Beautiful Wall Elements

A wall fountain can contribute a great deal of beauty, even to modern living areas. Stainless steel or glass are two of the materials used to make modern-day types which add a fashionable element to your decor. Does your home or business have a limited amount of space? The best option for you is a wall water fountain. Since they are displayed on a wall, these features do not take up valuable space. You may notice that many hectic workplace lobbies have fountains. Wall fountains are not restricted to inside use, however. Fiberglass and resin are good materials to use for outdoor wall water features. Use water fountains made of these weather-proof materials to liven up your garden, deck, or other outdoor space.

Wall fountains can be found in a range of different styles, ranging from ultra-sleek to traditional and rustic. You can choose the best style based upon your individual preferences. A city dweller’s decoration ideas might call for polished glass whereas a mountaineer might prefer a more traditional material such as slate for a mountain lodge. Your individual design plans determine the material you select. No doubt however, fountains are sure to add to your quality of life and delight your family and friends.

Taking Care Of Large Garden Fountains

Most outdoor wall fountains come in "for-dummies" style kits that will give you everything you need to properly install it. The kit will contain a submersible pump, the hoses and basin (or reservoir). The basin, if it's not too large, can easily be concealedin your garden among the plants. Other than the regular cleaning, little maintenance is required once your outdoor wall fountain is fitted.

Replenishing and purifying the water on a regular basis is very important. Remember to clear away debris like leaves, twigs or dirt as swiftly as possible. Extremely cold temperatures can affect your outdoor wall fountain so be sure to protect it during wintertime. If kept outdoors, your pump could crack as a result of freezing water, so bring it inside during the winter. All in all, an outdoor wall fountain can last for any number of years with the right upkeep and cleaning.

Where did Garden Water Fountains Begin?

Pure functionality was the original role of fountains. Water fountains were linked to a spring or aqueduct to provide drinkable water as well as bathing water for cities, townships and villages. Until the late nineteenth, 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. Designers thought of fountains as wonderful additions to a living space, however, the fountains also served to supply clean water and honor the designer responsible for creating it. Bronze or stone masks of animals and heroes were commonly seen on Roman fountains. During the Middle Ages, Muslim and Moorish garden designers included fountains in their designs to mimic the gardens of paradise. King Louis XIV of France wanted to illustrate his superiority 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.

Indoor plumbing became the main source of water by the end of the 19th century thereby restricting urban fountains to mere decorative elements. Fountains using mechanical pumps instead of gravity allowed fountains to deliver recycled water into living spaces as well as create unique water effects.

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