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Excavate Basin Hole and Shape Waterfall Base

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What happens here

Dig a pit for the Aquabasin, ensuring it's approximately 1.5 to 2 inches lower than the finished grade of your adjacent viewing area (e.g., a patio or ground level). Use the excavated soil to build up a mound, which will form the base of your waterfall. This elevation is crucial for creating a natural-looking waterfall effect and eliminating the need to haul away excess dirt.

Goal: Create the structural foundation for the waterfall and water basin

Tools and materials

  • Shovel — Digging the basin hole and shaping the waterfall mound
  • Soil/Sand N/A — The existing ground material that is excavated and repurposed for the waterfall mound