Benefits Of An Indoor Waterfall Fountain

An indoor waterfall fountain comes with a lot of benefits. Besides raising the curb appeal of your house, and increasing the value of your property, this design has a therapeutic effect. Incorporating a waterfall fountain into your indoor garden is quite easy, even for a tiny studio flat. There are lots of sizes and styles to choose from, ranging from small wall mounted decorations, and countertops to wall-integrated pieces.

One of the key benefits of installing an indoor fountain is improving the air quality of the space. A fountain ideally serves as a humidifier, which brings various benefits to both the people and plants around it. Furthermore, the flowing water purifies the surrounding air from negative ions and dust. For this reason, a small waterfall fountain is quite beneficial for kids.

In general, indoor water feature manufacture is particular, produce a soothing sound of the water stream. This feature helps to increase the quality of life, not to mention the fact that it can reduce an annoying background noise for those living in busy areas.

The therapeutic effect is good for both children and adults in the space, and is therefore highly recommended for families to invest in indoor waterfall fountain.

Types of Indoor Waterfall Fountains

Most people dream of experiencing the soothing effects and sounds of a flowing waterfall all day, but many believe that it’s too expensive to install an indoor fountain or too demanding to maintain. None of this is true. Although indoor fountains were previously reserved for the rich and famous, their prices have gradually dropped, and it’s easy to find affordable solutions for almost all budgets.

The styles and types of indoor waterfall fountains usually range from small decorations that can fit a countertop or a shelf to large, imposing wall mounted options.

Countertop Indoor Waterfall Fountains

These are generally inexpensive and compact, but come in relaxing and beautiful designs. They are ideal for people living in small spaces, as they can easily fit on a desk or into a shelf, and come in a wide variety of styles to suit your room’s décor.

Some of the most popular countertop fountains are oriental designs. In most cases, these can be integrated in an indoor Zen garden quite easily, and can be used as single decorations. Most of them come with integrated LED’s, with a choice of materials ranging from wood and bamboo to marble and stone. Countertop waterfall fountains are generally powered by batteries or electricity.

Freestanding Waterfall Fountains

Also known as floor waterfall fountains, freestanding fountains also come in a wide range of styles. In most cases, the differentiating factor between them and the countertop models is their size, not the design. Nonetheless, since they are larger, they come in a bit more styles.

Many freestanding fountains are made from glass and similarly stylish materials, such as stainless steel complemented with mirror, and other fancy elements. Unsurprisingly, they are more expensive than countertop fountains, with their price ranging from affordable to very expensive.

Wall-Mounted Indoor Fountains

These are generally the most expensive types of indoor waterfall fountains, yet the most stylish. They are made up of a mirror or glass panel enclosed in a stainless steel frame, and are usually mounted on walls. The water ideally cascades on the glass panel, thereby creating a soothing, beautiful effect. Some of the options are easy to integrate into the wall as a permanent fixture.

How to Choose an Indoor Waterfall Fountain

Design

The first thing you want to consider is the design of your future waterfall fountain. Regardless of its size, the design should ideally match the decor of your space. If you want something relaxing that inspires you to meditate, a small oriental fountain made from bamboo and ceramic materials might be your best option.

You can also achieve the same effect with a small countertop fountain. These models usually look nice in minimalist environments, or in a home that has a Japanese inspired décor. Stone or rock fountains usually look well in traditional environments. Freestanding models made of stone will look great in small indoor gardens, or arranged in the living area or under a staircase.

Modern freestanding or wall-mounted fountains are perfect for contemporary or modern apartments.

Material

Here, it’s best to consider the robustness and durability of the waterfall fountain instead of the actual material. Ensure that the fountain is constructed from high quality materials that can resist damage and wear over time.

If you want an inexpensive decoration, go for resin materials rather than plastic. While the two materials are similar, resin is generally more resistant to wear, and will maintain its properties over a long time.

If you go a ceramic fountain, ensure that its construction is thick ceramic, and that it stands well on the shelf.  In general, ceramic resists wear and tear for a long time.

Power Source

Most countertop fountains are powered by batteries or electricity, while the other types of fountains are exclusively powered electrically. When water and electricity are combined, they can be lethal. Make sure that the fountain has a well insulated power cord and motor, that poses zero risk.

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