Keep Your Outdoor Fountain Tidy
Keep Your Outdoor Fountain Tidy Appropriate care and regular maintenance are important to the longevity of water fountains. A typical concern with fountains is that they tend to gather dirt and debris, so it is vital that you keep it free from this. Another factor is that water that is subjected to sunlight is prone to growing algae.
Stir hydrogen peroxide, sea salt, or vinegar into the water to avoid this particular dilemma. There are those who choose to use bleach, but that is harmful to any animals that might drink or bathe in the water - so should therefore be avoided. Every 3-4 months, garden fountains should have a serious cleaning. The first step is to empty out all of the water. Then use gentle and a soft sponge to clean the interior of the reservoir. 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.
Calcium and fresh water organisms can get inside the pump, so you should disassemble it to get it truly clean. Soaking it in vinegar for a bit will make it easier to scrub. Neither rain water nor mineral water contain components that will build up inside the pump, so use either over tap water if possible.
And finally, make sure the water level is continuously full in order to keep your fountain operating smoothly. If the water level slides below the pump’s intake level, it can hurt the pump and cause it to burn out - something you do not want to happen!