Installing a water fountain is an excellent and inexpensive way to improve the interior of your home or office. It is important to choose a fountain that is easy to maintain. Without proper maintenance the water in your fountain will have an unpleasant musty odor and the fountain can clog or be permanently damaged. Regular maintenance is important for keeping your water fountain in perfect condition.
There is a wide range of fountains, including indoor and outdoor fountains, garden fountains, floor fountains, wall fountains and table top fountains. Water fountains also come in a variety of materials such as stainless steel, slate, copper, glass, bronze, ceramic and others. Therefore, you should learn about the particular fountain care steps for your specific type and material. There is no single maintenance schedule for every type of fountain made. Therefore you need to read the instructions that come with your particular fountain.
Here are a few fountain caring tips that do apply to most fountains:
Water Level: Determine the proper water level for your fountain. An average is to refill two times a week. When you are not at home, it can be beneficial if you unplug the fountain to extend the motor life and to make sure the pump does not go dry, which could damage the motor.
Cleaning Your Fountain: Algae may grow in the water, blocking the water flow channels. Therefore, the rocks, the pump and the bowl need to be cleaned from time to time. You should clean your water fountain at least four times per year. Some specific breeds of fish eat algae, so you may wish to keep such fish in the water if this applies to your type of water display.
Indoor Fountain Maintenance: Fountain care for most fountains is relatively low since they are now designed to where the water can be re-circulated within the integrated reservoirs. The overflow systems are modernized, making sure that there is much less valve clogging than before. They even usually come with an anti-microbial coating. But make sure that the water you are pouring into your fountain does not have a high level of minerals that will reduce the fountains efficiency.
