Relax Outdoors With A New Outdoor Water Fountain

Outdoor garden fountains: the words conjure images of tranquility and serenity, idyllic summer afternoons spent lounging outside, relaxing to the natural sounds of bubbling water. But all romance aside, these outdoor artworks are vital for any garden because they provide so many health benefits, to refresh both your body and mind.

The quick answer is "yes," and here are multiple reasons. For 1, the cascading water of the waterfall rupture the bonds that glue the water molecules together. This process releases negative ions into the atmosphere. Negative ions bond to positively charged particles, such as dust particles, bioaerosols, allergens, and an assortment of other airborne pollutants, germs, and toxins. When negative-ions stick/bond to these hard particles, they neutralize one another. This helps clean the air, so you can now breathe easier and prevent the start of respiratory problems. Also an accumulation of negative-ions in the air will reduce asthma, and has also been linked to an enhanced overall body wellness. Much of your well being depends on how clean the air is your breathing.

An additional health benefit of installing a outdoor fountain is it will enhanced the focus and concentration, when can lead to mental soundness and a greater peace of mind. A garden water fountain accomplishes this through making what is called "white noise," a multi-frequency sound wave that can help drown out other sounds you do not want to hear, such as: (neighbors, tv in the next room, dogs barking, and or a baby crying). The first benefit of this, is greatly improved and deeper relaxation. Now with no loud noise you can rest peacefully, listening instead to the relaxing sounds of smooth flowing water. A benefit of such restfulness, is the accumulation of serotonin in your cranium. Serotonin, is a neurotransmitter that specializes in brightening you mood: as you hear your fountain, you may feel yourself becoming more relaxed as you are lulled into a mental state of deep relaxation.

After installing your new outdoor fountain, and seeing all of these new health benefits for yourself, you will want to keep your waterfall running problem free for many years to come. Luckily, fountains are not too difficult to maintain. Your cleaning method will depend on the material your new water fountain is composed of. For all fountain types, however, make sure your garden fountain rests on a flat, level surface for an even water flow and distribution. Also, make sure your fountain uses distilled water, as tap water and ground water can clog the pump or increase mineral buildup. For ceramic and stone water fountains, use a calcium lime remover (brand name CLR) to help you get rid of mineral and salt build-up. To treat algae, be sure to use an animal-safe solution, as birds will likely use your water feature as a watering hole. Your water fountain should be taken apart and cleaned carefully every four to six months. See? It's pretty easy.