Garden fountains are a decorative element of a green space. The roar of the water is very relaxing, as well as being an element that integrates well with nature as it recalls the image of natural waterways. It is wrong to think that in small gardens it is not advisable to install a fountain, since today there are also small models on the market that are well suited to green corners. Once the garden fountains were installed inside the large green spaces that surrounded the luxurious homes of wealthy families, today this element of decoration continues to survive, with the difference that the fountains have become truly accessible to anyone. The garden fountains offer a pleasant corner, where you can stretch out to sunbathe or relax in the company of friends. The sound of the water is able to break the monotony of silence that often dominates the outdoor spaces; it is pleasant to listen to, without becoming an annoying element. Usually benches are placed next to them for conversation in a group.

blumfeldt Niagara – Stone Edition, Fountain, Wall Fountain, LED, 37 x 88 x 9 cm, Circulation Pump, Ideal for Indoor and Outdoor, IP44, Natural Stone Optic, Gray Price: on offer on Amazon at: € 159.99 (Save € 20)

The operation of the garden fountains is very simple: they are connected to a water connection that can be drinkable or non-drinkable, and by means of small pumps a mechanism that creates the gush of water is activated. The same amount of water is always used, so consumption is really low. The fountain always consists of a supporting base, or a column if it is a drinking fountain, or a larger container if it is a decorative element. The elements that complement a garden fountain are lighting and flowers. The lighting allows you to have a very particular effect from a distance during the night; flowers instead have an aesthetic purpose.

First of all, we distinguish two different types of fountains: those to be placed on the wall and those that can stand alone. The fountains placed on the wall are equipped with a tap and a container plate to prevent the water from splashing, those that stand alone generally have circular shapes and are well suited to large gardens. If the garden fountain is to be used as a source of water, it is preferable to choose a wall fountain, if instead you decide to install it as a simple decoration element and you have enough space, a round one is preferable. The wall fountain is equipped with a tap to let the water flow, which makes it a fountain in which the water does not flow perpetually but only opens for use.

Garden fountains can be chosen in different materials: stone, concrete, synthetic and cast iron. Stone fountains can be purchased ready-made or can be made by a skilled worker, choosing the shape and color of the stone you prefer. Being a natural element, it certainly gives a greater scenic effect to the fountain, which will fit in well with the surrounding greenery. Cement is a material mostly used for small fountains; its main advantage is its sturdiness and the possibility of creating any shape with it. To create a custom-made concrete garden fountain, you need to create a cast inside which the concrete is poured, and when this has solidified, the fountain can be assembled. Garden fountains made of synthetic material are very durable and just as easy to clean. The cast iron garden fountains are very particular and partly reproduce the model of the fountains found in the squares. Cast iron is an indestructible material, which has been used for this function for several centuries.

Obviously the choice of material is a matter of personal taste and must also be made on the basis of the ‘classic’ or modern imprint that you want to give to your garden. The water inside the fountains (in this case we are talking about the models used to decorate) can gush or create waterfalls, in both cases the effect is very particular. The gush takes place by means of a pump that allows the water to create these particular games; in the case of the waterfall, the water flows reproducing the same dynamics of natural waterfalls. In this case, the garden fountain is completed with stones that help to create a truly suggestive effect. For those who love a minimalist and a little Zen style, it is possible to choose a very simple garden fountain: some models are already available for sale, to be placed in a space where a stone well and a cross-cut bamboo cane are recreated. Inside, aquatic plants can also be immersed. Garden fountains can be purchased from specialized stores or ordered from artisan workshops that can make them in any material, including terracotta, marble chips, and any shape.

Finally you can come across a section that will very soon become your point of reference, at least as regards the choice of fountains. If you have decided to furnish the green corner of your home with an element of this type, in fact, you will not be able to give up our advice for any reason.

What is our purpose? Obviously that of making you perceive every facet of the sector, in such a way as to make you always make decisions in absolute awareness. Immediately discover the various characteristics of the internal fountains, up to the wall ones and the stone fountains. Not enough for you? We will also try to get you to enter a world like that of the sale of fountains.