Modern Wall Fountains

Wall elements are an ideal option if the space you inhabit is more modern in appearance. Also available in modern-day materials such as stainless steel or glass, they can add flair to your interior design. Does your home or business have a limited amount of space? The ideal alternative for you is a wall water fountain. You can save your limited space by hanging one on a wall. Busy entryways in corporate buildings are often adorned with one of these kinds of fountains. Indoor spaces are not the only places to display a wall fountain, however. Consider using fiberglass or resin for your outdoor wall water feature. Use water fountains made of these weather-proof materials to liven up your back yard, porch, or other outdoor space.

There is wide array of different styles in wall fountains running from the modern to classic and rustic. Your decoration plans determine the most appropriate kind for your needs. A mountain lodge might require a traditional material such as slate whereas a high rise apartment might require sleek glass to liven up the interior space. You can pick the material most suited to your needs. One thing is guaranteed, however, fountains are items which will no doubt dazzle your guests.

The Positive Benefits of installing a garden fountain in Your Living Space

Spouting or cascading fountains are not the best alternative for a small yard since they occupy a great deal of space. There are two types of fountains to choose from including the freestanding model with a flat back and an attached basin set up against a fence or a wall in your yard, or the wall-mounted, self-contained version which is suspended directly on a wall. Adding a fountain to an existing wall requires that you include a fountain mask as well as a basin at the base to collect the water. Be sure to hire a professional for this type of job since it is better not to do it yourself due to the intricate plumbing and masonry work required.

Where did Large Outdoor Fountains Originate from?

From the onset, outdoor fountains were soley meant to serve as functional elements. People in cities, towns and villages received their drinking water, as well as water to bathe and wash, from aqueducts or springs nearby. Up to the late 19th century, water fountains had to be near an aqueduct or reservoir and more elevated than the fountain so that gravity could make the water move down or shoot high into the air. Fountains were not only used as a water source for drinking water, but also to adorn homes and celebrate the artist who created it. Bronze or stone masks of wildlife and heroes were frequently 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. King Louis XIV of France wanted to demonstrate his superiority over nature by including fountains in the Gardens of Versailles. To mark the entrance of the restored Roman aqueducts, the Popes of the 17th and 18th centuries commissioned the construction of baroque style fountains in the spot where the aqueducts arrived in the city of Rome

The end of the nineteenth century saw the rise in usage of indoor plumbing to provide drinking water, so urban fountains were relegated to strictly decorative elements. Impressive water effects and recycled water were made possible by switching the force of gravity with mechanical pumps.

Modern-day fountains serve mostly as decoration for community spaces, to honor individuals or events, and compliment entertainment and recreational events.