It does not matter if you place one inside or outside, they have the power to completely transform their immediate surroundings into a more tranquil atmosphere.
While you are already well aware how beautiful they are, there are a few other fun facts that you might not know.
Fountains Have Been Around a Long Time Some people are under the impression that these beneficial pieces of art are a new concept, when it comes to decorating, but they're really not.
In fact, outdoor water features have been around for hundreds of years.
A few examples include:
- Cloche Fountain - Russia
- Fontaine de l'Observatoire - France
- Eve Fountain - Russia
- Peterhof Sun Fountain - Russia
- Trevi Fountain - Italy
- Court of the Lions - Spain
Little do they know that they provide some interesting benefits, such as:
- They reduce stress by creating a calming environment.
- They can promote quality sleep by easing the mind before it rests.
- They can help reduce the risk of cold and flu by adding moisture to the air.
This keeps mucus membranes moist so germs rinse away before they can make themselves at home. - They clean the air because negative ions are created as the water flows over a surface.
This is actually is not true.
Although they may not need cleaning as frequently as outdoor water features do, they will still need a good scrubbing with a very soft bristled brush or sponge from time-to-time.
There are products you can pour in the water to help reduce scale so you won't need to clean quite as often.
Fountains are Available in an Array of Materials and Trims Both indoor and outdoor water features are made in a variety ofmaterials, and with many different trims.
Some pieces offer as many as 35 different colors and material choices, plus you can still choose trim style and material.
This allows for a high level of customization.
A few popular favorites today include slate, marble, concrete, glass, cast stone, copper and mirror.