My Passion For Water Fountains

Water Fountain Sound

2009-07-16T09:00:00.004-06:00

The Fountaineer has been resting, visiting and doing some local sight-seeing with an out of town visitor. One of the local stops was a store selling various items, including indoor water fountains. Now, being the Fountaineer, I decided to check them out. This is not unusual for me, but I was unprepared for what I noticed on this occasion.Sound. I have previously addressed this issue within the

Fountain destination - Versailles +

2009-06-30T12:29:00.034-06:00

Hello. Thank you for joining the Fountaineer for today's trip to Versailles. And, surprise!, after Versailles we will be taking a bonus side trip to another Fountain Destination, Hellbrunn Palace, in Austria before ending our June Travels.I hope you've remembered to include your portable water fountain because at the end of the journey today you'll probably need the relaxing abmbience of flowing

Fountain Destination - London

2009-06-26T13:11:00.014-06:00

Thank you for joining the Fountaineer in London, England. I hope you remembered to turn off your indoor water fountains and that you packed your battery-operated water fountain for use tonight. There are many water fountains in London. We will only have time to visit a few of them today; let’s start with contemporary samples.Here we are in Hyde Park, where we find the Diana, Princess of Wales

Water Fountain Destination - Rome, Italy

2009-06-18T08:32:00.027-06:00

Are you ready for some fountains?Is your suitcase packed? Did you remember to pack in your portable battery-operated water fountain? You’ll likely need it for this trip. Is your home indoor water fountain turned off ?OK, so let’s go!Here we are in Rome, the Water Fountain Capital of the World. There are literally hundreds of water fountains including the small “nasoni” (named for the ‘Roman Nose’

Water Fountain Destinations Across the US

2009-06-16T09:27:00.045-06:00

As promised, I'll be taking a journey across the US to highlight various Water Fountain Destinations in this post. The categories in which I'd place these fountains are: the unique, the spectacular, the mood-setters and the easily accessible (found in much-frequented tourist spots).Each of these water fountains are worth a stop. If close to home, pack a picnic basket and check out the fountain.

Water Fountain Destination - Las Vegas

2009-06-12T10:11:00.006-06:00

Turn off your indoor & outdoor fountains, make room in your suitcase for your portable battery operated water fountain and move out smartly for today's Water Fountain Destination - Las Vegas.This City in the desert is home to many fountains and water features, most found along the famous Strip with all it's themed hotels. One would expect water features at The Venetian with it's canals... ...at

Water Fountain Destination - Portland, OR

2009-06-11T07:39:00.000-06:00

It's time to pack your battery-operated fountain into your carry-on and shut down your stationary indoor and outdoor fountains in preparation for a trip to Portland, OR. Today's Water Fountain Destination is truly fountain-rich. I don't often get into the local history, but this city is an exception. Founded in the mid-1800s by Asa Lovejoy and Francis W. Pettygrove (who bought William Overton's

Today's Fountain Destination - San Francisco

2009-06-10T09:53:00.000-06:00

Here we go! Turn off your home water fountain, pack your small, portable battery operated water fountain into your suitcase and hit the road for....San Francisco! A wonderfully accessible city that may be walked from end to end, if you're in good aerobic/ physical shape Or, you may be conveniently moved about via public transportation (be sure to secure a Metro map). Several water fountains

And Yet Another Fountain Destination

2009-06-09T07:24:00.000-06:00

Another journey today, but first I'd like to let ypu know that you can take it with you. Your fountain, that is. A battery operated fountain can pack into a suitcase and not take up too much room. And why have a fountain during my travels, you ask? We all have experienced whirlwind vacations that did not seem to shape up that way before we left home. By the time we returned home on those

Fountain Destination - NYC

2009-06-08T09:50:00.000-06:00

OK, turn off/unplug your indoor water fountain and head out to the Big Apple, New York City. There are many publicly and privately commissioned fountains for your viewing pleasure. The city is big, but the public transportation system is extensive and inexpensive. Getting around will take a bit of organizing, but will be well worth the time to do it. Most municipal fountains in major cities

