Where did Landscape Fountains Begin?

Pure practicality was the original role of fountains. Residents of urban areas, townships and small towns used them as a source of drinking water and a place to wash up, which meant that fountains needed to be linked to nearby aqueduct or spring. Up to the late nineteenth century, water fountains had to be near an aqueduct or reservoir and more elevated than the fountain so that gravity could make the water flow downwards or jet high into the air. Fountains were not only utilized as a water source for drinking water, but also to decorate homes and celebrate the artist who created it. Animals or heroes made of bronze or stone masks were often used by Romans to beautify their fountains. To illustrate the gardens of paradise, Muslim and Moorish garden planners of the Middle Ages introduced fountains to their designs. To demonstrate his prominence over nature, French King Louis XIV included fountains in the Garden of Versailles. Seventeen and 18 century Popes sought to laud their positions by adding beautiful baroque-style fountains at the point where restored Roman aqueducts arrived into the city.

Urban fountains made at the end of the 19th century functioned only as decorative and celebratory ornaments since indoor plumbing provided the necessary drinking water. Gravity was substituted by mechanical pumps in order to permit fountains to bring in clean water and allow for amazing water displays.

Nowadays, fountains decorate public spaces and are used to honor individuals or events and fill recreational and entertainment needs.

What Are Fountains Made From?

One of the most common metals for sculptural garden fountains presently is copper. Copper is used in cascade and tabletop water fountains as well as many other styles, making it versatile enough for inside and outside fountains. Another benefit of copper fountains is they are flexible and come in a wide variety of styles.

Also common, brass fountains generally have a more old-fashioned style to them versus their copper counterpart. Even though they are a bit old-fashioned, brass fountains are quite popular because they often incorporate interesting artwork.

Most consumers today see stainless steel as the most modern alternative. A cutting-edge steel design will quickly increase the value of your garden as well as the feeling of serenity. Like all water fountains, you can find them in just about any size you want.

Fiberglass fountains are well liked because they look similar to metal but are more affordable and much less difficult to move around. The maintenance of fiberglass water fountains is quite simple, so they have many benefits that people appreciate.

The Rewards of Indoor Wall Water Features

In addition, convalescence is believed to go faster when indoor water features are used in treatment. A number of illnesses are thought to get better with their use, as such they are suggested by physicians and mental health therapists. People with PTSD or insomnia, as well as other medical conditions, are thought to recuperate better with the soothing, delicate sounds of flowing water.

A sense of safety and well-being is heightened, according to research, when you add an wall fountain in your home. Human beings, as well as this planet, could not thrive without the sight and sound of water.

The life-altering power of water has long been considered as one of two crucial components used in the teachings of feng-shui. The main precepts of feng-shui state that we can attain serenity and harmony by harmonizing the interior elements in our surroundings. Our homes must include some kind of water element. The front of your home, including the entryway, is the best place to put in a fountain.

Any one of a number of choices in water walls, whether a wall mounted waterfall, a freestanding feature or a customized fountain, will certainly provide you and your family many benefits. Placing a fountain in a main room, according to some reports, seems to make people happier, more content, and calm than people who do not have one.

Keeping Your Garden Wall Fountain Tidy

Experts recommend that the typical garden fountain undergoes a thorough cleaning every 3-4 months. First off you must remove the water. Next use gentle and a soft sponge to clean inside the reservoir. Feel free to use a toothbrush if needed for any smaller crevasses. Any soap residue that remains on your fountain can harm it, so be sure it is all rinsed off.

Make sure you get rid of any calcium or plankton by taking the pump apart and washing the inside thoroughly. Letting it soak in vinegar for a few hours first will make it much easier to clean. Neither rain water nor mineral water contain substances that will build up inside the pump, so use either over tap water if possible.

Finally, be sure to have a quick look at your fountain every day and add water if you notice that the level is too low. Allowing the water level to get too low can cause damage to the pump - and you certainly don't want that!