The Origins Of Wall Fountains

Originally, fountains only served a practical purpose. Cities, towns and villages made use of nearby aqueducts or springs to provide them with drinking water as well as water where they could bathe or wash. Until the late nineteenth, century most water fountains operated using the force of gravity to allow water to flow or jet into the air, therefore, they needed a supply of water such as a reservoir or aqueduct located higher than the fountain. Designers thought of fountains as amazing additions to a living space, however, the fountains also served to supply clean water and celebrate the designer responsible for creating it. The main materials used by the Romans to create their fountains were bronze or stone masks, mostly illustrating animals or heroes. Muslims and Moorish garden designers of the Middle Ages included fountains to re-create smaller models of the gardens of paradise. Fountains enjoyed a considerable role in the Gardens of Versailles, all part of French King Louis XIV’s desire to exercise his power over nature. Seventeen and 18 century Popes sought to laud their positions by adding decorative baroque-style fountains at the point where restored Roman aqueducts arrived into the city.

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

Modern-day fountains function mostly as decoration for public spaces, to honor individuals or events, and compliment entertainment and recreational activities.

The Benefits of Solar Powered Outdoor Fountains

Interior wall fountains not only give you something attractive to look at, they also serve to cool your home. Applying the same methods used in air conditioners and evaporative coolers, they are a great alternative to cool off your home. You can lower your power bill since they use less energy.

A fan can be used to blow fresh, dry air over them in order to create a cooling effect. Utilizing the ceiling fan or air from a corner of the room can help to enhance circulation. It is essential that the surface of the water have air regularly blowing across it. It is the nature of fountains and waterfalls to produce cooled, fresh air. A big community fountain or a water fall will produce a sudden chill in the air. Be sure to position your fountain cooling system where it will not be exposed to extra heat. Your cooling system will be less effective if it is positioned in direct sunlight.

Interior Wall Water Features are Ideal for House or Office

While sitting under your wall fountain you can indulge in the serenity it provides after a long day's work and enjoy watching your favorite sporting event. Indoor fountains generate harmonious sounds which are thought to release negative ions, eliminate dust as well as pollen, all while creating a calming and relaxing setting.