Discover Tranquility with Outdoor Fountains

Where did Garden Water Fountains Come From?

Pure functionality was the original purpose 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. Used until the nineteenth century, in order for fountains to flow or shoot up into the air, their source of water such as reservoirs or aqueducts, had to be higher than the water fountain in order to benefit from the power of gravity. Fountains were not only used as a water source for drinking water, but also to decorate homes and celebrate the designer who created it. The main components used by the Romans to create their fountains were bronze or stone masks, mostly illustrating animals or heroes. During the Middle Ages, Muslim and Moorish garden planners incorporated fountains to create smaller depictions of the gardens of paradise. King Louis XIV of France wanted to demonstrate his superiority over nature by including fountains in the Gardens of Versailles. Seventeen and 18 century Popes sought to extol their positions by including beautiful baroque-style fountains at the point where restored Roman aqueducts arrived into the city.

Since indoor plumbing became the norm 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. The introduction of special water effects and the recycling of water were 2 things made possible by replacing gravity with mechanical pumps.

Modern-day fountains function mostly as decoration for open spaces, to honor individuals or events, and enhance entertainment and recreational events.

Choose from all Types of Exterior Fountains

The beauty of a spouting fountain can be observed when it sends a stream of shooting water into the air. Large, existing ponds can have one of these built-in without much hassle. These kinds of fountains are often found in parks or historical stately homes.

Select a stylish wall fountain to put outside. Such fountains make for a fantastic addition to your yard even if it is small. While spouting fountains produce an impressive effect, wall fountains are rather understated water features. In this simple process. the water which is forced out of a small opening, streams down a beautifully textured wall and is then collected at the bottom before being pushed back to the top.

Installing a fountain with a theme depends completely on the layout of your garden. Consider a classic type of statue, such as a cherub supporting a spout, for the fountain if your home or garden is rustic in style. Something unique and bold could be an option for more modern gardens. Just let your creativity to run loose.

Tiered fountains are unique because the water moves down multiple levels. Water flowing down multiple tiers of this water feature is the primary attribute of a cascading fountain.

The space required for an outdoor fountain can be considerable, therefore, a better alternative is to install a wall fountain or a pondless fountain. These kinds of water features are suitable for an area with limited space because their reservoirs are buried underground.

If you seek a feeling of serenity and calmness, put in a Japanese fountain as these are thought to bring about such sensations. In this type of water feature the water runs through bamboo sticks. A rustic bucket or shaped stone is positioned at the bottom of this feature to collect the flowing water only to have the pattern repeated over and over again.

Fountains created from glass are another type available. A more conventional look is provided by trellis-style fountains which feature shaped metalwork. Water features such as these are best suited to yards with many sharp corners as well as modern-day forms and designs. A wondrous effect is produced when water flows down the sheets of glass. In some instances, the water is colored by LED lights as it flows down the glass panels. With water softly running down its surface, rock waterfall fountains, often made of imitation rock, are a possible solution for your garden.

A large rock drilled with holes which then has tubes inserted into it is what distinguishes a bubbling rock fountain. The bubbling and gurgling at the uppermost part of this type of fountain are brought on by the water being thrust upward at low pressure. The water returns gently dripping down the sides of the rock to reach its starting point. This sort of fountain is ideally suited for small gardens. This sort of fountain, which uses low pressure to move water, is perfect because it stops water from being sprayed around in windy weather.

Solar powered fountains have become more popular recently since they run on sunlight. The lack of cables, the decreased difficulty in managing them, the lower energy bills, and the benefits to our ecosystem are just some of the reasons for this increased interest. The varied designs in outdoor solar-run fountains means you will not have to compromise on style.