DIY Glass Waterfall

I give you an overview in the video, but a written step by step tutorial can be found here: http://www.ibuildit.ca/other%20projects/water-feature-1.html I ran into a free piece of glass with my company's logo sandblasted into the back, so I took it home and started to figure out how to turn it into a waterfall.

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I give you an overview in the video, but a written step by step tutorial can be found here: http://www.ibuildit.ca/other%20projects/water-feature-1.html I ran into a free piece of glass with my company's logo sandblasted into the back, so I took it home and started to figure out how to turn it into a waterfall.

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Shruthi t
Shruthi t - 7 years ago
Thank you so much..this video was very helpful..I've been searching for a water feature tutorial since few days and no one explained it the way you did.Thank you once again
MARILYN KAULULAAU
MARILYN KAULULAAU - 7 years ago
absolutely love this. Been trying to figure out a way to make one of these and you just helped me to do that for a womens conference I have coming up. Thanks so much! Also want to make one for myself...be blessed.
Tony Garcia
Tony Garcia - 7 years ago
That's cool!
Sacred Journey The Spirit Way
Sacred Journey The Spirit Way - 7 years ago
Tinker Bell Awesome!
zaenal arifin
zaenal arifin - 7 years ago
Mantap banget.... Im from indonesia
Mark Fridge
Mark Fridge - 7 years ago
You are so hot and awesome
Freedom Keeper
Freedom Keeper - 7 years ago
April, Awesome project! In fact, I'm inspired to build one myself.
Lance Dooley
Lance Dooley - 7 years ago
Looks amazing!!! Not only smart but dam she is cute too. Keep up the great work. :)
Captain Cobb
Captain Cobb - 7 years ago
What a woman! I love all your videos.

10. comment for DIY Glass Waterfall

Antonio Ordaz Ramirez
Antonio Ordaz Ramirez - 7 years ago
Excelente trabajo como todos los que haces, eres una mujer muy especial con alto sentido de creatividad, felicidades y gracias por compartir tus videos.
Michal Luptak
Michal Luptak - 7 years ago
si dobrá
Thanakrit's vlog and buddha videos
Thanakrit's vlog and buddha videos - 7 years ago
do u have it this in 2017? and is it still working
nmmn bong
nmmn bong - 7 years ago
I love it! I too make waterfalls but I never tried the glass feature before. Great work
Danesha Barlow
Danesha Barlow - 7 years ago
Can you custom make one for me? lol : )
Layth Assaf
Layth Assaf - 7 years ago
free
Mario Raines
Mario Raines - 7 years ago
this is amazing...you have given me the perfect setup for mine. im building this for my fire pit room
Rakesh Jangid
Rakesh Jangid - 7 years ago
soon will make one.
bransonhauntedhills
bransonhauntedhills - 7 years ago
Wow...you really started out with some harder projects. I love the fountain!
Andresyah Andre
Andresyah Andre - 7 years ago
great

20. comment for DIY Glass Waterfall

whatchdis69
whatchdis69 - 7 years ago
Super cool build!
انور عبد العزيز
انور عبد العزيز - 7 years ago
ماهو الجديد
Ryan McReynolds
Ryan McReynolds - 7 years ago
Very nice, thanks for the description
Scott Simpson
Scott Simpson - 7 years ago
Nice work April!  Very helpful tip about how to position the water flow up top.  We are going to be tackling one of these but on a larger scale very soon.   thanks!
Gregory Messer
Gregory Messer - 7 years ago
Again sorry I can't post only reply to someone's post.
Nice job April, on the glass waterfall.
I have watched quite a few of your vids and must compliment you on being articulate and well informed.
Do you have a lot of retakes or are you a natural at what you do.
Keep on making DIY videos. You have helped a lot of people.
Greg Messer.
m.r MouAd
m.r MouAd - 7 years ago
try to make small than that
Imran Shaikh
Imran Shaikh - 7 years ago
I love you ! April... I am totally building this..
Brandon
Brandon - 7 years ago
Thank you for the video. You did a very good job and gave me ideas to use. You also have a nice smile. Take care!
Dania Alayoubi
Dania Alayoubi - 7 years ago
really nice i am nana make one with rock :)
Patrick Wood
Patrick Wood - 7 years ago
You are who I hope my daughter grows up to be.
salaen salah
salaen salah - 7 years ago
Thank youuuuuuuu

30. comment for DIY Glass Waterfall

Chris Ward
Chris Ward - 7 years ago
quality April. gives me a great idea for my decked area beside the hot tub
salaen salah
salaen salah - 7 years ago
very beautiful i love it ------ im from iraq
vinnie beer
vinnie beer - 7 years ago
how much will it cost ?
Abdullah Bhatti
Abdullah Bhatti - 7 years ago
Hello
I need some help from you regarding water wall
Can you plz contact me ..?
Serge Cheval
Serge Cheval - 7 years ago
Hello I do not speak english. I find your work supper. I noticed that for the work of strength a man helps you. But what matters is the intelligence of the hands for this super work, again Bravo
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CALVETPINTORS CALVET
CALVETPINTORS CALVET - 7 years ago
hola april te escribo de barcelona spain sigo tus videos me gustan saludos carpenter woman jjaa
raoul jardine
raoul jardine - 7 years ago
This came out really nice.Thanks for posting.
sheltienoodles
sheltienoodles - 7 years ago
Nice work and just what I was looking for to add some humidity to my rooms. Thanks April...
Chris McCormick
Chris McCormick - 7 years ago
This is a rather interesting Video the first one ive seen of yours and im impressed.. Have you considered adding a BGR multi color changing led strip to your waterfall? I Really like the video im going to check out more of yours.. thanks. for the video
fallen angel
fallen angel - 7 years ago
Those are my initials.
Dan Corona
Dan Corona - 7 years ago
Nice water feature. I've seen other sandblasted glass projects with the mini LED light strips. That keeps the project a little cleaner with hidden lights. Great Job! I enjoy all of your videos. Keep up the good work.
Hussen Al_sltany
Hussen Al_sltany - 7 years ago
عاشت ايدج خاله وربي يوفقج
Cottage Gypsies
Cottage Gypsies - 7 years ago
very nice job!!!! well done
agnostico egiziano
agnostico egiziano - 7 years ago
i love every thing in this video don't you need an assistant for free?:)
edward vargo
edward vargo - 7 years ago
Amazing job! I want one.
John Yallah
John Yallah - 7 years ago
Beautiful
adkchip1
adkchip1 - 7 years ago
very nice April!
as always, this was well planned and nicely executed.
Jens König
Jens König - 8 years ago
Stark April
Tim
Tim"s Brew"s - 8 years ago
Great job nice work.....
Alejandro Muñoz Muñoz
Alejandro Muñoz Muñoz - 8 years ago
April Wilkerson Hola como estas soy de Chile un gran saludo
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 8 years ago
Thank you
Aniket Patil
Aniket Patil - 8 years ago
waht Raw material required ?
which Liquids use for to avoid formation of any algae ?
Maintenance time period? ,
if water Pump used Working mechanism and working principle

