Popular Materials Used for Floor Fountains
Most people are pretty blown away when they start shopping for floor fountains for their home or office. When did the selection suddenly explode into what it is today? You may expect to be faced with a handful of water fountains that you really love, but when that handful turns into dozens, it makes the decision making process significantly harder. Sometimes, choosing a material first will help keep you focused!
Slate
This has become an extremely popular material for floor fountains for a long list of reasons. It offers a very natural feel to any space. It is essentially the closest you are going to get to have a rock face in your home. For this reason, the sound of the water cascading over it is incredibly real; if you close your eyes, you will find yourself next to a beautiful waterfall, surrounded by lush greenery. Slate comes in an array of colors and since it is natural, no two patterns or water fountains are ever the same.
Fiberglass
Although you can find fiberglass indoor fountains, it is primarily reserved for outdoor varieties. It can be shaped into virtually anything and is often used to replicate stone. Fiberglass is amazingly durable and surprisingly light. If you want a large outdoor floor fountain, but you want to be able to move it to your garage for the winter, fiberglass may be the way to go.
Stone
This is actually a flexible material to work with, as it can be manipulated into many shapes. If you want a fountain for your front landscaping, but you are scared that it will grow legs in the middle of the night, stone may be your best bet, as this is a heavy material.
Ceramic
Although ceramic floor fountains do not offer the most natural sound, they are certainly some of the prettiest. Ceramic can be crafted into any shape, painted any color and then glazed to look exquisite. These floor fountains are found as both indoor and outdoor selections.
Wood
Who doesn’t love the look of wood? It is a very versatile material that can find its place in a room of any theme from country cottage to Victorian to contemporary.
Metal
Copper and stainless steel are both popular choices for floor fountains. Stainless steel is primarily used for trim purposes, especially with glass and mirror varieties while copper is used as trim or as the primary material.