Water Fountains – How To Create A Sanctuary Of Calm In Your Home Or Garden

The sight and sound of flowing water helps induce a peaceful feeling of calm and serenity. A water fountain is a great way to bring the harmonious power of a natural waterfall or babbling brook into your own garden, patio or interior space. Outdoor fountains come in all kinds of designs, to enhance any style of garden, from bird baths to solar fountains. Indoor fountains range from compact desktop designs, perfect for creating a relaxing working atmosphere, to big wall fountains that bring a welcoming sense of calm to the ambiance.

Outdoor garden fountains range from cascading waterfalls to gently trickling bird baths, and all are ideal for creating a haven of tranquility, whether you've got a large backyard or small patio or balcony. The soothing sound of water flowing through an outdoor fountain can really help wash away those worries and lift the spirits, helping to transform an ordinary garden into the perfect escape from the noise and rush of modern life. A garden fountain not only helps create a relaxing environment, it can be an attractive visual centerpiece of your garden's design.

With the variety of indoor fountains available, it's possible to bring the naturally soothing sound of moving water into your home or office. The repetitive sound of trickling water helps promote feelings of relaxation and concentration, helping you unwind at the end of a busy day and to clear your mind of distracting thoughts when you've work to do. Tabletop fountains come in compact designs, so they easily fit onto a table or bookshelf. Water fountains make unique gifts too. Whatever type of fountain you're looking for, you're sure to find something that's just right from the range offered here.

The Three Tier Bird Bath Water Fountain is made from weather-resistant resin in a fetching green color, which will blend in beautifully with the natural greenery of your garden. The pretty circular base is decorated with scrolled accents and holds the sturdy support column. The bird bath bowl has plenty of room for visiting birds and butterflies. The two tiers above have textured edges that create a wonderful rivulet effect, which is both visually pleasing and soothing to the ear. This outdoor fountain makes an enchanting addition to any garden.

The best water fountains available online can be found at Fountain Crafters, the water fountain experts since 2001.

September 9, 2009

The Stylish Elegance of a Free Standing Floor Fountain

Landscape water fountains

The last few years have given rise to the massive decorative popularity of decorative water fountains. These home fixtures have grown ever more prominent on account of their beauty, usefulness, and sheer versatility. It’s not hard to find the perfect floor fountain for your home, as they are found in a wide variety of sizes, shapes, and materials.

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After installing a floor fountain, you will quickly discover just how beneficial they can be. Their large sizes, for example, make them ideal for a focal piece. Putting your floor fountain on prominent display will make it a central decoration that will unify your interior décor. Most landscape water fountains are also larger than wall fountains, and require no mounting or hanging. They are typically very easy to install, requiring only an electrical outlet to plug them in. Note that water garden fountains are larger than tabletop or wall fountains, and can’t fit into small spaces. However, their beauty and decorative enhancement cannot be rivaled by these smaller fountains. There is simply no substitute for a floor fountain to create an aura of peace and tranquility in your home. Indoor landscape water fountains can be found in several different materials, including cast stone, slate, glass, metal, resin, acrylic, or a combination of materials. You will often find stone fountains in an outdoor setting. Generally, slate fountains are used indoors due to their relatively fragile but very elegant nature. These water fountains are highly durable and beautiful, and they will surely work with a variety of home interior styles and designs.

Varieties of large water fountain

Glass floor fountains are perfect for people who want an elegant, yet very personal fountain. Metal landscape water fountains are prized for the shimmering effect they give to the cascading water, and are generally very affordable for the first time fountain buyer. Resin decorative water fountains are popular too. They look like stone, but they are lightweight and far less expensive.

A very common concern for new floor fountain owners is the amount of water usage. Contrary to popular belief, these fountains do not use much water. The large water fountain pump continuously recycles the water. You will need to change the water in your floor fountain regularly, but other than that, it couldn’t be easier to maintain. When it comes to the size of your indoor floor fountain, the only limit is the size of your room. They can be found in sizes ranging from a few feet to more than six feet high. Consider how much space you want your floor waterfall to occupy before purchasing, or you might be short some space when you get it home.

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You can find water fountains available in a wide range of prices. The expense of the material used and the size of the fountain will both be major factors in the final cost of the floor fountain.

