It makes no sense to prove the need to have a supply of water for irrigation on the site. Happen to irrigation system, and your flowers and vegetables will turn into hay during the days of the July heat. When my old steel tank leaked, I needed to urgently find a replacement for it. Having assessed the harsh reality, I decided to make a structure that would decorate the site, be durable, inexpensive, and not attract “guests”. Going through different variants, I chose, it seems to me, the most successful: to make the base of the container from galvanized steel sheets, “dressing” it in concrete.
Sheets of steel measuring 1000 x 2000 mm were connected to each other by a ring. In order for the container to have a volume of 1 m3, I made a ring of 2 sheets. The seam before “pressing in” was treated with sealant for plumbing work, as well as all subsequent seams. It turned out a springy flexible ring, which can be given any shape.
For a capacity of 1 m3, it is enough to make a foundation 120-150 mm thick, laying it on a crushed stone pillow. The area of the foundation must be larger than the area of the container. Having chosen a place, he took out the soil to a depth of 200 mm, filled the pit with rubble and sand, rammed it, spilled it with plenty of water, and prepared concrete. I laid out half of it on rubble, on it - reinforcement made of steel rods and pipes, and poured the rest of the concrete on these structures. Water should be added to the concrete so much that it does not spread, but resembles gingerbread dough. This does not require formwork, and the edge of the foundation will look like stone "nodules". Concrete is not poured into place, but is laid with a shovel and rammed, or with a wooden mallet.
The next operation is the installation of a metal base. The laid concrete is carefully leveled. To do this, he poured a cement-sand mixture (1: 3) of the consistency of liquid sour cream onto the foundation and dispersed it with an even rail. Letting the leveling layer dry (lose fluidity), put a sheet of galvanized steel on it and pressed it with bricks. This is the bottom of the future tank. Previously, the sheet was cut to fit the configuration of the container and protruded along the perimeter by 20 ~ 30 mm. In this state, the foundation was left to dry for a day.
A day later, I installed a manufactured ring made of galvanized steel on the bottom, having previously made 2 holes in it: one at the bottom at the very edge for the drain pipe, the other 300-400 mm above the edge for the selection of clean water. If all the previous work was done carefully, then gaps in some places of no more than 5 mm are permissible between the wall and the bottom - they will not affect the quality of the container. Having installed the wall and fixed it with bricks, he overlaid the joint between the wall and the bottom with a steep but plastic “dough” from a mixture of cement and sand (1: 1) with the addition of PVA glue (1 tablespoon of glue per 0.5 l of water). After drying the "dough" for a day, he removed the bricks and completed the sealing of the joint in the places occupied by the bricks. Having completed the sealing of the joint, I installed a tube (aluminum, stainless steel, plastic), carefully overlaid it with a solution of cement. Then proceeded to the construction of the concrete wall.
Concrete for the wall is prepared the same as for the foundation. He performed the work as follows: he took a portion of concrete with a trowel, laid it against a steel wall (it played the role of a one-sided formwork), lightly rammed it so that the concrete spread and pressed tightly against the wall. And so around the perimeter. When laying concrete, one must strive to ensure that the wall thickness is not the same. Then a surface is formed that resembles the natural texture of a stone. At the same time, you can show your abilities as a sculptor, guided by a sense of beauty and harmony.
When constructing a wall, one should not forget that at the bottom it should go out a drain pipe, and at a height of 200-300 mm from the bottom, it is necessary to mount another tube with a thread for the valve into the wall in order to take clean water. So that during the laying process the steel base does not deform, it is advisable to lay brick columns inside the tank, which do not allow the wall to "go" inside under the pressure of concrete.
Finishing the masonry, you need to make a small influx inside the container on the edge of the steel base so that it does not peel off from the concrete.
The last step is finishing. Various options are possible using ceramics, bottle glass, natural stone etc. I chose a simple option: the entire surface of the container is smeared cement-sand mortar(1:1) and treated with a wet broom. Grey colour cement looks good in the greenery of the garden.
Such a container has many advantages, it is quite cheap, there is only one drawback: it cannot be moved. Therefore, the place must be chosen carefully, remembering that a capital structure is being built.
