Where did Garden Water Fountains Originate from?

Originally, fountains only served a functional purpose. Cities, towns and villages made use of nearby aqueducts or springs to provide them with drinking water as well as water where they could bathe or wash. Up until the 19th century, fountains had to be more elevated and closer to a water source, such as aqueducts and reservoirs, in order to benefit from gravity which fed the fountains. Fountains were an excellent source of water, and also served to decorate living areas and celebrate the designer. Bronze or stone masks of wildlife and heroes were commonly seen on Roman fountains. During the Middle Ages, Muslim and Moorish garden designers included fountains in their designs to re-create the gardens of paradise. Fountains played a considerable role in the Gardens of Versailles, all part of French King Louis XIV’s desire to exercise his power over nature. 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 made at the end of the 19th century served only as decorative and celebratory ornaments since indoor plumbing provided the necessary drinking water. Impressive water effects and recycled water were made possible by switching the force of gravity with mechanical pumps.

Embellishing city parks, honoring people or events and entertaining, are some of the uses of modern-day fountains.

Choose from Countless Outdoor Wall Fountain Styles

The two kinds of water features available to you are mounted and stand-alone models. Small, self-contained versions can be placed on a wall are called mounted wall fountains. Wall fountains made of resin ( similar to stone) or fiberglass are typically lightweight so they can be easily hung. In large stand-alone fountains, otherwise referred to as wall fountains, the basin is situated on the ground with the smooth side positioned against a wall. Normally made of cast stone, these water features have no weight constraints.

Many skilled landscapers prefer custom-built fountains which can be incorporated into a brand-new wall or an existing one. Placing the basin against the wall and installing all the plumbing work requires a professional mason to do it properly. A fountain mask or a spout also needs to be incorporated into the wall. A tailor-made wall fountain blends into the landscape instead of standing out because it was a later addition, which contributes to a cohesive look.