50. comment for DIY Glass Waterfall

Tom Anderson
Tom Anderson - 8 years ago
very nice
descargasdenia descargasdenia
descargasdenia descargasdenia - 8 years ago
no es uno de sus mejores trabajos
Manuel Benye
Manuel Benye - 8 years ago
April I am Emmanuel from Nigeria, I just want you to know that what you do here is really inspiring and as for this glass waterfall project, its really brilliant.
Jonathan Van Huis
Jonathan Van Huis - 8 years ago
do you have the specs on the pump you used? Great work.
Ateninetoo Si-mono
Ateninetoo Si-mono - 8 years ago
excellent. From an engineering perspective...Am just shopping around for ideas for a water feature for myself, yours is about the right size, thanks for thinking through things like how to set up the pvc holes...you've done fine work, truly inspiring.
vonries
vonries - 8 years ago
Great Job! Really top notch.
Dave Dietz
Dave Dietz - 8 years ago
Beautiful job April !!
Fajar Syah
Fajar Syah - 8 years ago
April..aku suka kamu karena makin mantap aja idenya
Will Patterson
Will Patterson - 8 years ago
Thanks I was going in the wrong direction and you put my back on track You are awesome!
edward leathem
edward leathem - 8 years ago
Watched your video looks great, but was wondering if you are able to get LED cable lights and run that around and in the caps as they are waterproof and would light up from 3 sides and would be hidden away, just a thought but still it looks great
telsayMagrue
telsayMagrue - 8 years ago
Anyone know what parts to use for the connection between the flexible hose and the PVC? Thanks.
edward vargo
edward vargo - 7 years ago
telsayMagrue- Just ask someone at your hardware store when you are gonna buy the materials.
ilyes1974
ilyes1974 - 8 years ago
great job,is simple but very nice ,
METRO BPG
METRO BPG - 8 years ago
wow nice
dan van
dan van - 8 years ago
I love your videos, you 're a beautiful girl I congratulate very good job
craig blackwood
craig blackwood - 8 years ago
Engineering 101. Well done! What was the total weight without water?
bluesadness bluesadness
bluesadness bluesadness - 8 years ago
beatiful job
rateng
rateng - 8 years ago
wow its just simple n lovely i think will build one thanks alot for the video
Sukhpal Sandhu
Sukhpal Sandhu - 8 years ago
i like that, good job human, you are a woodworker
Russ Bohman
Russ Bohman - 8 years ago
Would that glass etching stuff from hobby lobby work on your dubya sign instead of a dremel?
joko luttfh
joko luttfh - 8 years ago
good
opticschief
opticschief - 8 years ago
Nice job young lady. Good tips and construction features. Thanks for posting.
Rae Peralta
Rae Peralta - 8 years ago
WOW! Great job! I'm inspired!
naomi Hernandez
naomi Hernandez - 8 years ago
Can you show us how to do a small
Felix House
Felix House - 8 years ago
great project! what water pump did you use?
www.WaterfallNow.com
www.WaterfallNow.com - 8 years ago
cool!
Matthew Bennett
Matthew Bennett - 8 years ago
This is an awesome project! Thank you.
John W. Peterson
John W. Peterson - 8 years ago
Great job April. You are sharp.
HighVoltsEntertainment
HighVoltsEntertainment - 8 years ago
You Named your waterfall April????
HighVoltsEntertainment
HighVoltsEntertainment - 8 years ago
+April Wilkerson LOL well you said this is April at the start of your video.....
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 8 years ago
ummm, sure.
Dr. Death
Dr. Death - 8 years ago
Seen a couple of your videos. Good job, very creative stuff. In the winter, I build cedar log furniture. Bar stools, Bars, beds, dressers, night stands, gun cabinets and pool tables. Hey, what do you think of those Triton tools?
CUdetoom
CUdetoom - 8 years ago
April, your smile is contagious, really like your happiness with your work accomplishments !!
MrGraygrizz
MrGraygrizz - 8 years ago
April, I wonder if you used softened, or distilled water, if that would help the waters clarity?....(don't know if you have hard water there or not?).....just a thought.....Nice job!
AL's PRETTY CREATION's
AL's PRETTY CREATION's - 8 years ago
NICE VIDEO !
Javier Dominguez
Javier Dominguez - 8 years ago
wish u could of shown the inside of it.
Kumail Jafri
Kumail Jafri - 8 years ago
wow!
Amr Megahed
Amr Megahed - 8 years ago
I love this project
don't leave your garage
you can turn sand to gold
Darrel Hanzon
Darrel Hanzon - 8 years ago
Love your water fall and especially the pleasant and easy way you present it. Thanks and keep them coming.
mgd mgd
mgd mgd - 8 years ago
wow
Chuck Spires
Chuck Spires - 8 years ago
In the first part of this video. You have a great smile on your face. Your looking at that piece with sparkles in your eyes and a devilish grin on your lips and your cheeks are even flush. Does it make your husband jealous. lol
MultiTask
MultiTask - 8 years ago
Shes beautiful...
Bear Cat
Bear Cat - 8 years ago
Great video! That waterfall is so cool! I knew they weren't that hard to make... but you make it look like a snap.
Keep up the good work!
Darjk00
Darjk00 - 8 years ago
Awesome video and build, April! Wish I had found this earlier as it would of helped me avoid a few issues with my own that I'm just now starting to wrap up.. but you've still helped me with the water distribution. I have a similar PVC set up to you but I wasn't sure how to make the cuts, whether to do long strips, or whether to just drill holes. Having seen this I'm definitely going to take your advice and drill holes angling them up. Out of curiosity, what LPM / GPM pump did you use for this?
Sue K
Sue K - 8 years ago
Great job on the project. It looks so cool. I really like watching your videos.
Raul Romo
Raul Romo - 8 years ago
that's a really nice design. great job April !!!
TheSkydiverphoenix
TheSkydiverphoenix - 8 years ago
I think this is one of your best projects.. Well done.. I think that would look great in a front office...
Rustom Kambata
Rustom Kambata - 8 years ago
Great project April. Very neatly presented too. Compliments to the video operator too. One suggestion for lighting the glass, if you could place an LED strip lighting on the top or even along any one side directly in contact with the edge of the glass pane; it will enhance the lighting effect & as a bonus, the top & sides covers would then be very slim. Great waterfall! Adding the odd plastic plant could possibly add to the beauty. Additionally those color changing christmas LED lights would also add some more variety. Best Xmas wishes.
abo hassan
abo hassan - 8 years ago
Akinyemi Akinkugbe
Akinyemi Akinkugbe - 8 years ago
thanks for the video
Paco Pepe
Paco Pepe - 8 years ago
I really like your work April
bijay prajapati
bijay prajapati - 9 years ago
Hi April, lovely work
the water is going from back or the from the the glass can't really see it
I wanted to try building it
cheers
John Witherspoon
John Witherspoon - 9 years ago
Hey April great videos. Would you be able to use a piece of plexi glass in place of the "real" glass and still get the same effect? I was thinking of doing that and the simply etching my design in the plexi using a dremel
John Witherspoon
John Witherspoon - 9 years ago
+April Wilkerson Thanks! I was thinking of making getting a small piece and trying it. I figured etching it on the back would be the best bet so the front was smooth for the water.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 9 years ago
I honestly don't know. This was my first time to try something like this. I can tell you that in order for the water to run down smoothly over the glass, it has to be VERY clean and flawless. So I would think the plexiglass wouldn't work as well, but again I can't say for certain. If you were to etch in a design, it would need to be done on the back so the front surface remained smooth.