Just as quickly we get used to the benefits of civilization, so the absence of any one of them brings a certain amount of discomfort into our lives. If there is no cottage central water supply, then the presence of a storage tank for washing hands, vegetables and fruits is not even discussed, it should be there by definition. A country washbasin, whether it is a moidodyr or just a water canister with a valve, will undoubtedly add comfort to your living on the site. About what types of washbasins exist for giving, what they are made of and how to choose this necessary item country life, we will discuss today on the site.
Types of country washbasins
First of all, it should be noted that washbasins for summer cottages can be either with or without a cabinet. Unlike models with a pedestal, hanging cisterns mobile and can be installed anywhere in the suburban area - even in the garden, even near the house or at the exit at the gate. The main thing is to find any vertical surface (wall, log, tree) on which such a tank could be fixed.
Country washbasins on a rack
Among the whole variety of outdoor washbasins for summer cottages (and such hanging types are installed mainly on the street), there are cisterns on a steel rack. They are convenient in that by pressing the foot on the metal crossbar at the bottom of the rack, the horns are driven into the ground, allowing the washbasin to be installed on any territory of the site, regardless of the presence of a support nearby. The washstand on the counter can be installed even in the middle of the garden among raspberry or strawberry bushes.
Washbasins without cabinets for summer cottages
- Most simplest form a washbasin for a summer residence is a barrel-shaped plastic container for 3-5 liters with a pressure spout. It can be hung on a wall or on a board hammered into the ground, and it is better to put a bucket under it to collect dirty water. As in all types of country washstands, the water supply to it is carried out manually: poured water - and you can use it. After 3.4.5 liters of water are exhausted, it must be filled again.
- A more advanced design of a hanging washbasin for a summer residence has ergonomic design and larger volume - rectangular shapes with two lids for collecting water (on the right and on the left) and with a pressure or valve tap. Moreover, the clamping crane, unlike its plastic counterpart, has a magnet in its device, which allows you to fix it in a raised state. Thus, a more convenient use of the device is achieved: they pressed the rod up, it became magnetized and the water flowed freely. After washing the hands, the spout was slightly pulled, and it lowered, stopping the water supply. Such models are made mainly of durable plastic, and the tank is designed for a liquid volume of 10-15 liters. They can also be installed on a cabinet with a sink.
- Another type of hanging washbasin is an oval galvanized steel washstand with a faucet. It does not differ in special functionality, and the service life of steel is not very long, even though it is galvanized. So plastic models more durable in this regard.
Outdoor washbasins with cabinet
More serious designs with a cabinet cannot be easily rearranged from place to place; these washbasins are more stationary than mobile. Although, if desired, they can be dragged to any place in the suburban area.
The country washbasin moidodyr consists of a cabinet-rack, a sink and a bulk tank. The principle of operation is the same as that of hanging washstands, only the comfort of using it in the form of a plastic or metal sink is added, in which you can put, for example, a bowl of apples and wash them slowly and without fear of dropping them on the floor. More interesting models equipped with a mirror, a shelf for soap accessories and a hook for a towel.
The country wash basin with a curbstone can be used both on the street, and in the house. But before buying similar model think about where you put it. If it is outside, then it is better not to take a washbasin with a wooden or metal cabinet for a summer residence, since wood and metal will quickly become unusable under the influence of temperature changes and precipitation. But for the home, a wooden cabinet is perfect. It is also more rational to choose a model with heating for the house, and on the street in favorable weather, the water will heat up itself under the influence of sunlight.
Washbasins for cottages with heating
If during the summer the availability hot water not very relevant, then with the onset of cold weather, washing your hands with ice water is not very pleasant. That's when gardeners pay attention to the washbasin for summer cottages with heating. An excellent model that allows you not to think that there is no water supply on the site. A plastic tank is located above the sink, and a bucket can be placed in the cabinet below to collect dirty water. The tank (for about 15-20 liters of water) is made of translucent plastic so that you can control the volume of water and top it up in time, without waiting for the tank to be completely empty. There is also a thermostat and the ability to adjust the water temperature from 30 to 70ºС. The dimensions of the washbasins for a heated cottage are not so large, so the corner for him is in his country house you will find without difficulty, the height of the cabinet is up to 1.5 m, and the width and depth are 0.5 m each.
