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By Kenneth Kennedy


Most people think water fountains are big outdoor structures that hold thousands gallons of liquid. On the other hand, such people are not familiar with the fact that small well-designed rock water fountains have the same visual and acoustic effect. A fountain can be designed for both outdoor and indoor settings. It is important to ensure an outdoor design matches the theme and color of the place.

The design is an important thing to consider before one sets up a fountain. There are a number of designs to choose from. There are custom made designs made to suit the preference of the client. There are a number of companies that offer custom made designs of fountains for corporate and individual clients. After one has selected a preferred design the next step is to find a professional to construct and set up the fountain.

If the structure is meant to be installed permanently, it is important to ensure that it is installed in the right place. The cost of relocating an already installed fountain can be the same as the cost of installing a new one. As such, one should start by picking a spot of installation first. The spot should be centrally located so that the structure will attract attention and add beauty.

Maintenance of the structure is also very important. One of the major activities involved in maintenance is ensuring that the structure has enough liquid at all times. The pumping of water from the basin so that it can splash to the ground by gravity is done by a pump. Pumps are usually powered by electricity or liquid fuels like gasoline. As such, for the pump to work well, it must have enough water always.

Pumps usually burn out in case the basin does not have water. Water is a key requirement as it aids maintaining the proper functioning of the pump and cooling it. One is required to constantly check the water level in order to refill the basin if the level drops below the set standard. There are numerous ways through which liquid loss occurs from a fountain, evaporation being one.

Water in outdoor fountains may be lost due to animal activity. Pets, wild and domestic animals are commonly attracted by sources of waters. They will therefore be attracted to fountains since it is a source of waters for them to drink. Such activities will usually lead to a significant drop in water levels.

It is also important to clean the whole structure at once in a while. In order to keep the structure running and in good condition, one needs to remove dirt and any materials that accumulates in the structure over a period of time. The dirt may be from the environment or from activities by animals or kids.

Components of a fountain include taps, pumps and pipes among others. There are chances of these components to undergo wear and tear with time. It is important to ensure they are repaired or replaced by a professional when they get damaged. The structure also needs to be inspected regularly in order to identify any issues that may arise.




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