100. comment for DIY Glass Waterfall

Scott L
Scott L - 9 years ago
April, what ever become of this project? I really like it and I would like to know how it holding up.
Holy cow your shop looks so different now, when compared to this video.
SpiritBear12
SpiritBear12 - 8 years ago
+April Wilkerson
What?! I have to tell you, my heart sank a bit when you told Scott your company didn't even want to look at it. What a horrible attitude! You must have felt like you were kicked in the stomach. I know I would have felt that way if I put so much time and effort into a project for some one and they didn't even care to see it. I'm sorry they treated you like that April, that was seriously crappy of them.
The hell with them. They obviously don't deserve such a nice gesture. I would have taken out their piece of glass, got another piece of glass and etched my own logo on it, reinstall it and kept the fountain for myself!!!
Then I'd drop a dumbbell on their piece of glass to break it, put all the shards in a cardboard box and dump the box at the boss's door as I announce that I quit their company. I'm not usually vindictive, but something like that would have pissed me off deeply.
Well, onward to better things, I say! Leave them behind in the dust.
You go, girl!
MrJustDIY
MrJustDIY - 8 years ago
+April Wilkerson I'm happy your out of that company then. You did a great job on it.
Scott L
Scott L - 9 years ago
+April Wilkerson ... they wouldn't even look at it ? That seems very disrespectful. I'm not sure what type of company it was, however, I would have thought the waterfall would have looked good in their entryway.
Funny how, now, you have companies that sponsor you. Given your rising fame, I wonder if the company you made that for has any regrets now... ?
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 9 years ago
The company I made it for (the company I use to work for) wouldn't even allow me to bring it up for them to look at. So I ended up burning the project. It was a waste and a shame.
Sarah Martinez
Sarah Martinez - 9 years ago
where did you get the pump from and how many vaults dose it have
Colin Richardson
Colin Richardson - 9 years ago
No rotting of the wood?
Richard Cowtails
Richard Cowtails - 9 years ago
that's awesome April!
ShivaShankar Reddy
ShivaShankar Reddy - 9 years ago
so nice.. so beautiful waterfall
David Ghrouf
David Ghrouf - 9 years ago
all I can to say is u wonderful
Bill Rolfe
Bill Rolfe - 9 years ago
Great job.
George Khabbaz Moussa
George Khabbaz Moussa - 9 years ago
marry me please jeje
shivam Kumar Verma
shivam Kumar Verma - 9 years ago
thankuman..,a perfect tutorial.
Mam , How can I make aqua graphic water curtain for my final year project ? Plz give me some idea or aproaches.
Sunil Pandey CADPOINT Allahabad
Sunil Pandey CADPOINT Allahabad - 9 years ago
Thanks
nada mir
nada mir - 9 years ago
Thus is exactly that I was looking for for like 5months.. A perfect tutorial!
Thank you soo much!
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 9 years ago
: ) Good I'm glad.
FragmentCrossing
FragmentCrossing - 9 years ago
Agreed. Very informative. Also love how proud you are of your hard work and successful outcome.
southernmedicine1987
southernmedicine1987 - 9 years ago
Whats the flow rate of the pump?
skips_builds S
skips_builds S - 9 years ago
Hey April...This was a really awesome project!  At my sign company we use glass etch vinyl which looks like real etching. We cut it with a plotter but it could be hand cut with a hobby knife or scissors. I'll have to try it to see how it holds up continuously under water but it could be a cheap option.
skips_builds S
skips_builds S - 9 years ago
That would work. I figured there would be condensation on the back but I have used it a lot on windshields with no problems. Pretty durable stuff so I think it would hold up
Matt Browning
Matt Browning - 9 years ago
Just cut it in reverse and apply to the back side?
Norm E
Norm E - 9 years ago
April, I was thinking about painting a picture on the glass until you said it had to be clean.  Wondering if anyone has tried painting and still had good water flow across the glass.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 9 years ago
You can certainly paint something, but do it on the back and not the front. It might be hard because you'll be painting the image reverse, but if you paint the surface where the water is flowing it will not flow evenly.
LynxProd
LynxProd - 9 years ago
This may be the coolest thing I've ever seen you put together! Your husband is a lucky man.
Daniel Ellis
Daniel Ellis - 9 years ago
Try water proof leds that change color on amazon. Really cheap btw
Charless Hunt
Charless Hunt - 9 years ago
April Wilkerson you are beautiful  and like to watch your videos
Charles guyton
Charles guyton - 9 years ago
THANK YOU SOOO MUCH!!!! I have been trying to find someone to explain this plainly. This video is gold!
rafael garcias
rafael garcias - 9 years ago
que mujer mas hermosa
Brian Vaughn
Brian Vaughn - 9 years ago
The company is going to want that piece of glass back (With the extras you put on it) now that you made that beautiful waterfall.
per sebra
per sebra - 9 years ago
Lovely. The sound of it makes me want to go to the bathroom, though.....
Lori Farrell
Lori Farrell - 9 years ago
I'm inspired to make a scaled down version. You're talented...can't wait to see your next project.
kreepykoopa
kreepykoopa - 9 years ago
I think LED light along the glass top would look better then the lights, just my two cents. Love it though!
RYDELL STYLE
RYDELL STYLE - 9 years ago
Wow. That is Freaking Amazing.  I was looking for How To Videos on building a Water Wall.  But this is much much much better and nicer than that.  And your step by step instructions are incredible. I want to build a bigger one that mounts on the wall. The base cant be that deep though. I probably have just over 1 foot in depth to play with, but about 4 feet wide.  If you are available, I would love to have any instruction or advice that you can give me.  I can give you the dimensions of what I would like to build.  

Please let me know.

Thank you.

