Your Patio: A Great Spot for a Garden Fountain

Putting in a wall fountain is your best solution for a little garden because a spouting or cascading fountain occupies too much space. Either a freestanding fountain with an even back and an attached basin set against a fence or a wall, or a wall-mounted style which is self-contained and hangs on a wall, are some of the options from which you can choose. Both a fountain mask located on the existing wall as well as a basin located at the bottom to collect the water are equired if you wish to add a fountain. Be sure to work with a professional for this type of job since it is better not to do it yourself due to the intricate plumbing and masonry work involved.

Where did Fountains Begin?

From the beginning, outdoor fountains were soley meant to serve as functional elements. Water fountains were connected to a spring or aqueduct to supply 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 more elevated than the fountain so that gravity could make the water move down or shoot high into the air. Fountains were not only utilized as a water source for drinking water, but also to adorn homes and celebrate the artist who created it. Animals or heroes made of bronze or stone masks were often used by Romans to decorate their fountains. During the Middle Ages, Muslim and Moorish garden designers included fountains in their designs to re-create the gardens of paradise. King Louis XIV of France wanted to illustrate his dominion over nature by including fountains in the Gardens of Versailles. The Popes of the 17th and 18th centuries were extolled with baroque style fountains built to mark the arrival points of Roman aqueducts.

Indoor plumbing became the main source of water by the end of the 19th century thereby restricting urban fountains to mere decorative elements. Gravity was substituted by mechanical pumps in order to permit fountains to bring in clean water and allow for amazing water displays.

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

Outdoor Water Features Come in Lots of Shapes and Sizes

Sending a stream of water straight into the air, spouting fountains create a dazzling impression. If your pond is sufficiently large, it can be incorporated without difficulty. You can find these in public parks or old mansions.

Outdoor water features are available in a variety of forms, one of which is a fancy wall fountain. These types of fountains make excellent water features even if you only have a small garden. Wall fountains make an understated impression, contrary to the big impact created by spouting fountains. It is simple undertaking wherein a small jet of water propels outwards in front of a splendidly textured wall and then flows down only to be pumped up again.

Your garden’s style determines whether a themed fountain is suitable for you. Consider a classic type of statue, such as a cherub supporting a spout, for the fountain if your residence or garden is rustic in style. Something special and bold could be an option for more modern gardens. Just let your imagination to run loose.

The central trait of tiered fountains is the numerous levels spewing out water. Due to the water moving down its multiple levels, these are also called cascading fountains.

Due to the fact that outdoor fountains can take up a lot of room, hang a wall fountain or a pondless fountain if the space you have is minimal. Fit in one of these fountains if your space is limited since their reservoirs are hidden from sight underground.

Japanese fountains are thought to lend a sense of tranquility and wellness. In this model of water feature the water passes through bamboo sticks. The cycle of water flowing into a rustic-styled recipient or a shaped stone repeats itself again and again.

Fountains created from glass are another type on the market. Trellis-style fountains of this sort, feature molded metalwork which provides a more conventional look. Water features such as these are best suited to yards with many sharp corners as well as modern forms and designs. The water produces a dazzling effect when it runs down the outside of the glass. Colorful LED lights are also included in some fountains to illuminate the water as it progresses down the sheet of glass. A rock waterfall fountain (often made of imitation rock) showcases water gently cascading down its façade.

A large rock drilled with holes which then has tubes inserted into it is what distinguishes a bubbling rock fountain. In this type of fountain, water is pushed upwards at low pressure to cause it to bubble and gurgle at the top. The water returns gently trickling down the sides of the rock to get to its starting point. Gardens with little space are good spots to include this style of fountain. Water is moved at low pressure in this type of fountain, so you can rest assured that it will not spray all over should the wind pick up.

Solar fountains have recently gained in popularity because they are powered by sunlight. The reasons for this are diverse, from the absence of wires and the reduced complexities to the decreased power bills and the beneficial effects on our environment. The wide-ranging designs in outdoor solar-powered fountains means you will not have to compromise on style.