The Vast Array of Outdoor Fountains

Sending a stream of water straight into the air, spouting fountains leave a striking impression. It is feasible to have one of these fitted into an existent, large pond. These sorts of fountains are often found in parks or historical manor homes.

One of the myriad examples of an outdoor water feature is a chic wall fountain. These types of fountains make great water features even if you only have a little garden. Wall fountains make an understated impression, contrary to the big impact produced by spouting fountains. In this straightforward process, water is ejected from a little spout, runs down a beautifully textured wall, before being received at the bottom and returned to the top once again.

Themed fountains are ideal when the design of your garden allows for them. In a rustic themed bungalow or yard, a classical styled statue for your fountain could include cherubs holding the spout. Modern gardens, on the other hand, benefit from something more audacious. Choosing what to do is completely in your hands.

Water spills down multiple levels in a tiered fountain. Water runs down numerous tiers in a cascading fountain.

Since external fountains occupy ample space, consider putting in a wall fountain or a pondless fountain. Fit in one of these fountains if your space is limited since their reservoirs are hidden from sight underground.

If you seek a feeling of peacefulness and calmness, install a Japanese fountain as these are believed to bring about such sensations. In this style of water feature the water passes through bamboo sticks. The cycle of water falling into a rustic-styled recipient or a molded stone repeats itself again and again.

Fountains created from glass are another type available. Creating a more classical look are trellis-style fountains which feature shaped metalwork. Water features such as these are best suited to yards with many sharp corners as well as modern-day forms and designs. As the water flows over the top of the glass it produces a dazzling impact. Colorful LED lights are also included in some fountains to illuminate the water as it progresses down the sheet of glass. With water softly streaming down its surface, rock waterfall fountains, often made of fake rock, are a viable option for your garden.

A large rock drilled with holes which then has pipes inserted into it is what distinguishes a bubbling rock fountain. Low pressure is used to push up the water which then bubbles and gurgles at the top. Water then streams as a gentle trickle down the sides of the rock to its base. Little gardens are perfect for this sort of fountain. Water is moved at low pressure in this kind of fountain, so you can be assured knowing that it will not spray all over should the wind pick up.

Powered by sunlight, solar fountains are growing to be increasingly trendy. The advantages of using this type of solar powered fountain is the lack of cables, lowered difficulty in installing them, the decrease in electric bills, and the positive effects they have on our environment. There is no need to settle on a specific model of outdoor solar-powered fountain because of the wide range of designs found on the market.

The Myriad Styles of Water Wall Fountains

Depending on your needs, you can choose from mounted or freestanding types. Mounted wall fountains are small and self-contained variations which can be hung on a wall. Ordinarily made of resin (to look like stone) or fiber glass, these types of fountains are lightweight and easy to hang. Floor fountains are freestanding, large, and also have a basin on the floor as well as a flat side against the wall. Water features such as these are typically manufactured of cast stone and have no weight limitations.

Custom-made fountains which can be integrated into a new or existing wall are often prescribed by landscaping designers. A professional mason is required to install the water basin against the wall and properly install all the plumbing inside or behind the wall. You will need to incorporate a spout or fountain mask into the wall. The cohesive look provided by custom-made wall fountains make them appear to be part of the landscape rather than an afterthought.