Attractive Wall Fountains

Wall elements are an ideal option if the space you occupy is more modern in appearance. They can also add a touch of chic to your decor since they are also built in modern-day materials including glass and stainless steel. Is the floor space in your house or workplace scarce? A wall water fountain might be the best solution for you. Since they are displayed on a wall, these features do not take up precious space. These types of fountains are particularly prevalent in bustling office buildings. Wall fountains are not constrained to inside use, however. Consider using fiberglass or resin for your outside wall water feature. Spruce up your patio, courtyard, or other exterior areas with a water fountain made of these water-resistant materials.

Wall fountains can be manufactured in a wide array of different styles ranging from contemporary to classic and provincial. You can choose the best style based upon your own style. The kind of material used depends on the type of environment which needs to be decorated such as slate for a traditional lodge or sleek glass for a modern residence. You can pick the material most appropriate to your needs. Fountains are features which no doubt delight people who visit your home.

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Where did Large Outdoor Fountains Come From?

Pure functionality was the original role of fountains. Inhabitants of cities, townships and small towns utilized them as a source of drinking water and a place to wash up, which meant that fountains had to be connected to nearby aqueduct or spring. Until the late 19th, century most water fountains operated using gravity to allow water to flow or jet into the air, therefore, they needed a source of water such as a reservoir or aqueduct located higher than the fountain. Fountains were not only utilized as a water source for drinking water, but also to decorate homes and celebrate the artist who created it. The main components used by the Romans to create their fountains were bronze or stone masks, mostly depicting animals or heroes. During the Middle Ages, Muslim and Moorish garden designers included fountains in their designs to re-create the gardens of paradise. The fountains seen in the Gardens of Versailles were meant to show the power over nature held by King Louis XIV of France. Seventeen and 18 century Popes sought to laud their positions by adding decorative baroque-style fountains at the point where restored Roman aqueducts arrived into the city.

Urban fountains created at the end of the nineteenth served only as decorative and celebratory ornaments since indoor plumbing provided the necessary drinking water. The creation of unique water effects and the recycling of water were two things made possible by replacing gravity with mechanical pumps.

Nowadays, fountains adorn public areas and are used to pay tribute to individuals or events and fill recreational and entertainment needs.

Keep Your Outdoor Water fountain Clean

A thorough cleaning every 3-4 months is best for garden fountains. The first task is to empty out all of the water. Then use a soft rag and mild cleanser to scrub the inside. If there is delicate artwork, you might need to use a toothbrush for those hard-to-reach areas. Any soap residue left on your fountain can damage it, so be sure it is all rinsed off.

It is highly suggested taking the pump apart to better clean the inside and remove any plankton or calcium. To make it less challenging, soak it in vinegar overnight before cleaning. If you want to remove build-up in your fountain, use rain water or mineral water versus tap water, as these don’t contain any elements that might stick to the inside of the pump.

And finally, make sure the water level is consistently full in order to keep your fountain operating smoothly. If the water level falls below the pump’s intake level, it can damage the pump and cause it to burn out - something you do not want to happen!

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