larger than the tire so that the waterproofing can be laid and secured.
You also need to make sure that the hole has a level base, which a level will help with. If the bottom is uneven, the tire will be filled with water unevenly: there will be overflow on one side, and a high side on the other. To prevent dirt and rainwater from getting into your pond, you should place the tire slightly above ground level.
Tire waterproofing
When making a tire pond with your own hands, you need to take care of its waterproofing. Cheapest and affordable option- ordinary polyethylene film. The only disadvantage of such material is unreliability. The film is easily damaged and therefore will have to be replaced. You can use several layers of polyethylene, which will slightly increase the reliability of waterproofing. But if you do not intend to return to re-arranging the pond, it is better to purchase waterproofing coating for swimming pools. This material can withstand heavy loads and will last much longer. You can buy it in specialized stores.
After the tire is laid on the prepared place, you need to distribute the film over the bottom and walls of the tire. The film should extend beyond the edges of the tire by about half a meter, which will secure it and prevent the edges from slipping.
After installing the waterproofing, the tire must be filled with water. Under pressure, the film will be evenly distributed over the bottom and walls of the reservoir, and the pond will take on its future shape. After this, it is worth finally distributing and leveling the edges of the film protruding beyond the tire.
Strengthening the pond
To avoid shifting of the tire and strengthen the wrapped film, you need to fill the edges of the recess with sand. This material will also help prevent the growth of weeds near the pond. You should not use crushed stone to strengthen the pond. Sharp stones can damage the waterproofing and it will begin to slide inward.
If you don’t have sand on hand, you can fix the tire with the earth left over after digging the hole.
Pond decoration
After the final installation of the tire, you can start decorating. A flight of fancy will tell you how best to decorate a pond made from a tire with your own hands. Photo original decor pond will help you decide on the search for an idea.
Different materials can be used:
Plants;
Plaster figures.
A pond decorated with stones looks very beautiful. Competently beat them decorative features, you can make a pond that closely resembles a natural body of water. If it is also intended for swimming, then the stones should be placed to a minimum, securely fastening them.
They will look very nice near the pond various plants. They can be planted directly into the soil or placed in pots. When making a pond at your dacha with your own hands from tires, you can stock up on plants growing near rivers or lakes. For example, sedge bushes will look very natural near a pond, and from the branches of which they slide into the water, they will create the impression of a real oasis.
An original addition to the pond design can be small lanterns that charge during the day, and in the evening your pond will play with the reflections of flickering lights.
Tire pond fountain
Making it yourself from tires, you can equip it with a small fountain. To do this, you need to purchase a special pump with different nozzles. When placing it in a pond, the base can be covered with stones. This will create additional filtration and avoid pump clogging.
A fountain installed in a tire pond allows water to for a long time keep fresh. Pumped by a pump, it passes through a special filter and is cleaned. If you want to drain the pond, then it will be enough to connect a special hose to the pump, through which the water will flow outside the pond.
The nozzles in this pump are easy to change, and you can get fountains of various shapes. You can also equip the pump with lighting, which will look very nice in a pond.
What kind of fish can live in a tire pond?
If you really love fish, you can put them in the pond you made. For this it is better to purchase special types fish that can be kept in an aquarium in winter. By contacting a pet store, you can get detailed recommendations By suitable types fish and water care features.
To make the fish comfortable, you can plant algae or other plants that grow in the water in the pond. This will be a great addition to your pond design. Algae can grow in pots that will need to be placed along the bottom of the reservoir.
Tire pond for swimming
Some owners of cottages or houses make a pond from a tire with their own hands for swimming. For such a pond, waste heavy truck tires are used. The bottom of such ponds can be covered with beach sand, which will prevent slipping. The descent into the reservoir can be equipped with steps, and the exit can be small wooden flooring. It is also important to monitor the quality of the water and change it often or use special reagents.
If you want to make your yard or garden beautiful and original, then The best decision- make a tire pond at your dacha with your own hands (the photo below contains one example of such a pond).
Such a pond will become a favorite vacation spot for your loved ones. Since water has a calming effect, a pond can be not only a beautiful, but also a very useful addition to the landscape design of your yard.