Rydell.
Matt Kerr
Matt Kerr - 9 years ago
+RYDELL STYLE Just a check on John's math. Water comes in at 8 pounds per gallon, so that would actually be 240 pounds. Be careful with the wall mount.
RYDELL STYLE
RYDELL STYLE - 9 years ago
+john shailer
Thank you John. I appreciate the input and advice. Trust me. I thought about that and I am still investigating. I am going to mount this on the wall and even with that I will probably add either legs or a base underneath, just not as wide. Thankfully I have a friend who is a wood worker and welder who can give me some advice and also build whatever support(s) I will need. It will be a 4x5 glass waterfall. I will keep you informed and pics as I build and drive myself crazy with this. LOL. Thanks again for your input.
john shailer
john shailer - 9 years ago
+RYDELL STYLE a 1' x 4'  volume will hold 4 cubic feet of water, times 7.48 gallons/cf = 30 gal.  be forewarned: that volume of water weighs 62 pounds...enjoy
TheGEODEAHOLIC
TheGEODEAHOLIC - 9 years ago
nicely done, you might wanna add a little bleach to the water tub to discourage algae forming on the glass.
Alexis Duran
Alexis Duran - 9 years ago
I love watching your videos and you are very beautiful :)
popey hithard
popey hithard - 9 years ago
U,re a GODS gift ,there should be a law that all females are April Wilkerson,s so that every man has his one woodshop mate.work and share together that,s a man,s dream.Next time someone said to me woman can,t do such things i,ll show them that they are wrong and tell about u.   greetings and keep up the good job.     Carl form the Netherlands.
johnny benavides
johnny benavides - 9 years ago
what kind of pump did you use?
Jacob Traudt
Jacob Traudt - 9 years ago
what if algy clogs the piping how would you clean it
?
John Hamilton
John Hamilton - 9 years ago
April...I'm blown away....this is awesome. You are just like my wife...(she can do anything she sets her mind to)...she like you is an amazingly creative person. This is one of your coolest projects to date. I'm excited...no doubt, many more great projects to come!
Aleksandra Vannoli
Aleksandra Vannoli - 9 years ago
you are amazing ...well done!
pamela parker
pamela parker - 9 years ago
you rock!!!!!
Sarah Corbett
Sarah Corbett - 9 years ago
Awesome!  My husband is thinking about building this kind of structure, but on a slightly bigger scale - as a half wall.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 9 years ago
Do it! That's how I got the idea to do this one. I went to a restaurant where they had a waterfall wall.
Jasmine Jackson
Jasmine Jackson - 9 years ago
I love this!!! Thank you so much for sharing this!!!! I am so glad I came across this. You are great!!!
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 9 years ago
: ) haha, thank you Jasmine. That's kind of you.
Brian Jones
Brian Jones - 9 years ago
Way cool build. It makes me wonder if you could use acrylic instead of glass and mount leds in the acrylic on the bottom. hmmm.... I really enjoyed the video. It looks really good. Great work.
shouri ghawas
shouri ghawas - 9 years ago
You are one of a kind, love all you work, am my self do stuff as a hobby but don't have workshop or basement , just some handyman tools, thanks and you are great ,
kenjilude01
kenjilude01 - 9 years ago
hi how are u ? i like ur waterfall it looks nice. so i decided i make one for my company. everything turn out great, but there is only one problem. the holes on the pvc pipe shoot out the water, the water shoot out good on the glass,  but the water seen to stick or stay at the hole then it start dripping and hit the rock make the floor wet. do u have any ideal why it does that. thank you 
Samaritan Solutions Website & Graphic Design
Samaritan Solutions Website & Graphic Design - 9 years ago
April I'm so beyond impressed with your handygirl skills!  Your video has MUCH more detail on the how to than all the others on here.  Would you mind answering a question if you have a minute?..  It sounds as if when the flex tubing was used over the 90 it was bad for some reason because it pooled up on top of the pump, however I'm totally clueless as to why this would be bad??   Again very impressive videos!  You put some of us guys to shame!  haha   : )
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 9 years ago
Well thanks. : ) The reason it was bad was because the water would run back on the flex tube and all the way back down to the base of the sides. So it was running along the 2x4 that was holding the piece of glass and then pooling on the surface of the base. Even though I put two coats of protection on the wood, it was sloppy and since there was a fix, I decided to use it. ; )
Jeff Martinez
Jeff Martinez - 9 years ago
April, do your projects come from the need to decorate your house or do you just have a very creative/artistic mind? I would have never thought to make a waterfall out of the glass you got from work. Thank you.
Jeff Martinez
Jeff Martinez - 9 years ago
Well that was very cool that you did save it from the trash.  I was just trying to get into the head of "April Wilkerson" to see is you were the instant artistic type or if you were more like me, "it'll come to later" type.  Thanks for responding, and for your great work that you post, I really appreciate you April.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 9 years ago
Yes most of my projects come from the need to decorate my home. That's why I got into the hobby in the first place. I wanted to fix up my home but didn't have the money to buy the things I wanted, so I decided to try and make them. After the first project I just kept going. Projects like this, I saw the glass heading towards the trash and didn't instantly think it should be a waterfall....but I knew it was way too cool to be thrown away. I kept it around for a month or so, waiting for a good idea to hit me. It was when I went to one of my favorite restaurants and saw a wall of theirs that is a waterfall....that's when I was struck with the idea of making this. So it wasn't me being creative, it was really me just taking inspiration from something around me. :)
Ferenc Németh
Ferenc Németh - 9 years ago
Such a clever girl, are you sure that some Hungarian blood trickle in it !?
best pets
best pets - 9 years ago
nice jop april 
David Beal
David Beal - 9 years ago
Great idea April..and well done!
I might have a go at one using acrylic and give it to the kindergarten my wife teaches at.
WC GF
WC GF - 9 years ago
Do you use any type of water treatment to prevent it from turning into a Frog colored pond? :) LOL... maybe just a little chlorine in the water but not enough to create a chlorine smell... I don't exactly like green slimy water..  This could also be a nice add on to a small fish tank/pond to help add O2 to the water and keep it circulating... The fish in the bottom would be an added attraction but increase the maintenance of it all.... Maybe some plants in the water would also be an additions...
 I can also tell you some tricks to illuminate the glass itself rather than just shining lights on it... I'll be doing one for our business very soon. I use templates and sand blast the letters an patterns into the glass.
AppleAmor
AppleAmor - 9 years ago
This is great!
electricdick
electricdick - 9 years ago
great job ----- much to be proud of
Arthur Feriotti Rosa
Arthur Feriotti Rosa - 9 years ago
Thanks! Helped a lot!
Cam Trathen
Cam Trathen - 9 years ago
love your vidios
keep up the good work
Tennis Mom
Tennis Mom - 9 years ago
My favorite part of this video is when you turn off/back on the water and the light, then you smile and just enjoy and admire your handiwork! I love that part! Great job on the build!! You SHOULD be proud! (And so should your Mother!) 
Aisha Eid
Aisha Eid - 9 years ago
thank you very much its really great and helping and i am going to apply it into my home. God bless you 
joe
joe - 9 years ago
i always love the rain on my grandmas tin roof. Maybe some corrugated tin would be good to try.
CONTAINERMAN68
CONTAINERMAN68 - 9 years ago
Nice build! Don't put it in your bedroom!
luis velez
luis velez - 9 years ago
APRIL , THANKS FOR YOUR VIDEO.NOW I FEEL MORE CONFIDENT TO MAKE MY OWN WATERFALL. I LIKED THE WAY THAT YOU EXPLAINED STEP BY STEP SIMPLE AND VERY EFFICIENT.
Shawn Daniel
Shawn Daniel - 9 years ago
Very nice! I really enjoy taking materials that are going to be thrown away and making something. I've gotten alot of work by showing what can be done with throw aways. If you have not yet, I would show you finished product to the boses at work. They might commission a similar piece for their office or for themselves. I can't count how much work I've gotten doing that. Great work.
Webchoices Review
Webchoices Review - 9 years ago
Great Vid , id like to build one with some beautiful pink marble and different styes , you have done very well here April
Byron Arregui
Byron Arregui - 9 years ago
you are my idol
ak
ak - 9 years ago
Wow! This is great! I'm thinking of doing one maybe 5 feet tall... came accross your tutorial, thanks!
Chris Bell
Chris Bell - 9 years ago
Very nice. Thanks for sharing. You are one beautiful and gifted girl ;)
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 9 years ago
Well thank you. : ) 
Nakul Kumar
Nakul Kumar - 9 years ago
Hey April. Really loved the way you described in your step-by-step tutorial. I have one question. I am trying to build a 6 feet tall Wall water fountain similar to what you built in this video. Can I use Acrylic Sheets instead of glass? Its mentioned that they are 20% tougher than the normal glass. I will be using 500 gph pump as it is ideal for 8 feet high fountains and I couldnt find anything for 6 feet. Rest were for 4 feet high fountains. In order to prevent water from flowing out through the edges of the glass, is it advisable to put some clay material on the edges..to be on safer side? As it won't be visible because of the side plywood planks.
Salah Aziz
Salah Aziz - 9 years ago
زورجوانه
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 9 years ago
Hi Nakul, I don't build these as a living and only have the experience from this single one I built...but I can tell you that in order for the water to run down evenly, the glass needs to be super super clean and smooth. It was really difficult to get the glass clean for the water to flow evenly, so for that reason I'm not sure how well another material like acrylic would work. You could always give it a try but I would bet that the water will end up dividing and not coming together. You could try the clay for the sides, I don't see why that wouldn't work. I just punched holes in the tube about 1 1/2" in from the sides so that water wouldn't get the sides wet. : ) Good luck!
nicole carpen
nicole carpen - 9 years ago
Thanks so much April for your advice
nicole carpen
nicole carpen - 9 years ago
Hi April, beautiful job..I'm building one now ..but I have some problems, the water doesn't go nicely on the glass , drips on the sides ..maybe because I'm using a plexiglass..what is your thoughts..thank you
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 9 years ago
I have never used plexiglass so I'm not sure, but I would venture to say it is the problem. Even with glass....it has to be super clean for the water to flow evenly. If there is even a speck of dirt or lent on the glass, it will make the water split. If you are looking for a cheap piece of glass, I would look at Goodwill or a old window. 
Rajiv Chemburkar
Rajiv Chemburkar - 9 years ago
Helped a lot! Thankyou so much! You make those shoes look good.
권선택
권선택 - 9 years ago
쓰임새없이 장황하기만한 피카소그림보다 몇천배 좋습니다.
Bravo!
권선택
권선택 - 9 years ago
Good.
April.
Pass.! 합격 ㅎㅎㅎ.
zman jazuli
zman jazuli - 9 years ago
Hi... Nice  job.
1. One question, in your video did mentioned the piping hole was facing up. What happened when the pump stop?
Will it go around the pipe and making a water drop...

