Second brace: With the first brace affixed and the hole duly drilled, I pondered the optimal elevation for the overflow. A lofty positioning risked splashes and subsequent water loss, while a lower placement compromised the auditory and visual aesthetics. After due consideration, I settled upon a distance of approximately sixteen inches from the apex of the trough. This served as the anchoring point for the second brace, which was meticulously notched to accommodate the spillway.
Set spillway: Nestling the spillway into the previously carved recess, I slightly tilted it forward to promote fluid flow. Introducing the third brace atop it, I exerted a gentle pressure to secure the spillway firmly in position. Concurrently, I channeled the tubing through the pre-drilled aperture, establishing a connection between the spillway and the pump discreetly nestled at the trough’s base.
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