Keeping Your Landscape Fountain Clean
Keeping Your Landscape Fountain Clean Water fountains will keep working a long time with regular cleaning and maintenance.
Experts suggest that the typical garden fountain undergoes a thorough cleaning every 3-4 months. Before you can start cleaning it you need to drain out all of the water. Once it is empty, scrub inside the reservoir with a gentle cleanser. If there is detailed artwork, you might need to use a toothbrush for those hard-to-reach areas. Be sure to carefully rinse the inner surface of the fountain to make sure all the soap is gone.
Various organisms and calcium deposits can get inside the pump, so it is best to take it apart and clean it completely. Soaking it in vinegar for a bit will make it easier to scrub. If you want to remove build-up in your fountain, use rain water or mineral water rather than tap water, as these don’t contain any components that might stick to the inside of the pump.
And finally, make sure the water level is always full in order to keep your fountain running smoothly. Allowing the water to drop below the pump’s intake level, can cause serious damage and even make the pump burn out - an undesired outcome!
Taking Care Of Outdoor Wall Fountains
Taking Care Of Outdoor Wall Fountains A crucial first step before installing any outdoor wall feature is to consider the room you have available. In order to hold up its total weight, a solid wall is required. Also keep in mind that small areas or walls will require a lightweight fountain. An electric socket near the fountain is needed to power the fountain.
Everything you will need to properly install your outdoor wall fountain is normally provided in easy-to-use kits. In the kit you are going to find all the needed elements: a submersible pump, hoses and basin, or reservoir. The basin can normally be concealed among your garden plants if it is not too large. Other than the regular cleaning, little upkeep is required once your outdoor wall fountain is fitted.
Replace and clean the water on a regular basis. Remember to get rid of debris like leaves, twigs or dirt as quickly as possible. Additonally, outdoor fountains should always be shielded from freezing temperatures in winter. If left outdoors, your pump could split as a result of icy water, so bring it inside during the winter. Simply put, your outdoor fountain will be a part of your life for many years to come with the correct care and maintenance.