2. I built one of this but limited space at the front (about 4") therefore when the pump stopped it create droplet then cause splashing when it hit water at the bottom catchment. My glass was slanted a bit... 

Any good advise is highly appreciated.

Thank you.
zman jazuli
zman jazuli - 9 years ago
TQ... 
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 9 years ago
Oh I understand your question. Yes, when I turn the pump off, the water will slowly stop then it will drip until there isn't anymore. Since I have a larger space, it doesn't splash on the wood. Since you don't have a large deck area and it's creating a splashing...maybe you can try putting a gutter or catch pan under there to catch the water first then dispense it into the tank. Instead of the water just falling directly into the tank of reserve water. This will deaden the nice sound some, but it might solve the splashing problem. 
jason warino
jason warino - 9 years ago
How much did it cost to make? minus the glass.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 9 years ago
The glass was free, so about $125. 
michael knowlden
michael knowlden - 9 years ago
That's great. Really nice. The logo aspect it cool. Glass etching cream is good but doesn't work as well as sand blasting. The light will wash out.
Carlos Romero
Carlos Romero - 9 years ago
You should of use a weather proof led strip they sell them on eBay and Amazon
GTLee9
GTLee9 - 9 years ago
Vary nice!
Noor Deen
Noor Deen - 9 years ago
Awesome, super...... thanks for sharing April
DrBleck35
DrBleck35 - 9 years ago
Neat build, but it makes me feel like I need to pee.
OffTheBeatenPath
OffTheBeatenPath - 9 years ago
Aww i gotta pee now
Paul Ricalde
Paul Ricalde - 9 years ago
You are very creative April. Great video!
Thanks!
Paul
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 9 years ago
+Paul Ricalde Thank you Paul
Keith Davis
Keith Davis - 9 years ago
Very beautiful DIY Waterfall! I'm building a interior stone waterfall as we speak. Do you have specific building instructions to refer to?
All the best to you and thank you for sharing.
Keith Davis
Keith Davis - 9 years ago
+April Wilkerson That's very kind of you! Your DIY projects inspire home owners to do for themselves for less with great results. I certainly appreciate what you're doing, thank you very much. By the way, I'll post my fountain in a few days I'd like your feed back. I'm positive you can give me some constructive criticism lol, we will see...
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 9 years ago
: ) Thank you but I'm actually not trying to make and sell things. I just like making things and sharing how I did it.
Keith Davis
Keith Davis - 9 years ago
Thank you so much April Wilkerson
There is alot of business in Miami you may consider business here.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 9 years ago
+Keith Davis Thank you Keith, yes I actually wrote up a step by step tutorial and it's posted here: http://www.ibuildit.ca/other%20projects/water-feature-1.html 
CPR4THEBODY
CPR4THEBODY - 9 years ago
 U are sooo awesome! I love DIY projects!! I can not wait until i get a workshop like urs!!
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 9 years ago
: ) Thank you. 
ahLEEthah
ahLEEthah - 9 years ago
You're such an inspiration!! I want to be just like you. :) keep up the awesome work!
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 9 years ago
+ahLEEthah : ) Well thank you. If you want to make things, just start with something small and work up. Anybody can do what I'm doing.
Jeremy
Jeremy - 10 years ago
So cool. I have 5 fountain pumps i picked up at a garage sale..... you got me thinking again :)
Marj Frank
Marj Frank - 10 years ago
wow. love it!
IBDaddyO
IBDaddyO - 10 years ago
Excellent craftsmanship. Subscribed.
Steve Hurn
Steve Hurn - 10 years ago
Nice build, an idea for etching glass is to etch a picture of a mermaid or dolphins or other aquatic themes and have green and blue lights reflecting off it
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Oh yes, I agree that would make a lovely etching.
Steven Mason
Steven Mason - 10 years ago
that is really cool. I want one ;-)
Dave Anderson
Dave Anderson - 10 years ago
Very Creative.  I like the way you make the waterfall across the glass.
CaribbeanGuy Trinbago
CaribbeanGuy Trinbago - 10 years ago
hi from the Caribbean ! How did you get the water to flow evenly through the drop holes ? Thanks for being who u are. 36plaza@gmail.com
Tom Hout
Tom Hout - 10 years ago
that is Sweet!!..I was looking for something like that for my backyard pond..I would like to put something like that behind the pond so the water goes directly into the pond ,not into a bottom like you have. I don't think I'll use glass...was thinking of shale or tile wall...but you gave me some great ideas..thanks
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
: ) That will look amazing. Please send me a photo if you do it, I would love to see it. Cheers!
1956jack
1956jack - 10 years ago
I commented on your arched mirror frame a day or two ago and I thought I had seen all your videos. I had not watched this one...it is really cool and shows a lot of patience and ingenuity. I just took out a door on a job that has a Jalousie window in the center of it and I want to make a lighted Japanese floor lamp with the glass from the door. I was wondering how to frost the glass without sandblasting it. Your tip on the craft store product may save me a lot of time. I thank you. Keep on doing what you do! Thanks. 
snyder75
snyder75 - 10 years ago
Wow you do fantastic work! and you are easy on the eyes :)
elebeu
elebeu - 10 years ago
Your videos are very professional with enough info. to inspire and complete the project. We are really thinking about tackling the sliding barn door. Thanks for sharing your ideas.
Daniel Bedford
Daniel Bedford - 10 years ago
Just great. 
Med Salhi
Med Salhi - 10 years ago
Wonderful work, I'll try making one, I hope that the most successful
Jman711
Jman711 - 10 years ago
Pretty cool! I like when people repurpose items headed for the trash and makes something really neat. You really hit a home run with this one! Good job!!!
ahmed bamasood
ahmed bamasood - 10 years ago
nice work April . this is my next project, peace from Saudi Arabia.
David  Clauson
David Clauson - 10 years ago
Hey April, next time you want to do a project with led lights, YouTube led light strips. Lot of good information on and procedures out there. Especially if you go with the RBG color changing lights. Thanks for sharing. Take care, David
Jeff Burklow
Jeff Burklow - 10 years ago
April i have a piece of glass that has been in my crawl space for years. I also got it for free and i was never able to come up with the right fit for it. Until now that is. I think I will make one of these for my office although i can see it driving the cats a little goofy
Hải Đào Quang
Hải Đào Quang - 10 years ago
hello ! thanks !
Shemp Nutley
Shemp Nutley - 10 years ago
Great job!
Eduardo D
Eduardo D - 10 years ago
I love your wor but not more than I love you!! :) haha
Mike O'Brien
Mike O'Brien - 10 years ago
Cool project!
Gurg Guggenheim
Gurg Guggenheim - 10 years ago
Hi! I'm currently in the process of designing and building a desktop version of a glass waterfall
I'm planning for it to be about 12" in height and 6" in width
I was having some problems establishing a system for the water distribution, and this video helped me tremendously with that

