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Large Outdoor Fountains in Cast Stone

Classical Finial in Valencia Fountain

Classical Finial in Valencia Fountain

Make a dramatic statement with a large outdoor fountain.  These large stone garden fountains, each standing over 5 feet tall, are stunning!  Each fountain will be enjoyed in a large yard, courtyard, formal gardens or a large garden area.  The soothing water sounds will draw lookers and impress guests.  Browse the many styles of pooled fountains, tiered fountains and cast stone wall fountains.

A few of my favorite tiered outdoor fountains are the Classical Finial in Valencia Fountain and the Double Oblique Water Fountain. This one come with and without a ball.

If you need a outdoor custom water fountain waterfountainplace.com will fit your needs.

July 2, 2010 Posted by chuckgreg | Custom Outdoor Fountains, Outdoor Living | , | Leave a Comment

Contemporary Garden Fountains Offer Endless Opportunities for Your Yard

Large Contemporary Tier Fountain

Large Contemporary Tier Fountain

 

A contemporary water fountain is a water feature that is distinguished by very stark geometry, superior construction materials, and technological sophistication. Contemporary garden fountains are tranquil and discrete; operating on remote, silent pumps that circulate water silently so that all you hear is the water itself.

One thing it will definitely do for you is drown out the sounds of the city with the peaceful sounds of running water. Adding an island of tranquility to the challenging geometry of the landscape is an excellent way to balance sense and sensibility throughout your yard.

Contemporary water fountains are built to compliment the unique keynotes of a particular modern-style home. Garden fountain are often built as the centerpiece in a courtyard garden of some sort. When lit with underwater lights, it can illuminate the immediate seating area around the fountain and serve as a focal point for conversation.

A garden fountain will add a distinctively unique type of vertical impact to any contemporary garden. Water suggests the essence of life but is technically inorganic. Its lack of form is ideal for a landscape style based on abstract concepts that challenge the familiar forms that comfort the five senses. However, water’s function as the foundation of life itself it paradoxically works to soften a contemporary landscape at the same time.

Any material that catches the eye and provides a stable structure will work. Outdoor stone fountains are a favorite among many homeowners. Resin and fiberglass garden fountains also make excellent building materials for smaller fountains used to decorate small courtyard gardens or private patio gardens. This is done to emulate stone or concrete in an environment that cannot support a great deal of weight.

Make no mistake about it– adding a contemporary garden fountain in the center of the front yard will definitely add curb appeal to your property. When a person looks at your yard, the fountain will immediately draw his or her attention directly to the front door. Adding a similar fountain to the backyard it will suggest a strong feeling of outdoor living to prospective buyers.

Four Tier Courtyard Fountain

Four Tier Courtyard Fountain

May 17, 2010 Posted by chuckgreg | Custom Outdoor Fountains, Outdoor Living | | Leave a Comment

Many Uses for Water Fountains

Finial Spill Fountain in Crested Pool

Finial Spill Fountain in Crested Pool

Owning a water fountain is one great investment. Aside from the beauty it posses it’s really a piece art for all to enjoy.

Fact is we all love water fountains. Many adults and children when near them have to stop and pay attention to the little murmur of the dripping water or watch as it cascades off into a basin of colored stones or over coins that wishers have thrown, pensively hoping that, one day, their dreams would come reality. We can not at all refuse to give in to dipping our fingers into flowing water.

The spectacle view, resonance and the touch of moving water are things we just cannot just say no. Water fountains come in all shapes and sizes which also makes them fascinating and appealing. Large outdoor fountains are used by cities and businesses, many individuals have them in their homes or gardens to produce vigorous relaxing atmosphere.

Regardless of the shape or size, whether it is free standing or fixed to a wall, all fountains have all have one thing in common. The Water per see continues to mesmerize people.

Fountains are focal points, central pieces on which to gaze and drift into day dreams. They are also settings creating low sounds that play gently on the subconscious ear, easing away external noises that would otherwise interfere with serenity.

Water fountains are used inside buildings to attract and calm down the visitor previous to a meeting. Spur-of-the-moment meetings are also held near indoor wall fountains because the moving water will hide the sounds of the discussions. Meetings tend to be more harmonious and reach reasonable conclusions when conducted near a water fountain.

Shopping malls also uses indoor fountains which are located at their food courts to beguile and charm shoppers to hang about and relax and shop some more. The longer shoppers stay in the mall the higher the purchasing prospective.

Fountains are considered to be romantic figures. Wedding photographers and wedding planners use fountains as an enhancer in their work. The use of an indoor fountain at a wedding as a romantic backdrop is definite to make a big splash.

One wrong notion about fountain is that they are costly as a matter of fact fountains are not luxurious to buy and they do pay dividends in the custom they attract. They are simple and convenient to install at the same time they do not need to be plumbed in and only needs a power source. They are very easy to maintain. There is very little work involved in keeping a fountain clean and topped up. They are handy and transferable that they be relocated easily.

Aside from the stunning looks that it provides it is for sure that business establishments would attract more clients for the water fountains provide an ambiance that is calming and soothing.