How to make a country washbasin with your own hands
Masters of all trades will not fail to use their talent and build a country washbasin with their own hands. The easiest way, accessible even to a schoolboy, is to create a washstand from a plastic 2-liter bottle. We cut off the bottom of the bottle (if desired, do not cut it completely to make something similar to a cap), turn it upside down and, wrapping the neck and bottom of the bottle with wire, tie it to a pole or to a tree. In this case, the lid of the bottle will act as a faucet: they slightly opened it, and the water ran in a thin stream, closed it, and the water stopped flowing. This design is useful in field conditions”, in an uninhabited dacha, where there is not even a house.
Another way to make a washstand is to use a bucket as a storage container. For these purposes, any bucket is suitable: plastic or metal, but preferably with a lid so that garbage does not get into the container. So, we outline a place for the future faucet (valve), as a rule, it is at the bottom of the bucket on the side wall, and we drill a hole. Next, we cut a plumbing drive into it, fix it with two lock nuts and gaskets between them. We wind the faucet on the drive and fix the container on the racks or on the wall. For the convenience of using this man-made model, you can install a simple sink under the tank, and put a bucket down to collect water. I would like to note that in a similar way you can make a tank for a summer shower with your own hands.
In general, country craftsmen sometimes surprise with their imagination. As a storage tank, they use any items, from canisters to 100-liter barrels, and the sink, as a rule, is installed in an old one that has served its time in the apartment, but is still quite decent in appearance. Someone even came up with a country original foot-operated washbasin - the storage tank is located on the ground, and by pressing the rubber pear with a foot, which is connected to the tank with a hose, water is poured under pressure through the spout into the bucket. Very convenient and practically "contactless" faucet.
They almost cannot afford to install a properly functioning water canal. And water is very necessary in the suburban area. Is the need to wash the products or you need to wash dirty hands.
Fortunately, for these purposes, people have come up with a washbasin that every summer resident can make or install.
It can be installed both outdoors and at home. There are several types of washbasins, which have various designs and functions. Today, on the market, you can buy a washbasin for no more price than doing it yourself.
But a do-it-yourself one will not only be beautiful and well-made, but you can also implement many necessary functions.
Simple hanging washbasin.
This washbasin is the simplest, which consists of a container, and is filled with water, and a container for draining is placed at the bottom of it. It is easy to carry and install anywhere you want.
Depending on the installation location of the washbasin, the water is drained different ways. If installed in the garden, then the water is drained into the garden, or into the pit, and if inside the house, then it is poured into special containers, usually this is an ordinary bucket.
So that the water in the garden does not collect under the washbasin, crushed stone is poured under it. Wall-hung washbasins have gained immense popularity due to their low cost and ease of use.
There are also large-capacity washbasins for pouring water. They have a large number of advantages: you need to add water less often, the volume of the tank lasts for a long time, it has a tap valve. They are made from plastic and stainless steel.
Wash basins mounted on a counter
This option is very often used, since almost all novice gardeners made this design on their site, this is a washbasin on a counter. 
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The water tank is mounted on a stand, and this washbasin can be installed in any corner of the suburban area. 
This design can be made with your own hands and it will not take much time and material. Only pipes, a welding machine and a grinder for cutting metal are needed.
Measure first desired lengths pipes and cut them off. The end of the posts are cut at an angle so that they can be easily driven into the ground. A mount for a water tank is welded on the top of the rack.
Washbasin with cabinet type "moydodyr".
Such a washbasin consists of a bedside table, a sink and a washbasin installed on it. This design can also be placed at home as well as in the garden.
Under the nightstand is a container for drain or other household appliances. The presence of a sink allows you to wash vegetables and dishes, as they can be placed on the sink.
In addition, a mirror, towel holders and other stands for various things can be attached to the top of the washbasin.
How to make a washbasin yourself?
Wash basins for summer cottages don't cost a lot of money. The price depends on the design and type of washbasin, as well as on its function. In addition, anyone can make a washbasin.
Washbasin selection
When choosing, pay attention to the shape and size of the water tank. From these criteria begins the selection of a washbasin.
And it is also very important where you want to operate it, at home or on the site. The shapes of the containers play very important role, the pressure of flowing water from the tap will depend on their shape.
And you also need to consider how and where the faucet or washbasin valve is located. This will depend on the amount of water.
Washbasin cabinet frame
If you want to make a cabinet and a washbasin with your own hands, then you need to take into account some points. For example, will you need a place under the sink for household utensils, the size of the washbasin, the presence of hooks and a mirror.
