Modern Garden Decoration: Garden Fountains and their Roots

Originally, fountains only served a functional purpose. People in cities, towns and villages received their drinking water, as well as water to bathe and wash, from aqueducts or springs in the vicinity. Up until the 19th century, fountains had to be more elevated and closer to a water supply, such as aqueducts and reservoirs, in order to benefit from gravity which fed the fountains. Fountains were not only used as a water source for drinking water, but also to adorn homes and celebrate the artist who created it. Roman fountains usually depicted images of animals or heroes made of metal or stone masks. During the Middle Ages, Muslim and Moorish garden planners incorporated fountains to create mini variations of the gardens of paradise. King Louis XIV of France wanted to illustrate his dominion over nature by including fountains in the Gardens of Versailles. To mark the entryway 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 supply drinking water, so urban fountains were relegated to purely decorative elements. The creation of special water effects and the recycling of water were 2 things made possible by swapping gravity with mechanical pumps.

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

The Benefits of Solar Energy Powered Outdoor Fountains

Beyond its visual charm, indoor wall fountains can also serve to keep your house at a cool temperature. Yet another alternative to air conditioners and swamp coolers, they use the very same principles to cool your living space Since they eat up less energy, they also help you save money on your monthly energy bill.

A fan can be used to blow fresh, dry air over them in order to produce a cooling effect. Either your ceiling fan or air from a corner of the room can be used to augment circulation. Regardless of the technique you use, be certain the air is flowing over the top of the water in a regular manner. The cool, refreshing air produced by waterfalls and fountains is a natural occurrence. A big public fountain or a water fall will generate a sudden chilliness in the air. Be sure to position your fountain cooling system where it will not be subjected to extra heat. Your cooling system will be less effective if it is located in direct sunlight.

Gorgeous Wall Fountains

Even a living space with a contemporary style can be improved with a wall fountain. Also available in modern-day materials such as stainless steel or glass, they can add pizzazz to your interior style. Is space limited in your home or business? The perfect option for you is incorporating a wall water fountain. Since they are displayed on a wall, these features do not take up precious room. Busy entryways in commercial buildings are often decorated with one of these types of fountains. Wall fountains are not restricted to indoor use, however. Outdoor wall water features can be constructed of fiberglass or resin. Spruce up your veranda, courtyard, or other exterior areas with a water fountain made of these water-resistant materials.

Wall fountains come in a variety of diverse styles covering the modern to the traditional and rustic. Your decorating plans determine the most appropriate kind for your needs. The kind of material used depends on the type of environment which needs to be decorated such as slate for a traditional lodge or sleek glass for a modern residence. You can pick the material most suited to your needs. One thing is guaranteed, however, fountains are features which will no doubt dazzle your guests.