http://www.fountaingarden.info Fountains for Gardens, Backyards and Tabletops Thu, 20 Nov 2008 13:45:06 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Relaxing FountainsThere is something relaxing about the sound of a babbling brook or water crashing against rocks. For most of us, these sounds are not readily available on a daily basis, but you can get a table top fountain to bring the soothing sounds of moving water into your home. ... http://www.fountaingarden.info/fountains-for-the-garden/223 Two Kinds Of LightsBasically, there are two kinds of lights available for ponds, halogen lights (which have been around for quite a while), and LED, which are more recent developments. Here are some differences between the two. Note that here we are addressing 12volt systems only. Some advantages of LEDs: ... http://www.fountaingarden.info/fountains-for-the-garden/222 Electrical SafetyTransformers that will be used outside (as almost all will!) really need a 3-prong plug. Beware of the "for indoor use only" transformer as, in order to find an indoor plug and then run the cable to your fixture outdoors these are often more trouble than the price savings ... http://www.fountaingarden.info/fountains-for-the-garden/221 Two Kinds Of LightsBasically, there are two kinds of lights available for ponds, halogen lights (which have been around for quite a while), and LED, which are more recent developments. Here are some differences between the two. Note that here we are addressing 12volt systems only. Some advantages of LEDs: ... http://www.fountaingarden.info/fountains-for-the-garden/220 Outdoor FountainsMany outdoor fountains are made of concrete, and concrete expands and contracts in cold weather. If at all possible, you should move your concrete fountain indoors for the winter. If you're not able to move it indoors, check it frequently to see if there's water collecting in it. You ... http://www.fountaingarden.info/fountains-for-the-garden/219 Outdoor FountainsMany outdoor fountains are made of concrete, and concrete expands and contracts in cold weather. If at all possible, you should move your concrete fountain indoors for the winter. If you're not able to move it indoors, check it frequently to see if there's water collecting in it. You ... http://www.fountaingarden.info/fountains-for-the-garden/218 Proper Fountain CareIt is necessary to take proper care of a fountain to ensure a long life. Try to keep it dry during the winter months. Cover the fountain with blankets or burlap bags to protect it from severe cold. To avoid clogging during summer, you should clean the leaves, ... http://www.fountaingarden.info/fountains-for-the-garden/217 Cooling Your HouseFountains are the best way to provide a cooling effect on your house during hot summers. A wall fountain near the front door produces a pleasing sound to your ear. You can even opt for a standing water fountain with all its necessary accessories like a pump, container, ... http://www.fountaingarden.info/fountains-for-the-garden/216 Types Of LightingLED lights are still quite expensive and it is taking a while for the price to drop. Also, it is difficult to find an LED system that produces high wattage. Halogen lights are good lights, not as durable as LEDs but pretty durable all in all. The most ... http://www.fountaingarden.info/fountains-for-the-garden/215 Choosing A Pond LinerA rigid liner for fixed shape or small size, flexible liner otherwise. Toxin free, durable, puncture proof liner has to be chosen. To prevent puncturing of liner afterwards, a layer of damp sand is laid before laying liner. Home > Indoor Fountains > Indoor Wall Fountains Sunrise Springs Wall ... http://www.fountaingarden.info/fountains-for-the-garden/214