85 cm to 1 m most comfortable height the location of the sink, then these values are taken from the height and proportions of the family members who will use the washbasin.
The frame is welded from metal corners or a profile, which are marked according to the size of the washbasin. You can also make a frame from boards or bars, but nothing resists the strength of the metal.
Also, if the washbasin is to be installed at home, you can attach a countertop to it, on which you can cut food and cook.
Photo of washbasins for giving
For convenience and comfort in country estates, you can create a washbasin for a summer residence with your own hands. An inexpensive and effortless device can make life so much more enjoyable. Even if in country house there is a full-fledged water supply system, an outdoor washstand on the site allows you to quickly rinse your hands after working with soil, fertilizers, weeds.
Types of washbasins
It may seem that a do-it-yourself washstand for giving with your own hands can only be made of the simplest design. In fact, even a novice master is able, with the help of the most simple tools create a comfortable and very beautiful washbasin. The degree of comfort is determined by the design of the structure.
At your own choice, you can give preference to one of the most common models:
- hinged (with a clamping spout or crane),
- on a stand that can be easily carried and installed anywhere on the site, even where there is no suitable support,
- "moydodyr" - a design with a pedestal in which a container for collecting waste water is located,
- heated products.
If you need to pick up or without it, then our review article will help you with this.
And the characteristics that the popular and inexpensive have are presented in other material on the site.
We also have instructions on how to make . Selection of materials and sequence of work.
Washbasin from a plastic bottle
If you are thinking how to make a washbasin in the country with your own hands easily, quickly and simply, the design of plastic bottle will be the best solution. You can create such a design in a few minutes with virtually no cost. Such a washstand will serve perfectly until you build a more perfect structure, and maybe it will be in demand in the future.
The general principle of creating such washstands is the same - a plastic bottle is suspended and fixed vertically with the neck down. Such a bottle can be filled through the neck, but for this the bottle will have to be removed from the support. If a rigid fixation is provided, the bottom can be cut off at the container. In this case, it is better to supply a washbasin top cover(for example, made from a cut off bottom part) to prevent dust and debris from entering the water.
Variations usually relate to the water supply device.
- The simplest outdoor washbasin for a summer residence is a plastic bottle, in the lid of which a hole is made, and an ordinary nail with a blunt point is placed in it. The nail cap is inside the bottle, and the hole diameter larger diameter nail, but less than the diameter of its cap. Thus, in a free position, the nail head is pressed against the hole, blocking the exit of water. If necessary, wash your hands, just lift it up by pressing on the free end of the nail from the bottom up. The advantage of the design is its simplicity, however, there are significant drawbacks. For example, a nail that is constantly in water quickly rusts. In addition, using such a pressure device is not always convenient. The model may well work as an outdoor washstand for giving, but it is difficult to wash dishes with it because of the inconvenience of the drain part and because of the small capacity.
- Washstand for giving street hinged from a plastic bottle can as drain device have the usual "native" cover with a hole in the side. When such a cap is fully screwed, the opening is blocked by the neck of the bottle. Partially opening the lid, you release the hole, the water begins to flow from the washbasin. The inconvenience of using this design lies in the difficulty of regulating the intensity of the water supply. The advantage, like the previous version, is the simplicity of the device.
- A more comfortable outdoor washstand for giving your own hands from a plastic bottle can be made, having provided the neck of the container with a small faucet. It can be purchased or removed from faulty equipment ( washing machine etc.). It is not difficult to fix the tap on the neck with electrical tape.
Mounted models from canisters
If a do-it-yourself summer washstand built from bottles in the country does not meet the needs of the family even with temporary use, you can install a larger model from a plastic or metal canister, or even a bucket. To do this, cut or knock out a hole in the container into which the tap is installed.
If necessary, for better tightness, first a squeegee is installed in the hole knocked out in the canister, supplying it with rubber gaskets on both sides. The position of the sway is fixed with nuts from the outer and inside cans. A crane is installed on the slope.
At installation, it is important to ensure the tightness of the joints. If you choose a model from a canister, it should be borne in mind that the volume of the drain will be larger, which means that you should think about diverting drains.
The following options are possible:
- a container for collecting liquid, installed under the washbasin,
- drainage ditch,
- drainage channel to etc.