You can find fountains for a few hundred dollars, up into the thousand-dollar price bracket. Regardless of your budget, there is a large water fountain out there for you.

Remember that just because many floor fountains are affordable, does not make them “cheap.” Less expensive models may be smaller, but they will still function just as well as larger, more costly landscape water fountains. If you are unsure, try investing in a smaller fountain to see how you like it. These water garden fountains are so hypnotically appealing that you might even consider an upgrade someday.

Floor water fountains are also available with many different features. For example, you can often find fountains with built in lights that shine on the water as it flows. The effect of this dynamic lighting will be an improved interior aesthetic and a palpably romantic atmosphere. If you have limited space, you can find an indoor floor fountain that doubles as a wall fountain. These can be mounted on a wall or placed upright on the floor. For  more personal touch, many companies also allow you the opportunity to customize your floor fountain. It may cost a little more to have a design created to suit your needs, but the result will be a unique fountain that perfectly matches your décor and theme. This is one of the greatest benefits of floor waterfalls.

These decorative water fountains can be tailor-made to your precise preferences, which guarantees you an interior decoration that you will cherish for a lifetime. There are thousands of pre-made indoor floor fountains from which to choose if you don’t want to wait for a custom design, and these are just as beautiful and unique as any custom fountain. Don’t feel like you have to spend extra money on customization just to find something you like. With a bit of patience, you will have no difficulty finding elegant water garden fountains that are perfect for your home.

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September 11, 2009

DECORMATE @ 11:24 pm

Wonderful finds here! Also, I found something interesting I thought I would share…from something I wrote this month…
DÉCOR TIPS & QUIPS from AlphabetPIX.com
Bringing Out Your Inner BOLD!
Bill Blass said, “Style is primarily a matter of instinct.” Decorating takes on a new meaning for each individual. Clever and chic for Janie may be yesterday’s yawn-fest for Carol. Different tastes in décor mean different furniture, artwork and color palettes. So what is the rule of thumb for making your place zing if it’s not a certain style, pattern, or color?
Bold, baby! Bring on the bold!
Boldly say what you want to say when designing a room. Make a statement and let your personality shine through. If you go in for the palest blues to soothe and relax, add a custom zing to make it pop! Love black and white photography? Maybe even some of that ultra-hot photo alphabet wall art in black and white? Splash in some passionate pink or revved up red on the wall to make it sizzle.
No longer are walls content with neutral shades. Any color of the palette goes! Splash on muted melons or eccentric eggplants with savvy sage. Classic colors cozy up with velvety crimsons and Dijon yellows. Color is fantastically bold and beautiful! Rich textured throws, swags, rugs and runners jazz up every room, every time.
Patterns are all the rage now, too. Twists and twirls, paisleys and pearls-bold is key! Did you ever in a million years think of dotting stripes and striping dots? Designers these days are pulling out all the geometrical stops. Paisley mixes with all sorts of combinations-checks, polkas, and weathered solids. Discover a new way of looking at the world around you in different shapes and deigns.
Mix it all with gorgeous gilding in silver and gold. Toss in a few well-chosen accents-bold and beautiful. And with the trend of decor becoming more and more personalized, a meaningful piece of photography will make you feel right at home. Black and white as well as the historic look of sepia photography looks gorgeous in any room. Add all these ingredients together, and you’ve got yourself a decorating design that not only expresses your individual style but does so as personally and beautifully as you want it to.
Whatever you want to say while decorating, say it with your own personal sense of style. Put it out there for the world to see and don’t look back! Embrace your individuality whether your nature is “Janie jazzed” or “Carol calm”. Express yourself! When people enter your home they’ll shoot you a complementary smile, knowing it looks and feels sooooo perfectly like you. And no one can do YOU better.
To take your individual decorating accents and style to a whole new level of personalization, check out alphabetpix.com. Imagine photographs of natural alphabets, clip art photo messages or even personalized photo place mats. Consider yourself a person on the go? You’ll love AlphabetPIX.com pictures to go with alphabet letters! (Intrigued yet? Check us out now!)
Amp up that “you” factor, bringing the bright lights, bold city look to the forefront with clever photography of New York architecture and nature. And, if it’s gorgeous enough for your home, you KNOW personalized photo gifts are great for any occasion!
by T. Miller
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