It would also really help me if you told me what the GPH of your water pump was
You mention that you marked off 1" margins for the water holes, but only ended up cutting holes every other inch. Wouldn't the 1" margins provide better water merging? Or is there something I'm not considering?
Do you have any other advice for managing water pressure and getting the water to merge well?

Thanks a lot!
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
: ) Hello. Wonderful, I'm glad it has helped you some. I have more information in the written tutorial found here: http://www.ibuildit.ca/other%20projects/water-feature-1.html My pump is a 130-170 GPH and the reason I drilled a hole every other inch was because I didn't want to kill my water pressure. I started off with very tiny holes and very few and just played with it from there. If you make them too large or drill too many, then some won't have enough mojo to actually create a stream of water that hits the glass....instead it will just run out and slide down the hose/tubing or create a steady drip. So I would suggest drilling tiny holes and every two inches just to start with. See how that goes and you can always add more. Let me know how it turns out!
Levi Hogue
Levi Hogue - 10 years ago
next time that you make one. think about using an LED strip light. You also get them with a option to change color if that's what your after. Just a thought. Good job!
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Thanks for the suggestion! I looked into LED lights, but they were way to expensive of an option for me. 
rgdstranger
rgdstranger - 10 years ago
I hardly know any ladies who r into wood working...nice to see u make brilliant stuffs...good job keep it up!
Norwegian Wood
Norwegian Wood - 10 years ago
that looks awesome 
chef kdowg
chef kdowg - 10 years ago
"Wood" like to see this done step by step. Have a friend with a ranch that needs something cool like this.
Sonster9K
Sonster9K - 10 years ago
A beautiful project!!! I think it even looks great without any finish on it. Of course, "popping out that grain" would look pretty spectacular too. Kudos on your work...
Kenneth Pugh
Kenneth Pugh - 10 years ago
Ok that is awesome. I do really like that might have to try it one day soon
Thomas Gilbert
Thomas Gilbert - 10 years ago
good job
Francois Ste-Marie
Francois Ste-Marie - 10 years ago
What you said at 5:30; To point the holes upward. I actually learned that by looking at the back of a zamboni one day at a hockey game. I had noticed they were pointing up and wondered why for a moment until it dawned on me. I found it simple and clever
Uriel Morales
Uriel Morales - 10 years ago
Why cant you be my mom??????
Adam Burke
Adam Burke - 10 years ago
Love it! Fantastic! Thanks for sharing...
George Hill
George Hill - 10 years ago
Great work. Gives me an idea for my wives event displays. This will be a great WOW factor.
izeugirdor
izeugirdor - 10 years ago
Yay! Excellent project, April. Now I know what to do with all those big pieces of tempered glass I found in a dumpster. :) My wife said it was worthless. HA!
Laney Shaughnessy
Laney Shaughnessy - 10 years ago
I totally want to make one of these for my office... very cool!
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
: ) Awesome, glad you like it. I'd love to see it if you make one!
Raymond Stanis
Raymond Stanis - 10 years ago
Nice:   April showers bring May Flowers
victor03
victor03 - 10 years ago
The glass waterfall project very good work 
that's the one I looking for -thanks for the good video
Jay Boutwell
Jay Boutwell - 10 years ago
Hi April, Excellent presentation of a project of which would be very expensive to buy.  I ran across this You Tube presentations and it caught my interest.  I have two separated panes of tempered glass from a 3 foot by 6 ft patio door.  Your water fall project has given me some ideas on building one out of the glass rather than smashing it.  I do sandblasting and art work so this will be an upcoming project that I will do soon. Thank you for sharing the insight in this excellent project.    I might add that I see some outstanding talents of which you have displayed in your presented projects.   I think you can hold your own in the mostly male dominated  woodworking field.  You should be proud of your ability as I can see that they can become truly amazing in the years to come.                                                             
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
: ) Thank you for your kind words Jay. You have completely made my day. I'm so glad you enjoyed my project and I really hope you do make something from your pane of glass. If you do, I would love to see photos. Take care. 
chucktherepairguy91
chucktherepairguy91 - 10 years ago
Very nice has a awesome sound
krn14242
krn14242 - 10 years ago
How did you get interested in woodworking?  Father, Grandfather, Mother??  
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
+krn14242 I love that. I want to be able to (eventually) look around my home and see more thing I've built, then I haven't. I think the same about the added character. ; ) 
krn14242
krn14242 - 10 years ago
Thanks for the insight.  I have built quite a few things around the house and probably could have went out and purchased something cheaper sometimes, but nothing would be gained.  I find myself looking around the house somedays admiring what my two hands put together and feeling a great sense of pride.  My projects don't always turn out perfect, but that just adds to the character.  
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Nobody in my family is interested in woodworking. I picked it up because I wanted to start improving my home, aesthetically but also in function. I didn't have the money to buy the things I wanted, so I went and bought some wood, borrowed some tools, and just started figuring it out. After my first project I was hooked. : ) Now I want to make everything. 
Michael Olsen
Michael Olsen - 10 years ago
SUPER COOL !
murdi allifa
murdi allifa - 10 years ago
beautyful ...
Dinesh Madhavan
Dinesh Madhavan - 10 years ago
hi do u ve plans for this project?if yes pls send it to me deennis_my@yahoo.com.sg
Dinesh Madhavan
Dinesh Madhavan - 10 years ago
thx u vy much.can i knw ur contact num plz?
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
I don't know how to use Sketchup yet, so I don't have plans...but I did take photos of every step and put together a written tutorial here: http://wilkerdos.blogspot.com/2014/04/diy-glass-waterfall.html 
Rick McQuay
Rick McQuay - 10 years ago
The waterfall is boss. I like it natural but I'm sure it will look good stained.
Ed Manly
Ed Manly - 10 years ago
Your waterfall video is very interesting and well done. I looked at the detailed instructions and decided to build one. I will be using it on our deck sheltered by a large roof overhang. I plan to use composite material for durability. I will modify wiring to exterior codes. My wife will create the design. Thanks. Your short appreciation video shows your fine character.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
: D Wonderful! I can't wait to see how it turns out. Please email me a photo. Composite material...are you thinking about going with something like fiberglass? I can't wait to see her design! Tell her I said hello. Hope y'all have fun with the project! 
MrMansonTA
MrMansonTA - 10 years ago
I found your Youtube channel just yesterday and I must say, I enjoy your videos and look forward to seeing more great projects from you. To find or meet a girl that has ur ambition and enthusiasm to get busy in a shop and create things, is very rare. The waterfall looks beautiful and very well thought out!
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Well thank you. : ) I'm glad you found me, and even more glad you enjoy my projects. 
allthingsawesome2
allthingsawesome2 - 10 years ago
I dig it
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
: ) Thanks.
Billy Oliver
Billy Oliver - 10 years ago
That's really cool April! If you set it next to the fireplace and throw some sleeping bags on the floor, you can pretend that your camping next to a stream with a campfire. Job job on the design and build.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Lol. That is a very original idea. : ) 
jonh walsh
jonh walsh - 10 years ago
Nice Job April.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Yay, thanks Jonh. 
Rohinton Irani
Rohinton Irani - 10 years ago
amazing work. Hats off.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
: ) Thank you.
RJBWoodTurner
RJBWoodTurner - 10 years ago
April,
  The waterfall looks great. I hope the company you work for appreciates it. This would look beautiful in a lobby with that company logo etched into the glass and the lighting. Very creative and clever design and build.