Cottonwood Falls Copper Wall Fountain

Cottonwood Falls Copper Wall Fountain

May 17, 2010 Posted by chuckgreg | Custom Outdoor Fountains, Custom Water Features, Outdoor Living, Wall Fountains | , , | Leave a Comment

Tiered Outdoor Fountains: What is Your Size

Tiered Outdoor Fountains come in many sizes, # tiers, shapes and material.

Lets look at the Outdoor Stone Fountains. These cast water fountains are not as heavy ar the old concrete fountains but are still plenty sturdy for all ourdoor weather. The cast stone outdoor fountains are also available in many different color/finish options, a color to match every home!   One of these cast stone fountains will create a haven where you will want to spend all your time. 

Classical Finial in Valencia Fountain

Classical Finial in Valencia Fountain

 

Next we will look at Garden Water Fountains with Cedar, Slate or Resin material.  These Lightweight Garden Fountains are durable but made to be moved with ease. The are light compared to the cast stone fountains. If you are looking for the tiered looking fountain at a lower cost and can be moved with ease this is for you.

3-Tier Tuscan Outdoor Fountain

3-Tier Tuscan Outdoor Fountain

Finally, Ceramic Garden Fountains are a great way to enjoy your outdoors for a small cost. These solar water fountains are stunning.

Duo Green Cascade Ceramic Ocean Solar Fountain

Duo Green Cascade Ceramic Ocean Solar Fountain

May 11, 2010 Posted by chuckgreg | Custom Outdoor Fountains, Solar Water Fountains | | Leave a Comment

Make a Statement with a Cast Stone Outdoor Fountain

Stone garden fountains will help create your yard into the envy of you neighbors.  Most of the stone fountains are made from a cast stone material, making them heavy, but not as heavy as solid concrete. They come in many shapes and sizes. You are sure to find the perfect one  that fits your landscaping to perfection.  The cast stone outdoor fountains are also available in many different color/finish options, a color to match every home!   One of these cast stone fountains will make your yard relaxing and a place where you will want to spend all your time. These stone garden fountains look great on a deck, in a landscaped area or in a commercial setting. 

Large Outdoor Fountains in Cast Stone are sure to fit almost any large project needs.

April 28, 2010 Posted by chuckgreg | Custom Outdoor Fountains, Outdoor Living | | Leave a Comment

Outdoor Living Place: Everything you need to enjoy your backyard

Check out outdoor living place. They have many of the items you need to enjoy your backyard. Firepits, outdoor water fountains and fire pots.

April 17, 2010 Posted by chuckgreg | Custom Outdoor Fountains, Fire Pots, Fire pits | , , | Leave a Comment

What Type of Bird Bath Attracts the Most Birds?

Types of Bird Baths

Bird baths are a great way to attract birds to your yard or garden, and bird baths come in many styles, shapes, and sizes. It should be easy to find a bird bath to complement your garden or yard. There are three basic designs of bird baths: pedestal, dish, and heated.

Pedestal bird baths have a sloped dish that sits about 24 inches above the ground on a post-style pedestal. A dish bird bath can be made from a saucer or shallow bowl. These items can be placed on the ground or a patio table or may be hung from deck railings. If you live in a cold climate you may want to consider a heated bird bath.

Year round water supplies are essential to birds in colder climates, and a heated bird bath can be an excellent water source during colder months.

Things to Consider

Before purchasing a bird bath or solar birdbaths water fountain, there are several things you will want to consider. These factors will help you find the bird bath that is right for you and that will attract the most birds.

Placement

It will be important to place your bird bath in an area that gets shade in the afternoon. By doing so, the water in the bird bath will not evaporate as quickly and will be cool and fresh. Bird baths should be placed in close proximity to plants or shrubs so that the birds will have a place to dry off and preen. If the bird bath cannot be placed near plants or shrubs, the bird bath can be placed on the ground.

Maintenance

Cleaning the bird bath on a regular basis is essential. Fresh, clean water will attract more birds. The water in the bird bath should be emptied and refilled every couple of days. Cleaning the bird bath on a regular basis will help keep the water clear of food particles and droppings.

Movement

While still water bird baths can attract birds, bird baths that have water movement will definitely attract more birds. Moving water appeals to birds both visually and audibly. Moving or flowing water will not only attract more birds, but it will also stay cleaner and will be less likely to harbor harmful bacteria. Jiggling accessories can be added to standing bird baths to provide water movement or a dripping hose can be added to a dish bird bath.

About the Author

Emma Spivey writes for solarwaterfountains.org , her personal hobby blog focused on tips to design an eco-friendly garden to protect wild fauna (mostly birds).

 

March 11, 2010 Posted by chuckgreg | Custom Outdoor Fountains, Solar Water Fountains | , | 1 Comment

Backyard Decorating Strategies: Start With a Firepit and a Water Fountain

These days decorating your yard is a relaxing way to enjoy your outdoors.  In case you have a backyard that is rarely in use, and you wish to maintain it on a regular basis, yard decorating idea will be the best option. This place provides your home an innovative look and a lavish space where your family and you can spend leisure time together. You need to plan it considering its space and likewise your interest and budget. A perfect decoration for many yards is a fire pit and water fountains.