If the site has permeable soil, into which water easily drains, you can allow the liquid to soak into the soil. In this case, it is recommended to fill the space under the washbasin with gravel, crushed stone or expanded clay for better drainage.
Rack Models
Washbasins on racks are containers with taps fixed on a frame. The frame has "legs" at the bottom that go into the ground. Thus, the washstand on the rack moves freely and is installed in any part personal plot. For ease of installation, a transverse crossbar is made above the support legs - this is a kind of “pedal”. You can quickly and reliably install the structure by pressing the crossbar with your foot.
The frame structure of the washbasin on the rack must be reliably protected from moisture, especially its supporting parts, which are immersed in the ground.
A tank with a tap can be purchased or made independently. Please note: the depth of immersion of the legs for reliable stability increases in proportion to the mass of the structure. This important factor when choosing the material of the tank and its volume.
Washbasin with cabinet
A more solid and convenient do-it-yourself country washbasin can be made with a pedestal and its own support for a bulk tank. Such a model can be installed outdoors, on a covered veranda and in the house. To create it, you will need materials, however, for reasons of economy, you can not purchase them on purpose, but use improvised or leftovers from construction and installation work in another direction.
The main elements of such a washstand, called "moidodyr", are a sink (in this capacity, you can even use an old sink dismantled during repairs) and a filling tank, which can be purchased ready-made or made by yourself. In the second case, certain skills will be required. If a washstand is provided for giving without heating, the tank may be plastic. If you want to provide maximum comfort and provide "moidodyr" with a heating element, it is advisable to choose a container made of metal.
The washbasin with cabinet is frame structure sheathed with sheet or panel material. It can be used as:
- plywood,
- plastic,
- polycarbonate,
- polymer panels,
- sheet steel, etc.
The photo shows another version of the cabinet, in the manufacture of which wooden boards were used. For the frame of the washbasin with cabinet are used wooden bars with a square in cross section (the side of the square is 50-80 mm) or a corner made of steel 25x25 or 40x40 mm.
Work is performed in the following order:
- Measurement of the sink and calculation of the dimensions of the cabinet.
- cutting frame material(bar or corner) according to the given dimensions (8 identical segments to form the upper and lower horizontal squares).
- cutting off uprights(4 bars).
- Assembly (knocking down, welding, etc.) of the frame.
Important: When installing the washbasin outdoors, materials that are not resistant to moisture are recommended to be painted or varnished.
Drainage of water is organized in the most convenient way.
- The easiest way is to substitute a bucket to collect wastewater.
- For stationary structures you can arrange a drain into the sewer or ditch.
- With good soil permeability, water can be drained into the soil by first filling the drain site with drainage material (crushed stone, gravel, etc.) to a height of 25-35 cm.
When sheathing the frame on all walls of the pedestal, except for the front, sheets or panels are fixed rigidly. Two or one (depending on the dimensions of the product) doors are arranged in the front part. A tank or bucket is placed in the cabinet under the sink, where water will drain.
A frame vertical superstructure should be installed above the sink, on which it will be fixed.
Such a washbasin can be additionally equipped with a countertop and a dish dryer made of slats.
Do you want to know, ? Then read our separate article with step by step instructions for work.
Heated washbasin
A washbasin, in which there will be not only cold, but also hot water, is a real luxury for a summer residence. Such structures, as a rule, are installed permanently, since they require connection to the mains. By design, such a metal washstand for giving can be a “moidodyr” or a model on a stand.
To heat the liquid in the tank, you can use conventional boiler, however experienced craftsmen recommend purchase a special heating element with a thermostat. Please note that the power of the heating element must be selected in accordance with the volume of the tank. With insufficient power, you will have to wait a long time until the water heats up, and with too much power, it is likely that the water will overheat. In addition, you should choose the optimal design and heating mode. If there is only one tank and it is not divided into chambers, the water will need to be heated to a temperature of about 40 ° C, with a divided tank (one section for cold, and the other, with a heating element, for hot water), the heating temperature should be higher. The tank in this case is equipped not with an ordinary tap, but with a mixer.
When making your own electric washstand for a heated summer house, to ensure safety, it is important to take care of the insulation of the current-carrying wire, as well as to provide the structure with a float level indicator or its more complex analogue, and also, in the absence of a thermostat, a thermometer to control water heating.
