When arranging a garden on a varied, sloping terrain, it is worth looking for unusual and non-obvious solutions, allowing for an additional surprise effect, as well as for obtaining a unique space. One of them isstream in the gardenThe difference in levels is a perfect excuse for creating not only a typical pond, but also a closed brook with cascades, water steps and quiet coves. Seehow to make a stream in the gardento make it look aesthetically pleasing and allow the water to flow for many years.
A stream in the garden with cascades, steps and quiet coves
The greater the slope and cross-sectional areaof the garden jet trough , the more efficient the pump will be needed to ensure the proper operation of the system. A slope of 1-2% and a depth of between 10 and 30 cm is quite sufficient (also for safety reasons, especially for the youngest garden users). Places with a greater slope should be shaped with a minimum cross-section, while with flattening, wide pools can be used.
Regardless of the shape and size, a foil for ponds, preferably of the EPDM type, will be the basic element ensuring tightness. However, already in the case of marking out and fillingthe trough of the garden brook , the number of possible resources seems almost unlimited.
To mark outthe edges of the brook bedpalisades are perfect. This solution seems obvious. However, it is not the only one. Other methods, e.g.forming retaining walls.
A brook in the garden - Libet Completto palisades and stair slabs as well as Libet Patio decorative stone and grit are enough to mark the stream bed
The height of the palisades can be adjusted to the successive steps of the stream. The same palisades delimit the raised bed and the lawn in the background. The whole thing is very effective.
Traditional gravel will probably be used as the basic bedding for the troughof a brook in the garden elements forming water steps. We are talking mainly about split palisades, terrace slabs and stair blocks.
The foil lining the stream bed can be hidden either under a decorative stone or under terrace slabs overhanging the water surface. In the photo there is a path along the stream lined with Toscania plates from the Libet Impressio series.
In the case ofa brook in the garden , where they will not be exposed to heavy loads, there is no need to attach them to the ground. However, you should be very careful when laying, so as not to expose the foil to tearing with sharp edges of the elements. The proper preparation of the soil under the foil, its profiling and compaction will also have a huge impact on the tightness and durability of the entire structure. Particular attention should be paid to the places where the steps are to be located. The ground there should be perfectly flat so as to ensure even load on the entire surface of the element. This is to minimize the risk of damaging the foil.
Impressive water terrace made of Venetia and Travertine tiles from the Libet Impressio series
Another extremely important aspect of designing water reservoirs in the garden is the development of the shores. The foil protruding from the water is not a very attractive element, so it is worth covering it.Of course, you can simply cover it with gravel, but the obvious solutions are not always the best. Terrace tiles slightly overhanging the water surface can also be an excellent method. In this case, however, they must be glued to the previously prepared concrete screed, which will provide them with stability and protect against accidental falling.
Planninga stream in the gardenand the development of the plot with slopes may be quite a challenge. At the same time, it offers great opportunities for a very attractive design. Nevertheless, it is worth making such an attempt, knowing how perfect the effect can be achieved in this way.