The choice of workpiece largely depends on the space that you can allocate on your site for this decorative “highlight”. There is not enough space - a tire from a car, more space - suitable:
- KAMAZ tires;
- rear wheels of the Belarus tractor;
- tire from a 45-ton BELAZ.
Used tires can be found in a tire workshop (free) or at a car company (for symbolic money). An offer of this kind of product can be found on the Internet.
What kind of pond can be built?
Of course, it will not be possible to raise fish in such a pond, but disembark water lilies, marsh mud and floating pondweed, and along the banks - Siberian iris, is quite real.
You can use decorative flagstone to hide the rubber base, set up an alpine slide nearby - and no one will guess about the original basis of your decorative pond.
Photos of mini-reservoirs made from tires with your own hands, which you can make at your dacha with your own hands.
Even such a non-standard pond may be a source of danger for children left unattended.
What will the craftsman need during the work?
Tool:
- shovels (bayonet and shovel);
- building level;
- hacksaw or jigsaw.
Consumables:
- sand;
- crushed stone;
- stones;
- soft sealant;
- plants for decoration.
Creation video artificial pond from car tire with your own hands.
How to move towards results with a suitable tire on hand?
How to make a decorative mini-pond from an old tire with your own hands at your dacha or house plot? Step-by-step instruction with photo:
- on the surface of a leveled area;
- buried one third into the ground;
- buried in the ground over the entire width of the treads.
Another video on how to make a pond with a fountain from a tire.
An interesting addition would be backlight garden lamp on solar powered. During the day it accumulates energy, and in the evening it gives soft light.
- If the bottom of a man-made reservoir is camouflaged with gravel or sand, the water will become cloudy.
- To prevent small animals living in the garden from accidentally dying in the pond, you can place a picturesque snag in it, along which they can get out of the water.
Options for decorative solutions for a tire pond
- You can build from tires of different sizes or equal sizes two ponds, contacting protectors. In progress decorative design over the junction, according to the Russian tradition, to install a bridge from birch logs that have not been cleared of bark - a beam bridge. The bridge can be either plank or even with a railing. It can be purely decorative or part of a garden path.
- If you install one tire in a recess and the other on the surface of the site, you can get two ponds with overflow. An overflow can provide rainwater drainage from the roof or a homemade waterfall.
- Pool from a small tire can even be used to decorate a balcony, loggia, terrace. Lateral surface In this case, the tires are covered (on a waterproof basis) with artificial stone.
- A larger tire will allow you to create splash pool for children. To do this, you need to strengthen the tire as best as possible, preventing possible shifts, and reliably decorate the coastal area with tiles to ensure the safety of walking barefoot. In addition, you will need a pump to filter the water, or replace it periodically.
You can do it by leading to the upper pond, through the thickness of decorative piles of stone, a thin hose with weak pressure water. The flow of water that will fall from the height of the stones will provide an overflow into the lower pool.
Do-it-yourself photo of finished ponds at your dacha or house site made from tires.
If you have a desire to bring beauty into the usual order of your garden and have a used tire at hand, hurry up and you will be surrounded by a decorative pond unusual plants Maybe decorate your garden already this season.
Often, owners of dachas or plots of land want to decorate their properties by making ponds with their own hands from tires. Such a pond, made of tires, undoubtedly becomes good source coolness and pleases the owner himself, as well as his guests, and is a decoration of the entire summer cottage. Just the sight of a pond and its water surface is enough for a person to relax and feel like he’s truly on vacation. However, some, assessing that own plot not so big, they don’t move beyond just a dream. And in vain! This article will show you step by step how to make a pond in your dacha with your own hands from tires or tires.
Place for your mini-reservoir: how to find it
It should be located where it will attract our attention, so you need to choose it very carefully. It is important to follow several rules that will help make your choice successful:
- Your pond should not be constantly in the sun. The best place for the location of the reservoir - partial shade. If this factor is neglected, the plants will wither and the water will bloom.
- A space open to the winds is also not suitable.
