Where did Landscape Fountains Come From?

From the onset, outdoor fountains were simply meant to serve as functional elements. Water fountains were connected to a spring or aqueduct to provide potable water as well as bathing water for cities, townships and villages. Up to the late 19th century, water fountains had to be near an aqueduct or reservoir and higher than the fountain so that gravity could make the water move down or shoot high into the air. Fountains were an excellent source of water, and also served to decorate living areas and memorialize the designer. The main components used by the Romans to create their fountains were bronze or stone masks, mostly illustrating animals or heroes. During the Middle Ages, Muslim and Moorish garden designers included fountains in their designs to mimic the gardens of paradise. Fountains played a significant role in the Gardens of Versailles, all part of French King Louis XIV’s desire to exert his power over nature. To mark the entryway of the restored Roman aqueducts, the Popes of the 17th and 18th centuries commissioned the building of baroque style fountains in the spot where the aqueducts arrived in the city of Rome

Indoor plumbing became the key source of water by the end of the 19th century thereby limiting urban fountains to mere decorative elements. Impressive water effects and recycled water were made possible by switching the power of gravity with mechanical pumps.

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

The One Cleaning Solution to NEVER Use On Your Water Wall Fountains

A complete cleaning every 3-4 months is recommended for garden fountains. To start with you must drain the water. Once it is empty, clean inside the reservoir with a mild cleanser. A useful tip is to use a toothbrush if there are little hard-to-reach spots. Make sure all the soap is completely cleaned off.

Numerous organisms and calcium deposits can get inside the pump, so it is advised to take it apart and clean it completely. Letting it soak in vinegar for several hours first will make it alot easier to clean. Mineral or rain water, versus tap water, is ideal in order to eliminate any build-up of chemicals inside the pump.

And finally, make sure the water level is always full in order to keep your fountain running optimally. Permitting the water level to get too low can cause damage to the pump - and you certainly don't want that!

Exterior Wall Fountains: The Numerous Styles Available

There are two specific sorts of fountains you can buy: mounted and free-standing. Little, self-contained mounted wall fountains can be hung on any surface. One of the most important aspects of wall fountains is that they be lightweight, so they are normally made of fiberglass or resin to replicate the look of stone. In large stand-alone fountains, otherwise known as wall fountains, the basin is located on the ground with the flat side positioned against a wall. Normally made of cast stone, these water features have no weight restrictions.

Customized fountains which can be integrated into a new or existing wall are often recommended by landscaping designers. Placing the basin against the wall and installing all the plumbing work requires a expert mason to do it properly. A fountain mask or a spout also needs to be integrated into the wall. The cohesive look produced by custom-made wall fountains make them appear to be part of the scenery rather than an afterthought.