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What Are Large Outdoor Fountains Crafted From?

A prevalent choice today is copper, and it is used in the crafting of many sculptural garden fountains. Copper is appropriate for many fountain styles, including tabletop and cascade water fountains, and can be placed either inside or outside - making it a great choice. Copper is also versatile enough that you can select a range of styles for your fountain, from contemporary to whimsical.

Brass water fountains are also common, although they tend to have a more traditional look than copper ones. Brass fountains are often designed with intriguing artwork, so they are popular even if they are a bit conventional.

The most modern metal right now is perhaps stainless steel. Adding a modern-looking steel design will immediately add value to your garden and elevate the overall mood. Like all water fountains, you can get them in just about any size you prefer.

Fiberglass fountains are well liked because they look similar to metal but are more affordable and much less cumbersome to move around. It is easy to clean and maintain a fiberglass water fountain, yet another reason they are popular.

Pick from all Sorts of Exterior Fountains

A striking impact is produced when a spouting fountain sends a shooting stream of water up into the air. If your pond is sufficiently large, it can be incorporated without trouble. You may have encountered one of these in a recreation area or an old mansion.

Wall fountains are an excellent illustration of outdoor wall features. If you are eager to include a water feature, but are concerned because you have a small yard, do not hesitate to install one of these. Wall fountains are not flashy water features as compared to a spouting fountain. In this straightforward process, water is ejected from a little spout, runs down a beautifully textured wall, before being recovered at the bottom and returned to the top once again.

Your garden’s style dictates whether a themed fountain is best for you. If your cottage or garden is styled in a rustic manner, you should consider adding a traditional type of statue, such as a seraph holding the spout, to your fountain. Modern-day gardens, on the other hand, benefit from something more audacious. Let your creativity run free to choose the best option.

Tiered fountains are charming because the water flows down multiple levels. Cascading fountains is another name used to identify this type of fountain because water flows down multiple levels.

A significant amount of space is needed for an outdoor fountain, so another option is to install a wall fountain or a pondless fountain. These kinds of water features are ideal for an area with limited space because their reservoirs are hidden underground.

If you seek a feeling of peacefulness and calmness, install a Japanese fountain as these are considered to bring about such sensations. In this model of water feature the water passes through bamboo sticks. Water then streams into a bucket or a shaped stone, only to repeat the pattern over and over again.

Another sort of fountain is made of glass. Featuring shaped metalwork, trellis-style fountains of this kind have a more traditional aspect. Water features of this type are an excellent alternative for gardens with many sharp edges as well as contemporary forms and design. The flowing water creates a beautiful effect as it moves down the glass sheets. In some instances, the water is colored by LED lights as it flows down the glass panels. With water softly flowing down its surface, rock waterfall fountains, often made of imitation rock, are a possible 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 employed to push up the water which then bubbles and gurgles at the top. The water returns gently dripping down the sides of the rock to get to its starting point. This is yet another possibility for gardens with restricted space. Water is moved at low pressure in this type of fountain, so you can rest assured that it will not spray all over should the wind pick up.

The trend of installing solar powered fountains is becoming increasingly widespread. The lack of cables, the decreased hassle in dealing with them, the lower energy bills, and the benefits to our ecosystem are just some of the motives for this increased interest. There is no need to choose a specific model of outdoor solar-powered fountain because of the wide range of styles available on the market.

Eco-Friendly Fountains: Good for the Planet

Your monthly electric bill will most likely go up with running water fountains. Even though short-term expenses might be more substantial than you had predicted, don't forget that your home is increasing in value.

Higher costs is not the only issue with using more electricity, the environment takes a big hit as well. The only source of energy used by solar powered water features is the sun making them a “green” option. The use of solar energy to heat or cool your home is much better for our planet.

This type of fountain needs less upkeep than others. Since solar fountains don't have motors, they don't get clogged which leads to little cleaning. Which ultimately means more time to chill out in your yard.