Decorative well in the country: with our own hands we create

In many suburban areas and summer cottages where a central water supply system is not provided, the only source of fresh water for cooking and watering is a well. Given that the source is usually installed in a prominent place and is considered part of the overall landscape, then, of course, I want it to have an attractive appearance and be an element of the decor of the entire site.

Types and methods of decorative design of summer wells today are amazing, the main thing is, before starting work, determine its style, clearly designate the design and acquire the necessary building and finishing material.

Types and varieties

The concept of a well means a mine, the depth of which is determined by the depth of the nearby aquifer that provides the necessary quantity and quality of fresh water. The function is to deliver fresh water to the surface. Depending on the terrain and features of the landscape, the design may differ.

By design, we can conditionally distinguish two types:

• Russian well;
• shadouf

The Russian well is a shaft, the rise of water, from which it is carried out by an ordinary bucket with the help of rotation mounted on drum supports with a metal cable or rope fixed on it.

As a rule, a special handle or wheel is installed in the end parts of the drum for easy rotation. This type is used in cases where the level of the aquifer is at a depth of 8 to 40 meters.

The well of the “shaduf” type (it is also called the “crane” in the common people, see photo), has recently been used extremely rarely. Previously, it was actively used to lift water from wells up to 8 meters deep, its design is very quickly and simply made by hand. The process of lifting fluid is carried out through levers.

Decoration Materials

Before creating a decorative well in the country, it is necessary to determine its style, and select the materials used, having first got acquainted with their features.

For decoration, you can use materials such as:

• tree;
• natural stone (granite, pebble, limestone);
• decorative brick;
• plastic (siding, wall paneling, polycarbonate).

Tip! The well can be made both in the form of a separate tip and with an additional shed, which prevents precipitation and surface debris from entering the mine.

Modern mines of such sources are made of reinforced concrete rings, which are stacked on each other along the entire height of the well. The overhanging part of the shaft is called the tip.

Well with a house

Typically, decorative wells for the suburban area are equipped with a canopy in the form of a house, this gives the source of additional elegance and at the same time serves as a protection for the tip and openings of the mine.

Most commonly used houses of two types:

• a gazebo;
• tent

Arbor assumes the presence of a small foundation around the source, which has walls, roof and windows.

The tent is made in the form of a roof of various shapes, which is installed on two or more pillars dug into the ground. The tent has no foundation and walls.

Decorative styles

Before decorating the well in the country, it is necessary to determine its style. The well should ideally fit into the surrounding landscape and will not differ in style from the main structure.

Today, there are several basic design options, such as:

• rustic design;
• Oriental;
• modern or modern;
• "Well-image".

Rustic design

This type of design is determined by the materials used and the surrounding design.

To organize a rustic style, you must follow such rules as:

• natural materials for the well (stone, wood) in various colors;
• around the head, a platform of pebbles, stone, cobblestones;
• the roof of the well should have the same coverage as the roof of the main building;
• ordinary flowers (petunia, marigold, zinnia) are planted around the well;
• preferably near the source to install a wooden bench.

Oriental design

Arranging decorative wells for giving in the oriental style, it is important to follow the rules of this direction:

• material is only natural wood, it is possible to use small pebbles or stone;
• must have thematic talismans. They can be used as an independent exhibit, and in the design elements;
• the roof is spherical with characteristic folds up on the lower base;
• the roof lining is made of soft and small tiles;
• It is desirable to decorate the surrounding area with coniferous trees (pine, juniper).

Modern

Non-natural decorative materials are used for the modern style. It is much easier to work with them and their price is much lower. This style has no restrictions on the forms and is determined only by the material used.

To comply with it, it is enough to follow some criteria:

• use of modern material (polycarbonate, tile, glass, profile sheets, siding panels, metal, brick);
• the tip is usually laid out with a decorative stone or red brick; (See also the article Ogolovok borehole: design features.)
• support for a canopy made of a metal profile with decorative, forged elements;
• nearby set metal shop with wooden flooring or BBQ.

Well image

These types of wells are usually exclusively decorative in nature and are set to decorate the site. However, this style can also be used for arranging the source.

The bottom line is to create a miniature image of a fabulous teremka or mill. Often this method does not have a strict design style and only the master’s fantasy comes into play. (See also the article Decorative cover on the well: how to make yourself.)

Conclusion

This instruction will be useful to you in order to decide on the style and materials when arranging your own well. It is advisable to adhere to the basic requirements of each style, but it is important to remember that the best stylist is your own imagination, thanks to which you will create a unique structure.

It will not be superfluous to watch the video in this article.