- A pond surrounded by trees will quickly fill with fallen leaves and wood dust. Such a pond will need to be cleaned frequently, which will require a lot of effort and time.
It would be great if the pond was located in a place that could be seen from everywhere. Then the entire surrounding landscape will be well reflected in it. When such small bodies of water are located in a lowland, they look much more attractive. Therefore, when you are looking for a place for a pond, try to find such a natural depression in the area. Eat good way find such a site without spending much effort.
The picture shows a place where your pond will not be under the constant rays of the sun, and also which is clearly visible from different sides Previously, you can simulate the location of the future pond by placing a piece polyethylene film in your favorite place. Now walk around it to see what the future mini-reservoir will presumably look like from different angles. If you liked it, then this is it appropriate place.
Where to find a suitable tire
Before you look for the right tire, you need to think about what size pond you need and how deep it is. If there is not enough space at the dacha for a large structure, then just one ramp from the car will be enough. And if the plot of land is large, then to implement this project you need larger tires, with a diameter even higher than a person’s height. For example:
- Ramps from a KamAZ vehicle;
- Tractor wheel "Belarus";
- Tires from BelAZ.
What to do when there is no suitable tire? The one you need can be found at a service station, where there is a lot of rubber that will still have to be disposed of. You can look for used tires at any car depot or ask a neighbor who has a car. Sometimes used tires just lie on the side of the road.
Large slopes like those from Gulliver, Kamaz, BelAZ are not easy to find. Often they are not suitable for our relatively small areas What will your pond look like?
Would you like to have fish in your lake? In a small lake this is hardly possible. But if you have a pond made of a large tire, then you can have, for example, goldfish. But in another case, if the structure is not made for fish, then it can be decorated different plants, pebbles, imitations of animals and others artificial jewelry. In general, it all depends on your taste and imagination.
So that no one guesses how your mini-pond appeared, you need to cover the rubber base well with a stone. You can also add lighting from lamps to the decoration. During the day they collect the energy of the sun, and at night they shine beautifully from the pond.
Mini-pool for children (video)
However, we should not forget that any mini-pond may be unsafe for small children who are left alone near the pond without adults.
Decorating a pond has two sides. When decorating a pond, we think about the aesthetic appearance. But we must remember that children can also become connoisseurs of beauty, who are also attracted by the decor and various figures. Children should not stay near water without adult supervision And now step by step instructions
The success of any undertaking depends on good preparation. Need to collect in advance necessary materials and tools - this will help you not to be distracted once again during your main work.
Step one - collect inventory, prepare materials
Inventory: shovels and large mining shovels, construction level, electric jigsaw or a hacksaw for metal.
Materials: tires, polyethylene or special waterproofing material for pools, sand, crushed stone, large stones for decorating the edges of the pool, plants for landscape design.
When everything you need is collected, proceed to the second step.
Step two - preparing the tire
We first remove dirt from the tire. After this you need to cut off the top part of the slope.
The top of the tire needs to be cut off Step three - digging a hole for the pond
To start digging a hole, you need to level the surface that we have outlined for the reservoir. Also, before starting work, you need to set the depth of the future lake according to the rubber base, as well as the desired appearance.
Dig a hole The rubber base of the reservoir can be:
- Lower to the depth of the entire tread.
- Bury halfway
- Leave most of it on the surface of your site.
We're digging a hole. We make a shape that corresponds to the outer diameter of the tire, with small indentations around the entire circumference to freely lower it to the required depth.
If you do not bury the tire completely in the ground, the remaining bead will protect your pond from sewage.
The hole must be dug taking into account the required “cushion” of sand (about 15 cm). We pre-level the bottom so that the waterproofing gasket is not damaged. If necessary, the sand must be sifted to remove hard lumps and small pebbles in advance. It is important to compact the bottom thoroughly and level it horizontally.
Stages of construction Step four - waterproofing
You can use regular polyethylene, but keep in mind that it is short-lived. After short use, it deteriorates from exposure to sun, water and temperature changes. It is better to take waterproofing for the construction of stationary pools, which is much more practical. It is sold in specialized stores or construction stores. Of course, when using special waterproofing, the cost of your pond will be higher, but the water from it will not leak into the soil. I don’t want it to be like the saying: “The miser pays twice.”
Instead of film, it is better to take waterproofing material How much material is needed? As much as is needed so that the fabric covers the bottom of the tire, adheres to the walls, and so that there is another half meter of film behind the edges of the pool. To ensure that the waterproofing material fits tightly to the bottom and walls, it is best to fill the entire container with water when laying it. It will press on all the internal surfaces of the reservoir and give them the correct shape. Try to straighten the waterproofing material well. To keep it in the desired position, press it down along the edges with large rolled stones.
Decorating a pond with stones Step five - install the walls and bring beauty to the pond
We level the edges of the waterproofing material and sprinkle with sand and screenings. Now the membrane is completely secured and will not move. Sand will be the main material for designing the future reservoir.
Designer tips for installing a tire pond (video)
The distribution of stones will depend on how you want to use your pond.
For swimming and bathing
In order for your project to be built for swimming, the tire must be quite large. Do not overload the banks of this structure with large stones, otherwise swimmers may be harmed. Great option it would be simple to form a platform along the walls.
For decorative purposes
In another case, if the pond is only for design purposes, then you will have to get creative with the distribution of stones and plants and decor, thereby emphasizing the look of your yard and delighting others. Now don't worry about the toothy stones, this will look very impressive.
Decorative pond with a fountain It is advisable to lay stones in rows: large and rounded stones on the bottom, and small stones on top. Miniature, smoothed sea water pebbles will help to beautifully line the bottom of the mini-pond. Sand and gravel are not recommended for use as bottom decoration because the water becomes cloudy and unpleasant in appearance.
Small or medium-sized animals live in every yard. For example: hedgehogs, moles or mice. If you don’t want to see them dead in your pond, then spare no effort and time to find a snag that will add originality to your pond, and, if you’re lucky, it will save the life of some small animal.
Conclusion
Decorating your yard or garden with such an original structure is very simple and does not require large financial expenditures. All you need is a little time, effort and imagination. The work itself will bring you satisfaction, and the result will bring joy to you and your loved ones.
Jacuzzi made from a tire (video)
On a personal plot? A pond is not only a way to create a certain style and beauty, but also an opportunity to feel cool on a hot summer day. It is not necessary to create complex hydraulic structures. Sometimes the presence of even the smallest pond made of tires is enough.
How to make a tire pond with your own hands
To make a tire pond, you first need to decide on its location. The best option there will be a flat area, without stones, bushes, holes and mounds.
Important ! If there is no such free area on the site for the installation of a pond, then you will have to start clearing the plot of land that is available.
It is also worth thinking carefully about what size the pond should be. Depending on this, you will need to select a tire with appropriate parameters. Interesting idea- this is to make a complex of small ponds that are located in in a certain order on the same territory.
It is worth deciding on the design of the future reservoir, as well as exactly how it will be located on the site. Perhaps the tire pond will be deepened into the soil, or maybe it will be an above-ground structure. In any case, such nuances should be thought through in advance so that you can choose the right decor and carefully prepare everything necessary materials for work.
Correct location of the pond on the site
The creation of a pond must have some reason. It is irrational and even a little stupid to make a pond just like that, for no reason. It is much better and more practical if an artificial reservoir carries not only decorative function, but also has practical significance.
A pond can become not just a garden decoration, but also create a comfortable area around it for relaxation and children's entertainment. A decoratively designed pond is a highlight in your garden that can highlight a certain style of the surrounding landscape.
The tire pond must be located in such a place that it can be viewed from any point on the site.
In order to do right choice location of the reservoir, it is worth considering several nuances:
- dimensions of the site;
- landscape relief;
- shape and size of the pond;
- soil structure and the presence of groundwater in it.
The size of a reservoir can be significantly influenced by the need for additional materials and work, for example, on arranging a fountain or lighting.
