No Pool, No Problem! 8 DIY Water Tables

The perfect way to beat the heat, these ingenious tables were put together by some very resourceful moms and dads. Click through to get inspired!

By Lauren Hill August 3, 2016

During the sweltering days of summer, entertain your little fishes with an aquatic play space that’s all their own. The perfect way to beat the heat, these ingenious tables were put together by some very resourceful moms and dads. Featuring everything from built-in fountains to added sensory stations, check out the custom water tables below and prepare to splash!

Water WOW

One very handy dad transformed an ordinary storage bin into a tabletop splash pad for his son’s first birthday. Complete with automatic fountains and sprayers; find step-by-step instructions and a complete list of materials at Instructables.

photo: Erik Johnson

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Editor’s Note: While we love all these awesome ideas, please be sure to supervise kids at all times while in or near the water.

— Lauren Hill