Features Hydro-Statics 101
Features Hydro-Statics 101 Liquid in a state of equilibrium exerts pressure on the objects it contacts, including its container. There are two types of force, hydrostatic energies and external forces. When pressing against a level wall, the fluid applies equal force at various points on the wall. When an subject is totally immersed in a liquid, vertical force is applied to the object at each and every point. We refer to this concept as Archimedes’ principle, which deals with the forces of buoyancy. Liquid acted on by hydrostatic force is then subject to hydrostatic pressure at the point of contact. These principles are applied to the containers used by plumbing, wells, and fountains.Exterior Wall Fountains: The Numerous Styles Available

Depending on your needs, you can select from mounted or freestanding models. You can place a mounted wall fountain because they are small and self-contained. Fountains of this kind need to be lightweight, therefore, they are typically fabricated from resin (resembling stone) or fiberglass. Floor fountains are freestanding, sizable, and also have a basin on the floor as well as a flat side against the wall. Typically made of cast stone, these water features have no weight limitations.
Landscape professionals often recommend a custom-built fountain for a brand new or existing wall. The basin and all the necessary plumbing are best installed by a trained mason. It is also necessary to add a spout or fountain mask to build it into the wall. Custom-built wall fountains lend to a unified look because they become part of the landscape rather than look like a later addition.