The Early, Unappreciated Water-Moving Alternative

The Early, Unappreciated Water-Moving Alternative Unfortuitously, Agrippa’s wonderful plan for raising water wasn’t mentioned much following 1588, when Andrea Bacci acclaimed it widely. Just years later, in 1592, the earliest modern Roman waterway, the Acqua Felice, was attached to the Medici’s villa, perhaps making the unit outmoded. Its triumph might have been brief but the system conceived by Camillo Agrippa was still different from anything designed in Italy during the period which divided the modern years from classic Rome.Early, Unappreciated Water-Moving Alternative 994712472755.jpg Renaissance landscapes of the later part of the sixteenth century were home to works like musical water features, scenographic water demonstrations and water caprices (giochi d’acqua), but these were not brimming with water in ways that violated the force of gravity itself.

A Solar Energy Powered Garden Wall Fountain

A Solar Energy Powered Garden Wall Fountain Do you want to make your personal space just a little more beautiful? Stop looking! Solar water fountains are the perfect solution - they bring beauty to any home and at the same time add financial value to the property. You get all the rewards of an electric fountain, as well as other monetary benefits and an overall betterment to your health. Even though there may be a greater expense at the beginning, the long-term investment will make it worthwhile. Despite occasional power shortages, your fountain will not be affected as it does not run on electricity.

Your monthly electric bill will most likely increase with running water fountains. Keep in mind that while you may not notice any rewards right away, your home will be worth more further down the road.

The increased expenses resulting from using more electricity is not the only factor, it also damages our eco-system. Becoming “green” is just one of the pros of installing a solar water fountain running only on the power of the sun. Using solar energy to heat or cool your home is much better for our planet.

This sort of water fountain doesn't need as much upkeep as others.

These water features require less cleaning than other kinds. Since solar fountains don't have motors, they don't get clogged which leads to little cleaning.Solar Energy Powered Garden Wall Fountain 669769117609065.jpg And less cleaning equals more time to enjoy yourself!

The Countless Possibilities in Wall Fountains

The Countless Possibilities in Wall FountainsCountless Possibilities Wall Fountains 1549783626931.jpg A small patio or a courtyard is a great place to situate your wall fountain when you seek out peace and quiet. Even a small space can include a customized one. Both the stand alone and mounted versions must have a spout, a water basin, internal tubing, and a pump. There are any number of different types available on the market including traditional, fashionable, classical, or Asian.

Stand-alone wall fountains, commonly known as floor fountains, are noticeably big and feature a basin on the ground.

A wall-mounted water feature can either be integrated onto a wall already in existence or built into a wall under construction. This type of fountain contributes to a cohesive look making it seem as if it was part of the landscape rather than an added feature.

Agrippa's Amazing, but Mostly Forgotten Water-Lifting System Though the device designed by Agrippa for lifting water gained the esteem of Andrea Bacci in 1588, it appeared to vanish not very long thereafter.It might have come to be obsolete once the Villa Medici was set to get water from the Acqua Felice, the early contemporary channel, in 1592.... read more


An Introduction to Garden Herbs Some gardeners are enticed to herbal plants which can effortlessly be grown indoors and out and are ideal in a variety of cooking methods.They are incredibly simple to grow both indoors or outdoors, and offer up instant gratification as you can incorporate them in a variety of recipes including soups, marinades and sauces.... read more


Public Drinking Fountains Around Berkley, California In February 2014, a tax on sugar-sweetened beverages was enacted in Berkley, CA, making it the first city in the United States to introduce such a regulation.The tax is intended to minimize sugary drink consumption and augment the consumption of healthier drinks, including water from fountains.... read more


Bernini's Public Fountains There are countless famous water fountains in Rome’s city center.One of the greatest sculptors and artists of the 17th century, nearly all of them were designed, conceptualized and built by Gian Lorenzo Bernini.... read more


The Benefits of Solar Powered Landscape Fountains There are many different power sources you can use for your garden wall fountain.Eco-friendly solar powered fountains, which are now easily available, have replaced older fountains which run on electricity.... read more