Regards,
Bob
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Aw thank you Bob. I worked so hard on the design. And the build. I worked hard on everything actually! ; ) Glad you like it.
Jay Tomes
Jay Tomes - 10 years ago
Very nice.
Scott Kuykendall
Scott Kuykendall - 10 years ago
Very nice work and your attention to detail is very impressive 
Doug Staley
Doug Staley - 10 years ago
awesome project! inspires a lot of ideas :)
Muaadh Alssnani
Muaadh Alssnani - 10 years ago
nice i like it
STEVEBLACKA
STEVEBLACKA - 10 years ago
Great work April .

Steve
Scott Ryan
Scott Ryan - 10 years ago
Good job on the glass water fall it looks sweet..
Larry Chalberg II
Larry Chalberg II - 10 years ago
Very nice project April. Looks great. 
patw0000
patw0000 - 10 years ago
Great job!!!!!
Jeffrey Lang
Jeffrey Lang - 10 years ago
Very nice, now my wife wants one. lol well I hope it turns out half as nice as yours. Keep the video's coming... :-)
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Be sure to send me photos if you make one! I would also be interested to hear where you get your piece of glass to make it. If you find a good resource, be sure to leave another comment for future viewers who might need a direction to go in. Cheers!
Doobly-Do Wood Works
Doobly-Do Wood Works - 10 years ago
April,

I've been waiting with baited breath to see this ever since you told me about it.  Outstanding!

Mike @ Doobly-Do Wood Woorks
Doobly-Do Wood Works
Doobly-Do Wood Works - 10 years ago
I had faith in you.  I'm married to a Texas girl, remember?  I know ya'll never quit.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
: D Well I'm glad you aren't disappointed Mike. There were a few times where I didn't think I was going to be able to pull it off. 
Chris Hedges
Chris Hedges - 10 years ago
Looking good April. What did you finish the wood with?
Chris Hedges
Chris Hedges - 10 years ago
+April Wilkerson be sure to share the final with us!
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
I plan on staining it then sealing it with spar poly. However,  I want to see where my company is going to put it so I can match it to it's surroundings.
Charles Bronson
Charles Bronson - 10 years ago
Great Job April! Is your husband as Handy as you? Amazing how you get better with every video!
Charles Bronson
Charles Bronson - 10 years ago
 Sounds like a very smart man!! Thank God for each other and keep the videos coming they are amazing!! Your talent shows in all your projects!!
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Thank you Frankie. Yes, he is very handy but in a completely different field....he is a natural born engineer who enjoys designing and making machines/cars/fast toys to play on....things of that nature. With me getting into home improvement and woodworking, we cover a large spectrum of things we are capable of! Depending on what needs to be done, determines who volunteers to handle it. He has his shop and projects and I have mine so it works out well....meaning we don't kill each other. ; )  
Ziggy Diaz
Ziggy Diaz - 10 years ago
April, you must have a very handsome man, because with your skills you definitively do not need him to be handy!

Great work , very nice looking fountain!

Ziggy in TX.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Oh, well thank you Ziggy. He is handsome in fact ; ) ....but he is also extremely handy. He isn't interested in woodworking or home improvement projects however. He is more into building cars and four wheelers as well as machines. (Engineer) 

Glad you like the fountain! 
Mike Lehikoinen
Mike Lehikoinen - 10 years ago
What a great idea! Very nice looking also :)
ChopN Hack
ChopN Hack - 10 years ago
Great idea April, I think they will love that! Front lobby for sure :-)
Ronnie Boyett
Ronnie Boyett - 10 years ago
Good job April...especially the dado for the glass and the angle of the water flow.
balisticsquirel
balisticsquirel - 10 years ago
For sure, do the etching thing. Just know that the etching chemical is SERIOUSLY toxic.
SuburbanDon
SuburbanDon - 10 years ago
Interesting. I'm curious about the pump, GPM etc.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
I have more information in the tutorial, but the pump is a 140-170 gph fountain pump I picked up at Lowes. It has a 4.1' max lift and also has a low level shut off feature. 
Chris Pine
Chris Pine - 10 years ago
This is very nice! Well executed! Look forward to the build video!  

