May 9, 2016 WaterfallNow

How to Choose the Best Outdoor Water Fountain: 5 Factors to Consider

How to Choose the Best Outdoor Water Fountain: 5 Factors to Consider

Water fountains are a type of water feature, which includes flowing water usually from a pipe or hose into a single or more basins, ponds or pools. They are an excellent choice for your outdoor garden or landscape. However, installing a fountain is a long lasting purchase and requires a considerable investment; hence you should not hurry through it. It is an exciting thought to add a water fountain to your outdoors and you can hardly wait to enjoy it, but you should spend an appropriate amount of time in choosing the fountain. In order to help you with your decision, here are few factors to consider when choosing it.

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Know the Types

There are many types of outdoor fountains in the market – big or small, simple or elaborated. The choices include: animal fountains, bubbling fountains, bronze fountains, contemporary fountains, floating fountains, pedestal fountains, rock fountains, statuary fountains, tiered fountains, urn fountains and wall fountains. You should familiarize yourself with the types of fountains, their benefits, maintenance requirement and aesthetic appeal to your taste and your garden style.

Consider the Size

There are different sizes of water fountains available and you should consider your space restriction in your decision. You don’t want everything else in your garden look dwarf or congested after fountain installation. On the other hand, you don’t want it to be so small as to be barely visible. Your fountain should serve as the focal point of the garden. Hence, you should consider the size and location of your fountain and not choose the first design you like. Before doing design shopping, it is recommended to measure the exact dimensions of the selected spot.

Decide on Finials

Finials are the stone ornament found on the top of a fountain, but they cannot be installed on every style, so if you want a finial, you should choose the fountain accordingly. The finials you choose influences the look of the fountain, as it affects the balance and symmetry. You can find finials in designs of acorn, urn, angel, love birds, acanthus, spiral ball, etc.

Select the Material

The life and durability of the fountain depends on the type and quality of material you use. There are materials that can last hundreds of years longer than others. Concrete is a very low cost material, but it can chip and crack over time, especially in freezing and thawing climates. Bronze provide great color and surface to the fountain, can be molded in different shapes and designs with fine detail work and can last for a very long time. Resin is a synthesized material, is strong but lightweight and can withstand most weather conditions. It can last longer than concrete but less duration then natural stones. Granite, the most recommended material for outdoor fountains, can last hundreds of years. It can be easily cleaned with acid wash and can withstand severe weather conditions, even freezing winter. In addition, it does not wear away due to elemental damage. Other materials used for fountains, but not so common, are limestone, marble and glass.

Choose Installation Method

The choice of the fountain can be influenced by the method of installation. In case you are not the handy time or have no time for a project, you can either purchase your fountain from a specialty company that will install it for you or you can hire professionals. You should incorporate the cost of installation in our overall budget. If you are choosing a big piece, it is probably better to hire outside help. If the fountain is small, you can probably do it yourself. The fountains come with an installation method or you can request one. The tools you would need to undertake the project are: hammers, saws, sockets, power drills, crimps, wrenches, tape measure, shovels, levels and gloves.

These factors, when taken into consideration in your decision, can help you arrive at a practical option, which goes with the theme of your garden, lies within your budget and simply look breath taking.

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