Bond Tolleson Indoor/Outdoor Fountain

very nice

The fountain was well-packaged [...] I purchased it from Simple Fountains, but it doesn't show me as a verified buyer, because I didn't create an account when I ordered. The directions weren't...Read complete review

The fountain was well-packaged [...] I purchased it from Simple Fountains, but it doesn't show me as a verified buyer, because I didn't create an account when I ordered. The directions weren't the best, but it's not rocket science to assemble. It appears well-made, and the walls of the resin pots are thick.The pump appears small, but it works just fine.The included plant was skimpy. Also included is green grassy material (like you would use for a train set model, or to place on the inside/around a potted fake plant); and that was handy. I bought a fern on clearance at a craft store, and it looks much better than the included plant.The reason for 4 stars is the "splash over". It occurs when the water falls into the last pot. It's not bad, but I wasn't expecting it based on other reviews. The splashing is a light/occasional sprinkle; some of it is caught by the pot edges, but the rest goes on the floor. Again, it is not bad, but it will make your flooring damp (or a little wet if it's "on" for a few hours). I have the fountain on carpet. I will buy 2 dark brown shower towels and place them bunched-up around the base of the fountain (to simulate dirt). And that should solve the problem.The 2 lights are very nice. The light plug is separate from the pump plug. There are no switches for either plug, so you have to plug/unplug from the wall to turn on/off.The water sound is "high" (like it says in the description). That's what I wanted. The fountain is in my bedroom, and I use it to drown-out sounds from a park and neighbors as needed. Depending on the size and configuration of your home, if you placed this fountain in a central location, then you would likely hear it throughout your house.For those of you buying distilled water, it holds 6 gallons (the largest pot has a large hidden reservoir). However, add 5 gallons first and turn-on the pump. After all pots are filled and the water is flowing, then add the 6th gallon (if you want). I add half a cup of vinegar to my fountain monthly to help keep it clean.