Solar Fountains

       January 1, 0000    1140

 

Can one imagine a garden without a fountain? The children would love the sight of the water springing from the fountain in sprays. Not only the childern but the adults also enjoy the renewal and refreshing power the sight of water has .The sight of water has a cooling effect on any one and refreshes both the eyes and soul of an depressed person. In early days the fountains depended on the natural gravity flow of water from the spring. However, today the people have realised the effect of the sight and sound of water has a natural stress relieving and cooling effect. Hence , there are many types of fountains avaible in the market. The fountains are not only found in public gardens but also in homes. Since people , today want to create an unique environment where the running water is an object of beauty and an agent of calm.

What Is A Solar Fountain?

The fountains that are powered by the solar energy is known as the solar fountains. The solar fountains have solar cells that are powered either by battery or by a direct pump system. There is a wide array of solar powered fountains available and they are becoming very popular. Some of the classic and popular solar fountain designs are a large stone basin with cherubic figures, water pouring from an amphora, multi-level step fountains and zen-style rock fountains .

How Does The Solar Fountain Works?

The small solar panels capture the sunlight and convert that into electricity to power the mechanism of solar fountains. there are two types of solar fountains available. They are
1. fountains with built-in panels
2. fountains that have wire attached to the panels and the panel can be placed where optimum sunlight is received.

The solar fountains are available for both indoor and outdoor purpose. The fountains are portable and easy to install. The only requirement for the functioning of the solar fountains is the solar energy.

Types Of Solar Fountains

The solar fountains can enhance the beauty of any garden or living roo. Some of the popular types of solar fountains are listed below.

1. Solar birdbath fountains
2. Floating solar fountains
3. Large solar fountains for the gardens

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