Where did Fountains Come From?

Pure practicality was the original purpose of fountains. Inhabitants of urban areas, townships and small towns used them as a source of drinking water and a place to wash, which meant that fountains needed to be linked to nearby aqueduct or spring. Up to the late nineteenth century, water fountains had to be near an aqueduct or reservoir and more elevated than the fountain so that gravity could make the water flow downwards or jet high into the air. Artists thought of fountains as wonderful additions to a living space, however, the fountains also served to provide clean water and honor the designer responsible for building it. Roman fountains often depicted imagery of animals or heroes made of bronze or stone masks. To replicate the gardens of paradise, Muslim and Moorish garden planners of the Middle Ages added fountains to their designs. The fountains found in the Gardens of Versailles were intended to show the power over nature held by King Louis XIV of France. Seventeen and 18 century Popes sought to exalt their positions by including beautiful baroque-style fountains at the point where restored Roman aqueducts arrived into the city.

Indoor plumbing became the main source of water by the end of the 19th century thereby restricting urban fountains to mere decorative elements. Amazing water effects and recycled water were made possible by switching the force of gravity with mechanical pumps.

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

The Use of Fountains As Water Elements

Consider putting in a water feature such as a garden wall fountain to your expanisive backyard, yoga studio, comfy patio, apartment balcony, or office space. There is nothing better to relax you while also activating your senses of sight and hearing than the pleasurable sounds of slowly flowing water in your fountain. With their aesthetically pleasing shape you can also use them to enhance the decor in your home or other living space. Softly moving water not only leads to a feeling of peace, it also masks bothersome noises and produces an enchanting water show.

The Countless Construction Materials of Landscape Fountains

Today, a lot of people choose copper for their sculptural garden fountains. Copper is appropriate for many fountain styles, including tabletop and cascade water fountains, and can be put inside or outside - making it a great option. Copper is also flexible enough that you can pick a range of styles for your fountain, from contemporary to whimsical.

If you are drawn to more traditional -looking water fountains, brass is probably for you. Even though they are a bit old-fashioned, brass fountains are quite popular because they often include interesting artwork.

Most people today see stainless steel as the most modern alternative. A contemporary steel design will quickly increase the value of your garden as well as the feeling of serenity. As with all fountains, you can get any size you choose.

Fiberglass fountains are well liked because they look similar to metal but are more affordable and much less difficult to move around. Keeping a fiberglass water fountain clean and working well is quite effortless, another aspect consumers like.