Wall Fountain Installation And Table Top Fountain Set Up
Indoor wall fountains are decorative pieces that could transform a dull looking space into the focal point of a home. They could instantly create a relaxing environment through the sound of water running down the wall. More often than not, these water features are placed at the entry ways so that they could be immediately seen by visitors and family members alike. However, if you want to make things a bit different for your home, you can place these decorative water features in any place inside the comforts of your crib.
To install wall fountains, it is necessary to have drywall anchors, screw driver, a pencil, a drill and a hammer at your disposal. Before you start with your mission, try to read the instructions included in the package of your wall fountain so that you can be assured that you are not missing anything. It is important to note that some fountains are already set up and only needs hanging, while there are also some types that have parts that needs to be connected before they can be used. Majority of the connections that you have to do for unset fountains are all direct processes; however, as there are different fountain models, it is still necessary to refer to instructions to ensure that your fountain will function.
The next step to do is to find a flat wall surface where the water will cascade down, but a wall with ridges, curves or other patterns would also add visual interest once you place the fountain. Mark the wall where you intend to place your water feature so that you would be able to properly put your fountain in place. Once you finish this, decide on how you will hang your fountain. Wall fountains can be mounted in two means: first is by making slots at the back of the fountain where you can place the screws, and second is by hanging a bracket on the wall where you can easily mount your fountain.
Because the second option is always the easiest means to install a wall mounted fountain, the next step is to drill holes on the wall where you will place the anchors that will support the fountain brackets. When the anchors and brackets are already in place, carefully suspend your wall fountain. Before plugging, make sure you fill it with enough water until the pump is covered, but not full enough as the water might overflow from the edge of the basin. If you think that you haven't forgotten anything, you can now plug your wall fountain and enjoy its relaxing sound and panoramic view.
If a wall fountain is too expensive for your budget, you can still have a water feature inside your home in the form of a tabletop fountain. This type of fountain is a project that you can do yourself. The materials you need are plastic tubing, a small water pump, decorative stones, and a bowl of your preferred size and design. To start with your project, place the pump in the bowl and then connect the plastic tubing to the pump.
After placing the pump and tube inside the bowl, fill it with your decorative stones to make it more beautiful to look at. You can simply hide the cord of the pump by properly placing these ornaments or by taping the cord on the side of the bowl which is not too obvious to the eyes. Add enough water to the bowl until it covers the pump. You can now plug the cord and enjoy the many wonders of your homemade tabletop fountain.
Wall fountains are water features that are not only decorative but are truly relaxing and comforting. With both its decorative and stress relieving prowess, many homeowners are now option for a wall mounted fountain inside their homes. If you want to have a water feature inside your home but cannot afford a wall fountain, you can simply make your own tabletop fountain, which is much easier to maintain and set up.
Published July 2nd, 2010
Filed in Home