Chris 
Don Johnson24
Don Johnson24 - 10 years ago
Interesting and creative design.   The sound of water 'tinkling' can be very pleasant and soothing, but I have found that some people - especially those my age - might feel occasional urges to visit the rest room   :-)
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
haha, so no waterfall for you Don? : ) Well, if you really want one, you could always entertain the idea of building in a guttering system to catch the water and quietly flow it back into the tub with PVC instead of letting it just dropping down on it's own. Cheers.
frangitofrangito
frangitofrangito - 10 years ago
Cool. And the water makes such a soothing sound!
BROUSBLADES
BROUSBLADES - 10 years ago
Couldn't you use acrylic instead of glass?
Tim White
Tim White - 10 years ago
+April Wilkerson Great job on the water fall.Acrylic can be use but it takes a rather abrasive medium like aluminum oxide to sand blast it.Keep up the good work.   
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Hm, I'm not sure. I don't know enough about acrylic glass (or waterfalls) to know if it would create any problems. Maybe you can google it and see if anybody has experimented with it. I used glass because this piece fell into my lap for free, but I'm sure it isn't the only option for making this type of waterfall. 
Justin Prewitt
Justin Prewitt - 10 years ago
It look great April. The design is sleek and can be used just about any where depending on materials. Keep up the great work.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Thank you Justin. : ) 
Roy Wrenn
Roy Wrenn - 10 years ago
It's so good to see young women doing wood working. Love the waterfall.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Glad you feel that way. : ) I'm enjoying myself. 
WOWayne325
WOWayne325 - 10 years ago
Very nice!......
Now give it back to the company for some serious brownie points!!!!
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
lol, yep!
Jay Bates
Jay Bates - 10 years ago
That looks sweet!
xxdjcharlierockxx
xxdjcharlierockxx - 10 years ago
wow id love to make this for the wife she would go crazy over this!
Mike C
Mike C - 10 years ago
Awesome job. That turned out really nice.
Favio R
Favio R - 10 years ago
Nice job! Very creative use for the glass.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Thank ya, thank ya. ; ) 
Ariful Hasan
Ariful Hasan - 10 years ago
Great... i'm gonna make it :)
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
If you do, be sure to send me photos!
Darbin Orvar
Darbin Orvar - 10 years ago
April, this is so impressive. It turned out just great. Love the sleekness of the design - not to mention how you figured out all the steps in getting it to work so flawlessly.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
; ) Why thank you ma'am. I'm glad you like it.
MonkWerks with Fr. Thomas
MonkWerks with Fr. Thomas - 10 years ago
April,
It turned out great!  And yes, sometimes you just have to tinker with something until you finds that sweet spot.  Keep the videos coming.
Gary Elder
Gary Elder - 10 years ago
That is really cool, great job April.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Thank you Gary, I really appreciate it.
buzzj89
buzzj89 - 10 years ago
Really cool project! Thumbs up
Liam Hill
Liam Hill - 10 years ago
Really nice feature April, I just love the sound of running water so relaxing ZZZzzzzzzzzzzz
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Thanks Liam. I'm glad you like the sound....it was actually my intention originally to put in a guttering system to catch the falling water and set it quietly back into the tub (you see the vinyl and PVC in the background of the video), but several different people threatened me if I touched the sound of the water. haha, I didn't realize running water was so pleasing to people. Now, wake up and go enjoy your weekend. ; ) 
Jim Klink
Jim Klink - 10 years ago
April... Nice project, but what are you going to do was it now?
Jim Klink
Jim Klink - 10 years ago
Cool....
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Hello Jim. Well I am going to figure out how to give it to my company then see if they will allow me to put it on display somewhere at our office. : ) Maybe in the lobby or a conference room. Once I see where it will be permanently, then I'll stain and seal it. Cheers.
Colin
Colin - 10 years ago
WOW, great job April! I think I need one of these, like I didn't have too many projects already :p lol
Pappy Fiddle
Pappy Fiddle - 10 years ago
+April Wilkerson You would not /believe/ how long my list is.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
: D Just put it on the list Colin. I think my list is two pages long at this point.
Marcelo Lujan III
Marcelo Lujan III - 10 years ago
April I'm speechless simply speechless that's your best video yet outstanding. Where did you buy your water pump and where can we get one
Marcelo Lujan III
Marcelo Lujan III - 10 years ago
Ok thanks so much and keep them coming
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Really?! : D Thank you Marcelo. I bought my pump at Lowes because it was during winter and it just so happen that they had one left on the shelf. However, I as at Home Depot the other day and they also sell fountain pumps. Local plant nurseries also carry them. 
J.D. Ransom
J.D. Ransom - 10 years ago
Nice work.  Looks great.
GUAR45
GUAR45 - 10 years ago
It seems your videos are you showing things that were built by someone, instead of showing you building something.  very disappointing
Colin
Colin - 10 years ago
Well said April! Some people just don't use their heads before they start using their mouth! (or fingers in the case of the internet)

Keep up the great work, and don't let the haters get you down. The projects and tips you are sharing are greatly enjoyed and appreciated.

God bless!

Colin
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
I'm sorry to disappoint you, but my channel is not like the other woodworking/DIY channels. Instead of giving you the steps in video form, I do it in written form. It takes a lot of time to stop every step and make sure what I'm doing is captured in a photo that will explain it...I can only imagine how time consuming it would be to always be moving around a video camera instead, then editing the film to make something worth watching. At the end of the day, I am doing these projects for myself. Meaning, if I didn't have a blog or youtube channel, I would still be doing these projects....however, I want to pass along information on the chance that somebody else could benefit from my build, so doing a video wrap up of my project is the compromise to myself. If it ever gets to the point where I no longer enjoy doing my projects because the backend of things (video/blog/tutorial) takes all the enjoyment out of it, then I will stop. I am not getting paid to do this. If I did it full time for a living, then I would spend the hours making videos. Have a good day.
John Heisz
John Heisz - 10 years ago
Great job April! Love that sound!
Dale Williamson
Dale Williamson - 10 years ago
Great idea, The sound of the water is relaxing and makes me want a Tropical Drink.
Henner Zeller
Henner Zeller - 10 years ago
Nice work! And another interesting Maker to follow on G+ and YouTube.
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
: ) Thank you so much John. For everything.
washburn_ morning_wood
washburn_ morning_wood - 10 years ago
Great project. Planning on giving it to the company, I suppose?
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
: ) Yep. I've been keeping the fact that I have it a secret, so I'm hoping it will be a nice surprise. 
Jim Fancher
Jim Fancher - 10 years ago
This turned out awesome, April. You've got some problem solving skills!
April Wilkerson
April Wilkerson - 10 years ago
Thanks Jim. I don't know if I would call them excellent....I just keep trying things until they work and do what I want....so maybe the correct way to say it is I have stubborn problem solving skills. ; ) 

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