Another option on how to make a washstand in the country is shown in the video.
As they say, if the little things determine the consciousness of everyday life, then the washstand determines ... I don’t know what. But it definitely makes life easier with him. I don’t have a stationary washstand on the site, and the builders took theirs. So somehow I got ready and went shopping in search of. I didn’t like everything I saw on sale, so this article appeared here.
Method number 1: a nail in a cork
The simplest and most obvious, of course. We make a hole in the center of the cap from a plastic bottle, insert the nail with the cap inside, screw the cap.
Problems: water leaks, the nail rusts. And besides, there is a common problem for all washstands with a stem: while you press from below, water flows, but your hands are busy and you can’t wash them, and when you let go, your hands are free and you can wash, but the water doesn’t flow anymore :).
Method number 2: a hole in the cork
Making it in a bottle cap triangular cutout on the side. Then, by turning the lid, the water will flow out, by turning it back, the faucet closes. Original and simple.
Problems? Read a funny story from one forum:
“I built a washstand from a 5-liter bottle according to the described recipe: you turn the lid slightly - a thin stream flows. The unit hung at the corner of the gazebo, dug a shallow hole at the bottom and poured a bucket and a half of PGS into it. Everything worked perfectly while I was busy putting the dacha in order. And then - relatives began to arrive ...
The mother was the first to get caught: she wanted it to flow better and turned away more - the lid flies off, all the water goes down at once! I explain that it is necessary to unscrew less. An hour later, the mother-in-law comes to the washstand ... Well, you understand. He explained the same thing, though not so calmly. And then the wife goes to wash her hands ... yes, not once, but twice within an hour! Taking into account the fact that the day is just beginning, and the water is imported and it is almost gone, my educational speech begins to resemble a motorcycle without a silencer.
And here the washbasin attracts the attention of children. Usually you can't force them to wash their hands, but this is under a normal faucet. Well, I make a special step for them from a large block of wood. Voila! Children unscrew the lid in the same way twice in a row! Scolding children does not turn language ... The next day I go to the store and buy a regular 3-liter plastic washbasin. Hung in the same place ... "
Method number 3: a faucet in the neck of a bottle
By analogy with the first two practically. We take a faucet from the washing machine, for example, a couple of turns of electrical tape, and you're done.
Method number 4: faucet in a plastic container
Instead of a bottle, we just take a five-liter plastic container, drill-cut a hole at the bottom, insert a purchased faucet. Voila. It remains to come up with a drain :)
Method number 5: a faucet in a regular bucket
Whoever likes it. Of the benefits - the bucket is easier to decorate (see the video below).
Method number 6: pin + cork + bottle
We make several holes in the lid of a large plastic bottle, plus 1 in the center. Insert a pin into the center. Attach a handle to the bottom. Inside we insert a rubber plug-plug attached to the pin. Like a drain plug in a bathroom or a faucet from an apothecary heating pad.
Method number 7: "for advanced"
We take a 5-liter bottle. We cut a hole 10 × 8 cm in its bottom.
We take a steel bar 18 cm long and 5 mm in diameter. With a hacksaw for metal, we cut the upper end of the rod along the axis. We separate the ends of the rod with a screwdriver. At the opposite end, I cut the M5 thread. On the rod we make two transverse cuts with a depth of 1 mm at a distance of 65 mm from the end. We hook a washer and a fixing bracket made of wire with a diameter of 3 mm onto the rod. We insert a clamping spring with a diameter of 10 mm into the bracket. Its height is 15 mm more than the height of the bracket. On the rod to the support washer we put on a rubber gasket with a diameter of 10 mm. Put a rubber washer on the bottom. Drill a hole in the center of the lid. We assemble everything: we fasten the bracket with the snap-in to the roof with two self-tapping screws, fasten the cap from the tube of toothpaste to the lower end of the rod. We cover the metal parts with enamel so that they do not rust, put them in a tank to dry. All…
Method number 8: a washbasin from a kettle
What could be easier? We hung up the kettle, put a basin underneath - that's all.
Do-it-yourself video on creating washstands
Method number 9: designer washbasin from buckets
A master class on creating a washstand from a galvanized bucket and a faucet, as well as a washbasin from a larger bucket, a colander and a siphon. The buckets are beautifully pasted over with a film, so they called it a “designer washbasin for a summer residence” :)
