The Broad Range of Wall Fountains
The Broad Range of Wall Fountains You can find tranquility and quiet when you add a wall fountain in your garden or patio. Even a little space can include a custom-made one. A spout, a water basin, internal piping, and a pump are essential for freestanding as well as mounted varieties. There are any number of different varieties available on the market including traditional, contemporary, classical, or Asian. Usually quite large, freestanding wall fountains, also referred to as floor fountains, have their basins on the ground.
A wall-mounted fountain can either be integrated onto a wall already in existence or fitted into a wall under construction. A unified look can be realized with this style of water feature because it seems to become part of the landscape rather than an added element.
Keeping Your Outdoor Wall Fountain Tidy
Keeping Your Outdoor Wall Fountain Tidy Proper care and regular cleaning are important to the longevity of water fountains. A typical problem with fountains is that they tend to collect dirt and debris, so it is essential that you keep it free from this. Another factor is that water that is exposed to sunlight is vulnerable to growing algae. In order to prevent this, there are some common ingredients that can be poured into the water, such as vinegar, sea salt, or hydrogen peroxide.
Some people opt for putting bleach into the water, but the downside is that it harms wildlife - so it should be avoided. No more than 3-4 months should go by without an extensive cleansing of a fountain. The first step is to empty out all of the water. Once it is empty, wash inside the reservoir with a gentle cleanser. A helpful tip is to use a toothbrush if there are little hard-to-reach spots. Be sure to completely rinse the inner surface of the fountain to make sure all the soap is gone.
It is highly recommended taking the pump apart to better clean the inside and get rid of any plankton or calcium. You might want to let it soak in vinegar for a few hours to make it quicker to clean. Mineral or rain water, versus tap water, is ideal in order to prevent any build-up of chemicals inside the pump.
And finally, make sure the water level is consistently full in order to keep your fountain running optimally. If the water level slides below the pump’s intake level, it can harm the pump and cause it to burn out - something you don't want to happen!