April 2, 2010, Newsletter Issue #160: Types of Backyard Water Fountains

Tip of the Week

Backyard water fountains offer hours of outdoor relaxation and pleasure. They transform an ordinary backyard into an extraordinary personal sanctuary. Outdoor living space ranges from petite patios gardens to acres of private property. Personal style also plays a significant role in deciding on a backyard water feature. A range of fountain sizes, styles, materials and colors make to easy to match a water fountain to personal space and style.

There are formal and rustic fountains. Look for fountains made of concrete, fiberglass, natural stone, copper, pottery, wood, stainless steel and glass. Elaborate backyard waterfall fountains cascade into tropical ponds. Water flows down the surface of sleek free-standing vertical fountains. Multi-tiered fountains of graduated copper, ceramic or pottery pots add interesting depth and sound to a backyard or patio garden. Floating fountains add eye appeal to a swimming pool or pond. Statuary fountains reflect personal interests in sculpture. And, tabletop fountains make the most of limited space.

Birds and bird watchers enjoy activity around a birdbath fountain. A pond fountain gives energy, reduces algae and aerates potentially stagnant waters of a backyard goldfish pond. A fountain near the front door welcomes guests to your home. And, for the environmentally conscious consumer, it’s easy to go green with a solar-powered fountain. Why stop with one fountain? Fill your world with the energy and enjoyment of water fountains.

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