Pick from Many Exterior Wall Fountain Styles

The two types of water features available to you are mounted and stand-alone models. Small, self-contained models can be placed on a wall are called mounted wall fountains. Fountains of this kind need to be light, therefore, they are usually made of resin (resembling stone) or fiberglass. Floor fountains are freestanding, large, and also have a basin on the ground as well as a flat side against the wall. Typically made of cast stone, these water features have no weight restrictions.

It is a good idea to integrate a custom-made fountain into a new or existing wall, something often suggested by landscape experts. Installing the basin against the wall and installing all the plumbing work needs a professional mason to do it right. The wall will need to have a spout or fountain mask incorporated into it. Customized wall fountains contribute to a unified look because they become part of the scenery rather than look like a later addition.

The Advantages of Solar Garden Water fountains

In addition to its visible charm, interior wall fountains can also serve to keep your house at a cool temperature. They cool your residence by applying the same methods used in air conditioners and swamp coolers. You can also save on your utility costs because they consume less power.

Fanning crisp, dry air across them is the most common method used to benefit from their cooling effect. Either your ceiling fan or air from a corner of the room can be used to improve flow. It is very important that the surface of the water have air continually blowing across it. It is natural for fountains and waterfalls to generate cool, fresh air. A big public fountain or a water fall will produce a sudden chilliness in the air. Your fountain cooling system should not be placed in a spot which is especially hot. Direct sunlight, for example, diminishes the efficiency of your fountain to produce cold air.

The Countless Kinds of Exterior Fountains

The splendor of a spouting fountain can be observed when it propels a stream of shooting water into the air. Sizable, existing ponds can easily be fitted with one of these. You can find these in public recreational areas or old mansions.

One of the many examples of an outdoor water feature is a stylish wall fountain. If you are eager to include a water feature, but are concerned because you have a small yard, do not hesitate to install one of these. Wall fountains are not flamboyant water features when compared with a spouting fountain. In a very simple procedure, the water spills out of a spout, trickles down a magnificently textured wall only to be pumped back to the top.

Dependent on the design you have chosen for the garden, you could think about a themed fountain. A cherub grasping a spout is one of the possible kinds of classical-styled statues you can use if you want your fountain to compliment a rustically themed cottage or garden. Something special and bold could be an alternative for more modern gardens. Just permit your imagination to run loose.

Tiered fountains are unique because the water moves down multiple levels. Due to the water running down its multiple levels, these are also called cascading fountains.

Since external fountains occupy ample space, think about putting in a wall fountain or a pondless fountain. These kinds of water features are perfect for an area with limited space because their reservoirs are buried underground.

Tranquility and well-being are some of the main sensations imparted by Japanese fountains. Bamboo sticks are used in this type of fountain to expel the water. Water then flows into a container or a shaped stone, only to repeat the pattern over and over again.

An additional style of fountain is made of glass. Producing a more classical look are trellis-style fountains which showcase shaped metalwork. However, this type of water feature is better suited to backyard gardens with many sharp corners as well as modern-day forms and design. As the water moves over the top of the glass it produces a dazzling effect. Colorful LED lights are also included in some fountains to illuminate the water as it down down the sheet of glass. A rock waterfall fountain (often made of imitation rock) showcases water slowly flowing down its façade.

A large rock drilled with holes which then has tubes inserted into it is what distinguishes a bubbling rock fountain. The gurgles and bubbles at the top are the product of the low pressure used to force the water upwards. Downward flowing water appears as soft trickle as it moves down the sides of the rock to go back to its base. Small gardens are perfect for this kind of fountain. Water is moved at low pressure in this kind of fountain, so you can rest assured that it will not spray all over should the wind pick up.

Solar driven fountains have become more fashionable recently since they run on sunlight. The reasons for this are varied, from the absence of wires and the reduced complexities to the lower power bills and the beneficial effects on our environment. Outdoor solar-powered fountains are available in a multitude of different styles, therefore, you will not have to settle on which one to purchase.

A Wall Fountain to Fit Your Design

Normally quite big, freestanding wall fountains, also known as floor fountains, have their basins on the floor.

On the other hand, a fountain affixed to a wall can be added onto an existing wall or fit into a new wall. This style of fountain contributes to a cohesive look making it seem as if it was part of the landscape instead of an added feature.