Keeping Your Landscape Fountain Clean

Experts recommend that the typical garden fountain undergoes a thorough cleaning every three-four months. First off you must remove the water. Then use mild soap and a soft sponge to clean the innner part of the reservoir. If there is detailed artwork, you might need to use a toothbrush for those hard-to-reach areas. Be sure to thoroughly rinse the inner surface of the fountain to make sure all the soap is gone.

It is highly advised 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 much less difficult to wash. If you want to minimize build-up in your fountain, use rain water or mineral water versus tap water, as these don’t contain any ingredients that might stick to the inside of the pump.

Finally, be sure to have a quick look at your fountain every day and add water if you notice that the level is too low. Low water levels can damage the pump - and you don't want that!

Pick from all Kinds of Exterior Water Features

Sending a stream of water shooting into the air, spouting fountains leave a striking impression. If your pond is sufficiently big, it can be incorporated without hassle. Parks and historical mansions often have one these fountains.

Choose a fashionable wall fountain to put outdoors. Even with a smallish yard, it is possible to add one of these water features. While spouting fountains leave behind an impressive effect, wall fountains are rather understated water features. In a very straightforward process, the water spills out of a spout, trickles down a beautifully textured wall only to be pumped back to the top.

Dependent on the look you have chosen for the garden, you could contemplate a themed fountain. 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. On the other hand, a more modern garden can include more of a bold design. Choosing what to do is entirely in your hands.

The main trait of tiered fountains is the multiple levels spewing out water. Water moves down multiple tiers in a cascading fountain.

A considerable amount of space is necessary for an outdoor fountain, so another option is to install a wall fountain or a pondless fountain. The reservoirs required for these types of water features are buried underground which helps you better use your limited space.

Japanese fountains are believed to impart a sense of tranquility and well-being. The water flows through bamboo sticks in this type of water feature. The repetition of water pouring into a bucket or shaped stone is one of the main attributes of this sort of fountain.

One of the many styles of fountain available is the glass fountain. A more vintage look is provided by trellis-style fountains which showcase shaped metalwork. Water features such as these are ideal for gardens with many sharp corners as well as modern forms and designs. The flowing water forms a striking effect as it moves down the glass sheets. Some fountains also include colored LED lights to shine onto the sheets of glass as water flows downwards. The jagged surface of rock waterfall fountain creates an appealing façade as the water gently flows downwards.

A large rock drilled with openings which then has tubes inserted into it is what differentiates a bubbling rock fountain. In this type of fountain, water is forced upwards at low pressure to cause it to bubble and gurgle at the top. Flowing towards the base of the fountain, the water comes back as a slow drizzle down the sides of the rock. This is yet another option for gardens with restricted space. The low pressure used in this sort of fountain hinders water from being splashed about in case of a windy day.

Solar driven fountains have become more fashionable recently because they run on sunlight. The reasons for this are diverse, from the lack of wires and the reduced complexities to the decreased power bills and the beneficial effects on our environment. You will not have to concede on style since there is a wide selection of designs to pick from in outdoor solar-powered fountains.