Where did Landscape Fountains Begin?

From the beginning, outdoor fountains were simply meant to serve as functional elements. People in cities, towns and villages received their drinking water, as well as water to bathe and wash, from aqueducts or springs in the vicinity. Until the late nineteenth, century most water fountains functioned using 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. Fountains were an optimal source of water, and also served to decorate living areas and celebrate the artist. The main components used by the Romans to build their fountains were bronze or stone masks, mostly depicting animals or heroes. During the Middle Ages, Muslim and Moorish garden designers included fountains in their designs to mimic the gardens of paradise. To demonstrate his prominence over nature, French King Louis XIV included fountains in the Garden of Versailles. The Romans of the 17th and 18th centuries manufactured baroque decorative fountains to glorify the Popes who commissioned them as well as to mark the spot where the restored Roman aqueducts entered the city.

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

Contemporary fountains are used to adorn public spaces, honor individuals or events, and enrich recreational and entertainment events.

Your Wall Water Fountain: Maintenance & Routine Service

Most outside wall fountains are available in easy-to-use kits that will give you all you need to properly install it. The kit will include a submersible pump, the hoses and basin (or reservoir). The basin can normally be concealed among your garden plants if it is not too big. Once your wall fountain is in place, all that is required is consistent cleaning and some light maintenance.

It is vital to replenish the water consistently so that it stays clean. Remember to get rid of debris like leaves, twigs or dirt as swiftly as possible. Extremely cold temperatures can damage your outdoor wall fountain so be sure to protect it during winer. Your pump may crack when exposed to freezing water during the wintertime, so it is best to bring it indoors to avoid any damage. All in all, an outdoor wall fountain can last for any number of years with the right maintenance and care.

Backyard Elegance: Garden Water fountains

The most utilized materials used to manufacture garden wall fountains are stone and metal, even though they can be made out of many other elements. The most appropriate material for your water feature depends completely on the design you prefer. It is important to buy hand-crafted, lightweight garden wall features which are also simple to hang. Having a water feature which requires little maintenance is important as well. Even though installing certain fountains can be challenging, the majority require little effort because the only parts which demand special care are the re-circulating pump and the hardware to hang them. It is very easy to liven up your yard with these types of fountains.