What I really like about this water feature is that it features real slate. Natural stone fits into the garden landscape so much better than any man-made fibre. There is a timeless elegance about this water feature that would grace any garden, patio or conservatory. There is a delightful amount of water movement but no splashing - just a gentle trickle combined with the lovely sound of running water.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Maintaining Your Indoor Water Fountain
The characteristics of outdoor fountains can, also, be enjoyed indoors by the addition of an indoor water fountain. Indoor water fountains are simple to maintain and, consequently, something that is easy to enjoy for many years.
Indoor water fountains come in several different styles among which are found indoor wall fountains, floor model fountains and indoor tabletop water fountains. They can be placed in, virtually, any room of the house and, no matter what model you choose, all indoor fountains are very easy to maintain. Most indoor water fountains only require an, occasional, wiping to keep them clean.
Many indoor fountains of quality have an attractive copper finish which requires a slightly different maintenance procedure. When a surface made of copper is exposed to frequent everyday elements such as air and water, it will develop an antique green color. Some fountains are covered with a powdery substance which is, really, a clear finish which is meant to combat the natural, unavoidable process of aging. But, it is should be remembered, that finished or not, all copper will, eventually, oxidize. However, there are steps that can be taken to slow down this process.
For a regular regiment of cleaning a copper indoor fountain, you should use a soft cloth covered with a light household furniture polish. If your fountain is powder-coated, you can use Turtle Wax Hard Shell every three months in order to stretch out the lifetime of the coating. Do not use the hard shell was if your fountain has a natural finish. One thing you should never use is a copper cleaner. It is very important to take care that no polish or other any other substance drip in to the fountain water. All residue MUST be wiped clean because those substances can ruin the fountain pump if left on the pump after cleaning is completed.
If the major part of your indoor water fountain is made of significant amounts of glass, the best way to clean it is with a mixture of water and white vinegar. If you find that your water fountain is running noisily and not running smoothly over glass you can try applying a tiny amount of Jazz Window Prep which can be found at art supply stores.
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Solar Fountains And Pumps - Cheap And Easy Water Gardening
The addition of a gurgling, refreshing water fountain to a garden or lawn can transform it from ordinarily attractive to the talk of the neighborhood. The sound of running water can make even the hottest, stickiest summer days seem just a bit more bearable, and the birds and wildlife it will attract can make your yard a private zoo!
Home water gardens, however, be they those with fountains, ponds, or even cascading waterfall, all have one thing in common: they use pumps to keep their water from stagnating and becoming a breeding ground for insects and mold. And many homeowners like to add lights to enhance the beauty of their water gardens after dark.
Pumps and lights both require electricity, and electricity is no longer the cheap and plentiful homeowner's friend that once it was. Because a water garden pump needs to run around the clock, it can add a significant sum to the end-of-the month energy bill.
But you needn't deprive yourself of a garden fountain simply because of the cost of running its pump; simply choose a solar fountain pump, which will be fuelled from the same source which fuels the growth of your garden: the Sun. One you buy and install you solar fountain pump, that gurgling refreshing sound of water coming from your garden will not cost you another dime.
How Solar Fountain Pumps Work
A solar fountain pump contains a solar panel which gathers light energy from the sun, and transforms it into energy which the pump then uses to keep the water circulating im your fountain, pond, or waterfall. You can determine the size of solar fountain pump you need by its GPH, or gallons per hour rating.
Your solar water fountain pump has another terrific energy saving feature; its solar panel will be able to store energy which it makes on the brightest days and to keep your garden water running all night long, or store early morning energy to keep your water running during an overcast afternoon
And having a solar fountain pump means that you'll be able to situate your garden's water feature where it will have the most appeal, as long as you choose a reasonable sunny location. You won't have to worry about feeding it electricity from your home, garage, or pool area. In fact, having more than one solar fountain pump will let you add as many water features as you like to your garden!
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