A fire pit can be a good comforting and relaxing addition to your yard almost year around. It is possible to either use wood as fuel or can go for natural gas.  Firepits are easily moveable or can be a permanent addition to your yard. You can select various shapes suitable for your requirement. It can be used for warming and in addition to provide you with a dish of fresh barbecues!

 

An outdoor water fountain can be a gather place for you and your feathered friends (birds). Relaxing next to your water fountain, hearing the soothing sounds of water you will think your backyard is the best place to be. Your selection of outdoor water fountains is endless. Solar water fountain and bird baths are very popular green ideas for you to consider.

 Many people like to add a hammock to enjoy there firepits and water fountains.

One lasy item to add to your outdoor living a fire pots. Light up the yard, chase those bugs away and enjoy the sounds of crackles from the fire.

Decorate your backyard with low maintenance products like fire pits, water fountains  and hammocks and enjoy yourself.

March 5, 2010 Posted by chuckgreg | Custom Outdoor Fountains, Fire Pots, Fire pits, Outdoor Living, Solar Water Fountains | , , | Leave a Comment

Outdoor Water Fountains Add Beauty to Your Yard

Want to add some elegance to your yard without having to plant and maintain flowers, plants, tress, etc?. What you can do to add some beauty to a lackluster yard or even an already beautiful yard is to add an outdoor fountain.

There are many different styles of outdoor water fountains that you can get. There are garden wall fountains, tiered water fountains, solar powered water fountains, pond fountains, stone water fountains and light weight outdoor water fountains. Fountains can have lights, be solar, and all kinds of other fancy forms. What will help you decide is what you have in your yard, the room you have, and your budget.

If you happen to already have pond of some kind, large or small then you might want to get a floating fountain for the pond. These fountains often are use submersible pumps to move the water up and out of the pond. These kinds of fountains can be large pond fountains or a small Floating Lily Solar Pond Fountain so they are good for the environment. They are also good for your pond. If you have fish like Koi in your pond it gives the fish oxygen. The falling water also helps to keep the water from being still so that algae will not grow well in your pond. If you have water plants the air from the pump will be beneficial.

Garden wall fountains are great water fountains to hang on your patio wall. Garden fountains are light weight and easy to install.

Outdoor tiered water fountains come in many sizes, shapes and cost. They are stunning for your yard.

Solar water fountains are powered by the sun and easy to move around your yard. No electrical outlets needed so very mobile.

Stone outdoor water fountains are very sturdy and are some of the most amazing water feature for your yard.

The lightweight outdoor water fountains are wonderful and easy to move as needed. These are some of the most popular fountains for your yard

Whatever outdoor  fountain type you choose they will be a great addition to your yard

March 5, 2010 Posted by chuckgreg | Custom Outdoor Fountains, Outdoor Living, Solar Water Fountains | , | Leave a Comment

Pond fountains: An eye-catching feature that adds a great deal of beauty to your pond.

A pond fountain is an elegant and eye-catching feature that adds a great deal of character to the pond. These water fountains are surprisingly easy to install. One can easily accomplish the task in a few hours and the procedure is simple enough that one can express their creativity quite easily provided they have even the most basic skills with tools. Outdoor water fountains are a great way to enjoy your outdoors.

These low maintenance, dependable pond or lake fountains offer many options.  They are perfect for large ponds, lakes and commercial uses.  A pond aeration fountain can also significantly reduce algae growth in your pond offering a much more environmentally friendly area for you to enjoy.  You will want to find a cozy spot and watch for hours.

These pond and lake fountains come complete with everything you need to get your aerating pond fountain running.  Most of them offer some beautiful optional lighting options to accent your aerating fountain.

A garden pond fountain can be either the central feature of a pond or merely an enhancement. Remember that a more powerful pump will be required for pond fountains which are larger and taller. If one wants a particularly large fountain, make certain to calculate the water flow required for the best aesthetic effect and to purchase a pump adequate to the task.

Some garden pond fountains have provisions for lights. If not, the lighting used on the pond at large can be refocused to emphasize the fountain. Lighting the actual flow of water that the fountain emits is a very popular way to make the feature stand out. Floating fountains have their own particular appeal. To make these devices stand out, choose a fountain that goes along with the look of the pond as a whole. Frogs, alligators and other water-dwelling creatures are very popular choices. Flowers are another popular area of design for floating pond fountains.

When installed correctly, the pond fountain provides a useful service to the pond: It aerates the water. This makes certain that the fish have enough oxygen to breathe and that the pond is a healthy environment. Along with a waterfall, a fountain can make a pond something truly beautiful. The ease of construction and installation make them all the more attractive. Make certain that proper attention is given to the installation of any wiring that extends from the house mains. There is generally tubing provided in pond fountain kits which provides another layer of insulation and, thus, safety for the extension cords used.

March 4, 2010 Posted by chuckgreg | Custom Outdoor Fountains | , | 1 Comment