Pets and Outdoor Fountains
Pets and Outdoor Fountains Be sure to take your pet into consideration when you are planning on installing a water feature. Pets such as dogs could mistake your freestanding fountain with a large pool to cool off in or a pond from which to drink.
Think about setting up a water fountain in your yard since it is a feature that will affect your treasured pets positively. Think about the best place to put your water feature if you do not want birds to use it as a bathing pond. If you intend to purposely entice birds, however, installing a birdbath is a good solution. Wall water features are excellent for indoor use as well if you want to avoid these problems. These types of fountains are perfect for dental and medical practices, not to mention grand estates.
Setting Up and Maintaining Large Garden Fountains
Setting Up and Maintaining Large Garden Fountains An important first step before installing any outdoor wall feature is to consider the space you have available. It will require a strong wall to support its overall weight. Therefore for smaller areas or walls, a more lightweight feature is going to be more suitable. In order to power the fountain, an electrical plug will need to be close by. Since there are many types of outdoor wall fountains, installation methods vary, but the majority include easy to follow instructions. All you will need to correctly install your outdoor wall fountain is normally provided in easy-to-use kits. A submersible pump, hoses and basin, or reservoir, are provided in the kit. The basin can normally be concealed among your garden plants if it is not too big. Since outdoor wall fountains require little care, the only thing left to do is clean it regularly.
Change the water frequently so it is always clean. Remember to remove debris like leaves, twigs or dirt as fast as possible. Furthermore, outdoor fountains should always be shielded from freezing temperatures during the winter months. In order to avoid any damage, such as cracking, from freezing water during the cold winter months, relocate your pump inside. The bottom line is that if you properly maintain and look after for your outdoor fountain, it will bring you joy for many years.
Keeping Your Wall fountain Clean
Keeping Your Wall fountain Clean To ensure that water fountains last a while, it is vital to practice regular maintenance. It is important to clean it out and remove any debris or foreign elements that might have dropped into or onto it. Also, algae is likely to build up anywhere natural light meets water.
In order to stay clear of this, there are some simple ingredients that can be added into the water, such as vinegar, sea salt, or hydrogen peroxide. Bleach can also be mixed into the water, however this is not an ideal option as it can hurt birds or other animals. Every three-four months, garden fountains should undergo a good cleaning. Before you can start cleaning it you should drain out all of the water. When you have done this, wash inside the water reservoir with a mild detergent. Feel free to use a toothbrush if necessary for any stubborn crevasses. Make sure all the soap is properly washed off.
Make sure you get rid of any calcium or plankton by taking the pump apart and scrubbing the inside thoroughly. Soaking it in vinegar for a time will make it easier to clean. If you want to remove build-up in your fountain, use rain water or mineral water rather than tap water, as these don’t contain any elements that might stick to the inside of the pump.
Finally, be sure to have a quick look at your fountain every day and add water if you see that the level is depleted. Low water levels can damage the pump - and you don't want that!