Thursday, August 22, 2013

Ideas For Including Outdoor Fountains In Your Landscaping Concept

By Tara Daniels


For your next landscaping project you may want to consider including a water feature. Outdoor Fountains are a great way to add an interesting new dimension to your space. They are many times easy to install yourself and can be found in a wide variety of styles and sizes to fit any need.

When you are planning out the space and thinking of installing a water features, give special consideration to the following ideas. There are a lot of different ways that an outdoor fountain can be included and there are particular types of features which work best for each concept. Choosing the right implementation is going to give you a feature that adds charm and style to your outdoor space and does not seem like an out of place afterthought.

Front yard fountains are a great addition to your property. These water features can be large and elaborate with a large spray or simple providing a single stream of water and a gentle sound. These can often be installed by the homeowner themselves.

Another simple type of fountain to install is a garden style. These smaller water features can often be installed without the need for plumbing or dedicated electrical and can be moved around if the design of the garden changes over time. They can add a relaxing and calming effect to the garden layout as well.

Pool fountains are a very popular style and have been for some time. They provide an interesting addition to your pool and can add to the fun and relaxation that you get out of it. They can either be installed at the time of the pool installation or can be put in after the fact by a certified pool builder.

Patio fountains have the added advantage of being able to incorporate additional features such as fire pits tables, sound systems and light systems. They are usually installed professionally and can also be fitted with piping and timing controls to use the water that is located in the basin to irrigate planters and shrubbery located on or around the patio or deck. These water features allow not only an interesting backdrop for any social gathering but also can make your life easier by helping to keep your patio and deck plants looking healthy.

A large scale water feature such as a waterfall wall or a decorative central fountain can add a very sophisticated and elegant aspect to any outdoor space. It can act as a unifying factor to bring together a multi-sectioned space. One of the most popular things to do is to use such a feature as a main water supply for irrigation, pool, jacuzzi and more. These type of features require more planning and the use of a professional builder but they are well worth the time and expense to create the perfect outdoor space.

Keeping in mind these concepts for how outdoor fountains can be used in your landscaping plans will help to provide you with a better space that is more enjoyable and interesting. Choosing the right type of water feature for your project and concept will ensure that the feature blends in seamlessly . The use of such a well integrated feature in your landscaping can take your space from great to awesome.




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