Keeping Your Landscape Fountain Tidy
Keeping Your Landscape Fountain Tidy It is essential to carefully maintain water fountains for them to function optimally. Leaves, twigs, and bugs often find their way into fountains, so it is important to keep yours free from such debris. Also, algae is likely to build up anywhere natural light meets water. Mix hydrogen peroxide, sea salt, or vinegar into the water to avoid this particular problem. Some people opt for adding bleach into the water, but the drawback is that it harms wildlife - so it should be avoided.A complete cleaning every three-four months is recommended for garden fountains. To start with you must drain the water. When you have done this, scour inside the water reservoir with a gentle detergent. If there are any small grooves, work with a toothbrush to get every spot. Any soap residue remaining on your fountain can damage it, so be sure it is all rinsed off.
Numerous organisms and calcium deposits may get inside the pump, so it is recommended to take it apart and clean it thoroughly. You might want to let it soak in vinegar for a few hours to make it quicker to wash. Mineral or rain water, versus tap water, is ideal in order to eliminate any build-up of chemicals inside the pump.
Lastly, make sure your fountain is always full by checking it every day - this will keep it in tip-top shape. If the water level drops below the pump’s intake level, it can harm the pump and cause it to burn out - something you don't want to happen!
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