As practice shows, for a pond it is better to choose a dark place so that straight Sun rays did not provoke the proliferation of bacteria and microorganisms in the water. It is also worth considering the fact that if an artificial reservoir is constantly located directly under the sun, open area, then the water from it will simply begin to evaporate, and the base will peel and crack.
Advice ! Before choosing a place to install a pond, observe solar activity during the day to understand where direct sunlight is least present during the day.
A good location for a pond, when it is visible from all corners of the site, from the windows of a house or gazebo. This is very important when there are small children in the family, so you can easily monitor how the kids play near the pond.
If the installation of a pond involves hidden lighting or a fountain, then you should make sure in advance that the electrical connection is not too far from the pond.
What kind of tire is needed for a pond?
To choose the right tire, you should know the exact dimensions of the future reservoir. If you plan to install a small pond, then using a tire from a car will be sufficient. If the site area allows, then using a tire from a KamAZ truck, tractor or bus, you can build a fairly large pond.
Where to buy tires to create a pond
The easiest way is to go to auto repair shops, where used car tires can be purchased for pennies. Another place where you can buy tires for little money is the repair shops of any car company. You can also search for a suitable option through private advertisements.
Tools for arranging a pond
To make the work easy and simple, you should prepare the necessary tools in advance:
- metal hacksaw or jigsaw;
- roulette;
- shovel;
- level.
The existing tire is thoroughly cleaned of dirt and washed. Use a sharp file or jigsaw to cut off the top of the tire. Then the height and diameter of the tire are measured to determine how deep it can be dug into the ground. The dug hole should be slightly wider than the size of the tire. This allows you to firmly lay and secure the waterproofing.
Another important condition quality work is a perfectly flat base. These indicators must be checked using a level. If you ignore this condition, the water in the tire will be filled unevenly.
Advice ! To avoid polluting the reservoir, the tire should be located slightly higher than ground level.
We waterproof the tire
To prevent water from leaking into the ground, you should special attention consider laying a waterproofing layer along the bottom of the future pond. The simplest and affordable way- This is the use of polyethylene film. Despite its availability, film is a very unreliable material, as it tears very easily and does not withstand loads well. As a last resort, you can use polyethylene in several layers, but still, if possible, it is better to use another material for waterproofing.
In stores and markets you can purchase modern waterproofing material for swimming pools. It is much stronger, more durable and more practical to use. Protective layer The tires are laid along the bottom and walls after they have been placed in the prepared pit. Waterproofing material should protrude beyond the edges of the future pond by about 50 cm, this will prevent it from sliding after filling the reservoir with water.
After the reservoir is filled, the waterproofing will finally take its shape, and the excess can be carefully wrapped.
Strengthening the pond
To prevent the tire from moving and the film from unfolding, the edges of the hole should be covered with sand or small crushed stone. Such a reception will good remedy in the fight against weeds that grow near the reservoir. If you don’t have sand or crushed stone, you can use the soil that remains after digging a hole for the tire.
Pond decoration
So that the artificial pond not only fits well into the existing landscape, but also becomes a decoration personal plot, it needs to be decorated decoratively. For these purposes use:
- planting plants on the bottom of a reservoir. To do this, special containers with flowers are placed on supplies located at the base of the reservoir;
- plants in pots and tubs are placed along the shore of the pond. The advantage of this method of decoration is the ability to constantly modify the surrounding area around the pond, alternately installing tubs with a wide variety of exotic plants;
- the presence of bright decorative fish in the pond;
- do beautiful compositions from natural stones.
Advice ! To make a composition of stones more harmonious, it is worth alternating stones of different sizes and shapes.
Is it possible to use a tire pond for swimming?
Very often, tires from trucks BelAZ. The bottom of such tires is covered with sand, and the climbing ladder and the surface near the tires are equipped with wooden boards.
To ensure that the water is suitable for swimming and does not stagnate, special reagents are used to purify the water. This swimming pond can become a relaxing place for the whole family.
Conclusion
As practice shows, a tire pond is not only very original, but also quite simple to implement. Using a seemingly unusable element, you can make it not just beautiful, but also very useful thing for your personal plot.
Some useful tips, we will learn how to make a pond from a tire in the next video