The History of Garden Fountains
The History of Garden Fountains Hundreds of classic Greek texts were translated into Latin under the auspices of the scholarly Pope Nicholas V, who ruled the Roman Catholic Church from 1397 to 1455. He undertook the beautification of Rome to make it into the model capital of the Christian world. At the bidding of the Pope, the Aqua Vergine, a damaged aqueduct which had transported clean drinking water into Rome from eight miles away, was renovated starting in 1453. The ancient Roman tradition of marking the arrival point of an aqueduct with an magnificent celebratory fountain, also known as a mostra, was restored by Nicholas V. The architect Leon Battista Alberti was commissioned by the Pope to put up a wall fountain where we now see the Trevi Fountain.
The aqueduct he had refurbished included modifications and extensions which eventually allowed it to supply water to the Trevi Fountain as well as the famed baroque fountains in the Piazza del Popolo and the Piazza Navona.
The One Cleaning Solution to NEVER Use On Your Outdoor Fountains
The One Cleaning Solution to NEVER Use On Your Outdoor Fountains Adequate care and regular maintenance are important to the longevity of water fountains.
Leaves, twigs, and bugs often find their way into fountains, so it is vital to keep yours free from such things. Another factor is that water that is exposed to sunlight is vulnerable to growing algae. To avoid this, take vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, or sea salt and add right into the water. Some people opt for adding bleach into the water, but the drawback is that it harms wildlife - so it should be avoided. A thorough cleaning every three-four months is best for garden fountains. Before you can start cleaning it you must drain out all of the water. Then use mild soap and a soft sponge to clean the innner part of the reservoir. If there are any tiny grooves, work with a toothbrush to get every spot. Be sure to carefully rinse the inside of the fountain to make sure all the soap is gone.
Some organisms and calcium deposits can get inside the pump, so it is advised to take it apart and clean it thoroughly. Letting it soak in vinegar for a few hours first will make it much easier to clean. Neither rain water nor mineral water contain ingredients that will accumulate inside the pump, so use either over tap water if possible.
Finally, be sure to have a quick look at your fountain daily and add water if you notice that the level is low. Low water levels can ruin the pump - and you do not want that!