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Genius Upcycling Project for Old Tires: Make a Stunning Pond Garden Feature

Modified: Jun 10, 2015 by Elisabeth Kruger · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

Genius Upcycling Project for Old Tires: Make a Stunning Pond Garden FeatureTires are very resilient and durable, which is a great thing when they’re on the wheels of your car, but those very same attributes make them problematic waste items. A tire with no tread is a nightmare for a driver, but it also opens doors to some creative upcycling, since you still have the strength in the rubber. Old tires may not be all that difficult to come by, you can ask around at gas stations, car dealerships, tire companies and even online community sites.

I was so impressed when I found this awesome idea of using just three tires to create a beautiful pond water feature in your garden.

Here’s what you need:

  • Tires – this example uses one tractor tire and two car tires, but it’s up to you!
  • Different-sized rocks and stones
  • Tarp (it must be water-resistant)
  • Sand and gravel
  • Shovel
  • Jig saw
  • Wooden slab (or whatever else you have to level the sand)

Here’s what you do:

  • Measure the size of the tires and dig holes, respectively
  • Pour a level layer of sand in the hole
  • Fit in the tire and close up any gaps around it
  • Using the jig saw, cut off the top part of the tire
  • Using the tarp, line each tire; use the gravel and rocks to outline the tire and keep the tarp in place
  • Fill with water and decorate as you wish
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The beauty of this project is in its versatility; you can use as many tires as you like, place them however you want, and decorate to your liking! This pond feature really brings a whole new element to your garden, and if you have dogs or little kids, they’ll really enjoy splashing around during the warmer months.

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  1. Stephie Smith

    September 21, 2015 at 3:52 pm

    How fun, I love the end result. I've got a few used car tires that I've debated parting with, but I'll have to give this a shot. What a creative way to make use of older items, thank you for sharing. 422autosales.com

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  2. Ted

    August 02, 2016 at 1:37 pm

    What's the point of the tires? Just dig three holes and then line them with the tarp. The tires serve absolutely no purpose other than just so you can say, "Look what I did with three old tires!" The tires are pointless.

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    • Mr beavis

      January 10, 2017 at 10:31 pm

      Ted, the tire will keep the edges neatly round and in place. Great if you like a completely round pool for that natural look.

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  3. Norma Jeanne

    July 15, 2018 at 10:57 pm

    The water doesn't circulate? Won't it get stagnant?

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