Bring the natural beauty of volcanic stone and the relaxing sound of moving water into your landscape. Our 18" Small Rustic Basalt Fountain Kit features a genuine basalt column with a naturally textured exterior and distinctive stone top.
Water rises through the drilled column and flows over its surface, creating an attractive garden focal point. The kit includes a concealed 2x2 fountain reservoir, recirculating pump, plumbing and your choice of polished pebbles.
Its compact single-column design makes it a beautiful option for garden beds, patios and smaller landscape installations.
Each fountain is crafted from genuine basalt. Its natural exterior may display gray, brown, rust and darker mineral tones, giving every column its own distinctive character.
At 18 inches tall, this single-column fountain introduces movement and sound without the visual scale of a larger multi-column arrangement.
We pair the basalt column with a fountain basin, pump, plumbing and decorative pebbles so you don't have to select every major component separately.
Basalt is a dense volcanic stone formed as lava cools. Under certain geological conditions, it develops distinctive column-like formations.
Our Rustic Basalt Fountains preserve the natural character of these stone columns. Their exterior surfaces may feature weathered mineral coloration, irregular texture and subtle variations in shape.
Because these are genuine stone columns rather than manufactured replicas, variations in color, surface texture and overall appearance are expected.
Choose this model when you want a natural stone fountain in a relatively compact setting. The included basin measures approximately 25 inches square, so plan for that concealed footprint plus room for decorative stone, splash control and surrounding landscaping.
Want a taller focal point? Compare our 24" Medium Rustic Basalt Fountain Kit . The larger model uses a different basin and pump configuration.
This kit includes the principal components needed to create a recirculating basalt column fountain. Choose your preferred polished pebble color when ordering.
Natural variations in color, shape and surface texture are expected.
Our compact LA2000 reservoir stores the recirculating water beneath the finished fountain.
The included submersible pump circulates water from the basin upward through the basalt column.
View the Medium Mag-Drive Pump
The linked pump page includes multiple variations. The PB2569 / 530 GPH model is specified for this kit.
These components connect the pump to the drilled basalt column and allow adjustment of the water flow.
The kit includes three 40 lb. bags of polished pebbles to finish the fountain surface.
Choose one color option:
Your selection determines the included pebble finish. Both colors are not included together.
The concealed basin stores the fountain water. The pump sends water upward through the basalt column, where it flows over the natural stone surface.
Water returns through the decorative pebble surface into the reservoir.
No existing pond is required.
Not included: Excavation, site preparation, electrical service, installation tools, surrounding landscaping materials and optional accessories.
Lighting is not listed among the standard kit components. Contact our Sales/Tech Team to discuss compatible lighting options.
A successful real-stone fountain installation begins with a stable, level reservoir and a location that accommodates the fountain's water movement.
Plan your site before excavation, including electrical access, basin placement and the handling of the natural stone column.
Select a location with enough room for the 25-inch-square reservoir, decorative stone and expected water splash.
Plan access to a grounded, outdoor GFCI-protected electrical outlet. Locate underground utilities before excavation.
Excavate for the 2x2 basin and prepare a firm, level foundation.
The basin installation guidance calls for positioning the top edge approximately 1 inch above finished grade.
In unstable soil, additional excavation and a compacted crushed-rock base may be necessary.
Position the pump inside the basin, route the tubing and connect the fountain plumbing.
Carefully position the basalt column on its supported base. Use appropriate handling assistance for the natural stone.
Avoid placing stress on the plumbing connections.
Fill the reservoir before starting the pump. Adjust the ball valve until the desired water movement is achieved.
Confirm that water returns to the reservoir without excessive splash.
Finish the surface with the included polished pebbles, keeping pump access available.
The included 2x2 basin has a maximum static-load rating of 250 lbs.
Proper support and load distribution are important when installing natural stone. Individual basalt columns vary in weight and shape.
Confirm the supplied stone's handling and support requirements before installation. Our Sales/Tech Team can help with basin-support questions.
Water is naturally lost through evaporation and splash. Check the reservoir regularly and replenish it as needed.
Never allow the pump to run dry.
Inspect the pump pre-filter and remove accumulated debris. Periodically clean the pump and impeller according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Keep excessive soil, mulch and organic debris away from the basin screen.
In freezing climates, disconnect and remove the pump for winter.
Store the pump submerged in water where it cannot freeze, following the applicable pump instructions.
Follow the basin's seasonal-care guidance. Do not completely empty the buried reservoir unless the applicable instructions direct you to.
Review these component resources when planning your installation or maintaining your fountain.
Installation resource note: Our available 2x2 and 4x4 basin installation manual is written for handcrafted GFRC fountain kits.
Although it contains useful reservoir-installation guidance, it should not be treated as a complete installation manual for this natural basalt fountain.
Choosing a real-stone fountain involves more than selecting a height.
Our Sales/Tech Team can help you understand the basin configuration, natural stone variations, installation requirements and available accessories before you purchase.
Yes. The kit includes the drilled 18" basalt column, 2x2 fountain basin, 530 GPH pump, plumbing, fittings and 120 lbs. of your selected polished pebbles.
Site preparation, electrical service and optional accessories are not included.
Yes. Our Rustic Basalt Fountains are made from genuine volcanic basalt, not molded concrete or artificial stone.
Not exactly. Natural basalt varies in surface texture, mineral coloration, shape and weathering.
These variations give each fountain its individual character.
The included basin measures approximately 25 inches square and 8 inches high.
Allow additional room for decorative stone, splash control, excavation and surrounding landscaping.
No. The included basin stores water beneath the fountain.
The pump continuously recirculates water through the basalt column and back into the reservoir.
Yes. Choose black or mixed polished pebbles using the product option selector.
The kit includes 120 lbs. of the selected finish.
Lighting is not listed among the standard components of this kit.
Contact our Sales/Tech Team if you would like help exploring compatible lighting accessories.
Yes. The kit includes a 530 GPH Mag-Drive pump and a ball valve for adjusting the flow.
Adjust the flow so water travels over the natural stone and returns to the reservoir without unnecessary splash.
Maintain the reservoir water level, periodically clean the pump pre-filter and impeller, and keep debris from accumulating around the basin.
In freezing climates, follow the recommended winter-care procedures for the pump and reservoir.