Water Fountain Basics: A Quick Guide

Outdoor, indoor, and commercial water fountains that you and your thirsty cat will love

From the legendary fountain of youth to the Trevi Fountain in Rome to the massive water spouts of King Fahd's Fountain in Saudi Arabia, water fountains have inspired romantic quests, enduring art, and world-famous spectacles. At SimplyFountains.com, our ambitions aren't quite so grand as eternal youth or a Guinness World Record (though either one would be nice). Instead, as the leading online source of outdoor and indoor water fountains since 2003, our goal is to provide water fountains that bring beauty, peacefulness, soothing sounds, and natural humidity into your home or garden. Here are some ideas to help you find the best water fountain for your needs.

Outdoor Fountains Uses: Outdoor fountains can be used to beautify a landscape, provide a drinking source for birds, accentuate the quietness or solitude of a garden, or ease the dryness of an arid climate. Styles: When choosing an outdoor fountain, consider whether you would like it to blend in somewhat naturally or stand out distinctly as an aesthetic addition to your yard or garden. Some of our waterfall fountains and cascade fountains (including pond kits) would provide a natural look, while barrel or column fountains are more overtly decorative. If you'd like a garden fountain that is more classic or traditional, we recommend browsing our selection of urn and tiered fountains. Solar fountains are an increasingly popular choice as well, though a solar fountain will need some direct sunlight to operate at its best. Materials: Our garden fountains are available in a range of natural and weather-resistant materials, including ceramic and slate. Stone fountains and copper fountains are among our most popular items.

Indoor Fountains

Wall

If your living room is desperately in need of a dynamic focal point, then an indoor wall fountain should be at the top of your wish list. When we say that indoor wall fountains are immersive, we don't mean that you should go swimming in them. We mean that they bring a living sight and sound into a room, creating a more sensorial atmosphere than would a simple painting or artwork. For the best of both worlds, see our selection of designer wall fountains, which use striking images as a backdrop for their cascade of water.

Tabletop Not all indoor fountains need to be large or conspicuous. In fact, tabletop fountains are sometimes heard rather than seen. A tabletop fountain is a sonic stress reliever that can enhance concentration, aid meditation, humidify a room, or just tempt your cat into licking it. Seriously though, if you want an indoor fountain that's more about relaxation than ostentation, see our selection of contemporary, traditional, and Zen fountains. Floor A floor fountain is essentially an indoor waterfall fountain. As such, floor fountains are ideal for anyone seeking an accent piece or a unique item with which to decorate a room corner or a prominent wall. With sizes ranging from under two feet to over five feet, floor fountains are versatile enough to be used in any room or decor scheme.

Commercial Water Fountains

Our selection of commercial fountains is truly diverse, ranging from minimally styled courtyard fountains to imposing and majestic pieces for pools and ponds. Whether the impression you wish to create is discreet and businesslike or monumental and fun, we have a commercial fountain that can meet your needs. Volume discounts are available. We welcome you to call us at 1-866-736-2084 for a free quote.

Fountain Accessories

Our selection of fountain accessories includes products for keeping water clean and free of algae, pond foggers for misting, and garden and underwater lights for evening viewing. Sorry, no snorkeling equipment, even for your pet(s).