Tuesday, 14 February 2012

Taking Care Of Your Wall Water Fountains

By George Harris


Wall water fountains are commonly made from four basic components: liquid plastic resin, fiberglass, cement and stone, with resin being the least expensive and stone being the highest price tagged item. The style of wall water fountains can differ from classical to contemporary, basic to elaborate, even somewhat kitschy to fully complex. But exactly what just about all water wall features have in common is actually a no-frills and no-fuss way of circulating water. Unlike other water fountains, wall water fountains skip the trouble of plumbing and depend on the ingenious little duo of the fountain pump and its impeller.

The pump of the fountain is the reason why the fountain ticks, so it is vital that you keep it thoroughly clean. If it clogs up with particles or algae it will not operate properly. Because it sits in the base of the water fountain it makes for a great place for algae to cultivate. You can just unplug the water pump, unplug the tube that attaches the pump to the water fountain and remove it to clean. There's typically a back on the fountain pump motor that can be taken out. Run fresh water over the pump and use some kind of brush, a toothbrush is effective, to get rid of any build up in the small places. Remove accumulated debris from the fountain and pump once a week, ensuring that the water pump stays fully submerged for top efficiency. The pump should run consistently to avoid stagnation - water that is constantly moving will mean that your wall fountain will need less cleaning up.

Additionally, algae or mineral scale are normal problems in parts which come in contact with water. If you are starting to discover them, or your fountain is creating an unpleasant odor, you may want to clean up the fountain. Periodic cleaning is an integral part of maintaining any wall-mounted fountain. Then to doubly safeguard the water, there are cleaning agents and nutrients to help battle the bacteria and keep it from thriving in the water. You measure it out based on how many gallons of water your wall water fountains happen to include.

And yes, wall water fountains need to be watered. Water disappears, so wall water fountains, in particular, have to be replenished regularly. A water fountain should have sufficient water to keep its fountain pump fully submerged. This will prolong its life and help you save money. If the pump is noisier than normal, then either it needs to be cleaned or the water level is not high enough. If you would like an easier time keeping your wall water fountains in shape, then it is a smart idea to use sterilized water. Why distilled water? The key reason is really because ordinary tap water has a high mineral content. You can get a nasty mineral buildup when the water carries a high mineral content, this could keep your fountain from working correctly.

By simply following these easy steps and recommendations, you will have wall water fountains which are a joy to hear and view for some time to come. You'll also have fountains which will run at the best possible efficiency for many years.




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