email:   Spencer@waterwheelplace.com                Spencer Boyd   (706)207-1080                         2/26/10      note:     The next 6 weeks is my slow time of year so most wheels ordered can be built fairly quickly,     by late spring the backlog of orders is usually over 8 weeks and over 10 weeks by mid summer so please order early. Look at this page,    get some ideas,    then go to the Wheel Styles page to help you decide which design works best for you along with any accessories you may want. Anouther Best of Show winner- this one @ the trade show in UT.       Congratulations to Rock Placing Company of Spokane WA.      Four out of the last five water wheels I've built for companies that build trade show displays have won Best of Show awards.       A water wheel in your garden pond adds a vertical element, motion, and a unique touch that makes your water feature stand out.     Looking to make some power with a water wheel?    I build power wheels using computer derived formulas to maximize their power potential.         I hope you enjoy my water wheels as much as I do; I build them because I think they are beautiful.

To the right is a Rustic style water wheel being installed. From large to small, wide or narrow, ornamental or power producing, I can build a durable low maintence water wheel to fits your needs.  Check out the water wheel video on the tabs to the left.                   All of my water wheels are available as an undershot (pushed by the water running underneath) wheels to be run in stream.

The waterwheel to the left is pushed by the water flowing under it (undershot) and is a popular location for weddings.    I generally use inland cedar and western red cedar for their beauty and natural resistance to decay although other woods are available.        I also use double plated screws and bolts in predrilled/camphered holes and Lexal before staining and sealing to assure years of trouble free beauty. Since every waterwheel is a little different you will need to contact me with some ideas about what you are looking for so I can give you a firm quote.       Spencer Boyd       (706)207-1080       Spencer@waterwheelplace.com

To the right is a Rustic style water wheel which has been mounted in a spectacular display in Utah sure to grab the attention of any potential customers who may drive by.      Made from rough cut Cedar with black bolt construction my Rustic style wheels make a strong impression with their massive construction simular to wheels from old mills.     You can see the optional wheel brakes mounted to the axle allowing this customer to run more water over the wheel while maintaining a slow steady speed.  You tell me what you want and I can build it for you.

To the left are 2 Flared Spoke style water wheels.        The larger one (6 foot diameter) has 12 spokes per side and adjustable steel hubs went to UT.        The smaller one is 30" tall with an all wood hub and went to Alabama.

These wheels can be mounted with supports on either side or using a single side mount (additional charge) like the one on an old mill house to the right.      Anouther single side mount can be seen further down this page. I can also build the stand for you if desired.

To the left is the ultimate in ornamental water wheels for a koi pond.     This functional Inner-Spoke style water wheel has split spokes and optional steel hubs.       Mounted on a basic stand kit (adjustable pump included) this 5 foot wheel with optional adjustable metal hubs will be installed in a "waterless" pond in Idaho.     This design is so beautiful several museums have ordered them.

This customer has really built a nice pond into his driveway turnaround using simple lines and heavy timbers to make a water feature that blends in with the raised area with the tree behind and the water splash can be heard from the house.      The Flared Spoke style water wheel is mounted on one of my basic stands which are designed to sit directly in your pond and includes a built in wheel brake. Spencer Boyd   (706)207-1080       Spencer@waterwheelplace.com

I have run my water wheels at my home and local businesses for years and have learned what works and what doesn't over time so not only are designed to look good  but I know they will last for many years with only 1-2 hours maintence per year (depending on wheel size).       I run 3 test wheels and often contact previous customers to check on how their wheels are doing.     It's a learning process and I'm always looking to improve my wheels.  About a third of the wheels I make are to replace waterwheels built by craftsman who make water wheels that leak like a seive from day 1, rust (all metal wheels - even expensive powercoated water wheels rust @ the joints), or fall apart due to poor wood selection so why buy from someone who claims to make a good product when you may need to buy a well made low maintence replacement built by me in a few years often @ a lower price. To the left is a flared spoke wheel being mounted on a deluxe stand in Georgia (call for pricing).      See this wheel in action here. You can see a Basic Stand here.

The 5 foot wheel to the right and the wheel water wheel pictured above are "Rustic" style water wheels.       Made from rough cut timber with black bolts (which gives the hardware a "hand forged" look) these wheels have straight spokes like they would have used 200 years ago.        Every one of my water wheels is hand build using many years of experience to give you a superior product.            Spencer (706)207-1080

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