How to make a water fountain mosaic with a bathroom basin?

A1821801

Hello very helpful Bunnings experts, 

I have a second hand bathroom basin, which I would like to use to make a mosaic outdoor fountain. 

A) Can I use little mosaic tiles on porcelain?

B) Can a basin be turned into an outdoor fountain?

C) if yes, what type of adhesive do I use to stick the tiles to the basin?

D) Do I need to cover the porcelain in a ? membrane, prior adhering tiles?

E) Do you have suitable SOLAR pumps for a small basin/ fountain/ pond?  
F) Which grout would you recommend? 
Thank you. 

EricL

Hello @A1821801 

That is an excellent project to be undertaking. Please allow me to try and answer your questions.

• Yes, you can use mosaic tiles on a porcelain basin. The surface of the basin must be sanded down to remove the ceramic gloss coating that protects the surface of the basin. I suggest using a 40 grit to 60 grit sandpaper to rough up the surface of the basin.
   
• Yes, a basin can be turned into an outdoor fountain. The basin will need a pedestal or a permanent spot where it will be positioned. The outlet and overflow must be permanently covered to prevent water leaking out. 
   
• Once the basin has been roughed up and all the shiny coating has been removed you can use Dunlop 310ml Tile-All Plus Premixed Tile Adhesive to stick the mosaic tiles to the basin surface.
   
• The basin does not have to covered in any membrane.
   
• I propose looking at the Aquapro AP960SP Solar Pump And Panel Kit. My best advice is to clean the pump often to prevent sediment from clogging the pump.
   
• I recommend using Dunlop 1.5kg Flexible Coloured Grout - White
   
• Please note - to seal the mosaic and grout for permanent immersion, I suggest using Crommelin 1L Clear Pond Sealer. 

Let me call on our experienced member @Adam_W for his recommendation.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric