Green Large Outdoor Fountains

Constant running water fountains will most probably lead to a higher electric bill at the end of the month. Although short-term expenses might be higher than you had anticipated, don't forget that your residence is increasing in value.

Higher costs is not the only issue with using more electricity, the environment takes a big hit as well. Solar powered water fountains are a good alternative to becoming “green”. Using solar energy to run a water feature is not only favorable to our environment but it also heats and cools our homes.

This kind of water fountain doesn't need as much maintenance as others.

These water features need less maintenance than other kinds. Since solar fountains don't have motors, they don't get clogged which leads to little cleaning. And since there is little cleaning to do, you will have more time to enjoy yourself!

The Origins Of Fountains

From the onset, outdoor fountains were simply meant to serve as functional elements. People in cities, towns and villages received their drinking water, as well as water to bathe and wash, from aqueducts or springs in the area. Up until the 19th century, fountains had to be more elevated and closer to a water supply, including aqueducts and reservoirs, in order to take advantage of gravity which fed the fountains. Serving as an element of decoration and celebration, fountains also supplied clean, fresh drinking water. Animals or heroes made of bronze or stone masks were often used by Romans to beautify their fountains. Muslims and Moorish garden designers of the Middle Ages included fountains to re-create smaller models of the gardens of paradise. To show his dominance over nature, French King Louis XIV included fountains in the Garden of Versailles. To mark the entryway of the restored Roman aqueducts, the Popes of the 17th and 18th centuries commissioned the construction of baroque style fountains in the spot where the aqueducts entered the city of Rome

Since indoor plumbing became the standard of the day for clean, drinking water, by the end of the 19th century urban fountains were no longer needed for this purpose and they became purely decorative. Amazing water effects and recycled water were made possible by replacing the power of gravity with mechanical pumps.

These days, fountains decorate public areas and are used to honor individuals or events and fill recreational and entertainment needs.

Pick from Countless Exterior Wall Fountain Designs

Depending on your wishes, you can select from mounted or freestanding types. Little, self-contained mounted wall fountains can be installed on any surface. One of the most important features of wall fountains is that they be lightweight, so they are normally made of fiberglass or resin to mirror the look of stone. Free-standing fountains, often referred to as floor fountains, are of considerable size, have a basin situated on the ground and a smooth side which leans against a wall. Normally made of cast stone, these water features have no weight limitations.

Landscape professionals often propose a customized fountain for a brand new or existing wall. The basin and all the necessary plumbing are best installed by a trained mason. It is also necessary to include a spout or fountain mask to build it into the wall. Customized wall fountains contribute to a unified appearance because they become part of the scenery rather than look like a later addition.

The Elegance of Simple Garden Decor: The Garden Water fountain

The most utilized materials employed to manufacture garden wall fountains are stone and metal, even though they can be made out of many other elements. Knowing the style you wish for indicates the right material to use. It is important to buy hand-crafted, lightweight garden wall features which are also simple to hang. The water feature you buy needs to be easy to maintain as well. While there may be some cases in which the setup needs a bit more care, generally the majority require a minimal amount of work to install since the only two parts which require scrutiny are the re-circulating pump and the hanging parts. Little exertion is needed to enliven your garden with these sorts of water features.