Where did Garden Water Fountains Originate from?

From the beginning, outdoor fountains were soley there to serve as functional elements. Cities, towns and villages made use of nearby aqueducts or springs to provide them with potable water as well as water where they could bathe or wash. 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 supply of water such as a reservoir or aqueduct located higher than the fountain. Serving as an element of decoration and celebration, fountains also provided clean, fresh drinking water. Animals or heroes made of bronze or stone masks were often times used by Romans to decorate their fountains. During the Middle Ages, Muslim and Moorish garden designers included fountains in their designs to re-create the gardens of paradise. King Louis XIV of France wanted to demonstrate his dominion over nature by including fountains in the Gardens of Versailles. Seventeen and 18 century Popes sought to laud their positions by including beautiful baroque-style fountains at the point where restored Roman aqueducts arrived into the city.

Since indoor plumbing became the standard of the day for clean, drinking water, by the end of the 19th century urban fountains were no longer needed for this purpose and they became purely decorative. Fountains using mechanical pumps instead of gravity allowed fountains to deliver recycled water into living spaces as well as create unique water effects.

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

Outdoor Wall Fountains: The Numerous Styles Available

There are two distinct styles of fountains you can buy: mounted and stand-alone. Small, self-contained models can be hung on a wall are called mounted wall fountains. One of the most important features of wall fountains is that they be lightweight, so they are typically made of fiberglass or resin to mirror the look of stone. Floor fountains are freestanding, large, and also have a basin on the ground as well as a flat side against the wall. Typically made of cast stone, these water features have no weight limitations.

Custom-made fountains which can be incorporated into a new or existing wall are often prescribed by landscaping designers. The basin and all the necessary plumbing are best installed by a qualified mason. You will need to integrate a spout or fountain mask into the wall. Custom-built wall fountains contribute to a unified look because they become part of the scenery rather than look like a later addition.

The Benefits of Solar Powered Fountains

In addition to its visual charm, interior wall fountains can also help to keep your house at a cool temperature. They cool your dwelling by utilizing the same principles used in air conditioners and swamp coolers. Since they eat up less energy, they also help you save money on your monthly energy bill.

Their cooling effect can be activated by blowing crisp, dry air across them. Either your ceiling fan or air from a corner of the room can be used to augment flow. Regardless of the method you use, ensure the air is flowing over the top of the water in a regular manner. Cool, clean air is one of the natural benefits of fountains and waterfalls. The sudden chill we feel is normal when we come near a big public fountain or a waterfall. Be certain to situate your fountain cooling system where it will not be subjected to additional heat. Direct sunlight, for example, reduces the efficiency of your fountain to produce cool air.