And Another Fountain Destination

2009-06-07T15:41:00.000-06:00

Well, as you think about leaving your indoor water fountain at home and taking a vacation trip, why not consider St. Louis? Not as many fountains as in Kansas City, but a few worth a look when you're in that area.The most dramatic fountain is called the Gateway Geyser. To be fair it isn't in St Louis, but across the Mississippi river, a 10 Minute drive from St. Louis, in East St Louis, IL. It

Yet Another Water Fountain Destination

2009-06-06T09:04:00.000-06:00

Rome is still THE Water Fountain Capital, but we have a US city that aspires to surpass Rome's water fountain total. Your indoor water fountain is a descendent of those in ancient Rome as are the many fountains in Kansas City which is the Fountain Capital of the US. The City's first fountain was established in 1899 as an intregal part of the city's plan for it's park system. The city fathers

Another Water Fountain Destination

2009-06-05T09:11:00.000-06:00

Your indoor water fountain is an awesome addition to your home just as the centerpiece public water fountains are to their communities. The last post focused on Chicago's Buckingham Fountain. This post will move to the Nothwest corner of the US, Seattle Wa.When you're in Seattle, along with ventures into the historical Pioneer Square area - take the popular Underground Tour for an interesting

A Water Fountain Destination

2009-06-04T09:00:00.000-06:00

So, you're a travelling kind of person. And you like your own indoor water fountain and you're likely to enjoy checking out the famous water fountains found at your destination. No matter your urban choice, chances are that you'll have an opportunity to check out a local water fountain. Some fountains have their roots in history, others will be unique in design and others may have elements of

2009-06-01T09:35:00.000-06:00

I am sitting close to the fountain in my enclosed patio as I think about & jot down ideas for this post. The sound of the water is absolutely wonderful! Here’s a picture of the source of that sound.If there were only one or two benefits of indoor water fountain ownership, it would likely be OK with most people. However, your indoor water fountain (your multi-tasking workhorse) is actually a

Indoor Water Fountains – Psychological Benefits

2009-05-26T09:05:00.000-06:00

An indoor water fountain is the source of many benefits, physical, environmental, psychological and aesthetic, to anyone in its immediate environment. I’ve discussed the physical and environmental advantages elsewhere; this article will address the psychological perks. The amazing water fountain, with its many benefits, represents a wise and solid investment for one’s home, especially in light of

Indoor Water Fountain Benefits – Looking at the Physical/Environmental Benefits, Part 2

2009-05-20T07:22:00.000-06:00

This post is a short one. My previous post addressed the air-cleansing aspects of your water fountain and this one is on the air moistening benefits. Your indoor water fountain will also humidify the air through evaporation. This process places additional moisture into the air and helps prevent your skin and other natural materials in your home from becoming too dry. Humidification is especially

Indoor Water Fountain Benefits – Looking at the Physical/Environmental Benefits, Part 1

2009-05-11T09:07:00.000-06:00

Your indoor water fountain is more than a decorative object in your home-- it is the source of several perks providing benefits to anyone who comes into proximity of the fountain. Physical, environmental, psychological, emotional, and purely aesthetic advantages to being around an indoor water fountain are all rolled into one unit which, in today’s difficult economic conditions, represents an

Cleaning Your Tap-Watered Indoor Water Fountain

2009-05-05T07:16:00.000-06:00

If you use de-ionized water from the first filling, you will look forward to a long, hassle-free relationship with your new indoor water fountain; if you’ve already been filling it with tap water, one good cleaning will restore your indoor water fountain to a like-new condition. The way to clean spotty/streaky surfaces is to scrub them with a brush using a readily available mineral remover such

Caring For Your Indoor Water Fountain

2009-04-27T14:09:00.000-06:00

Mineral deposits from tap water cause lime to build up in, on and around your indoor water fountain and will cause problems for you. The problem is that the mineral concentration increases over time because the old minerals don’t go away when you add more minerals with each water refill, so at first nothing seem to be amiss. However, when the concentration starts to build, the problem worsens

Considerations Regarding Outdoor Fountains

2009-04-16T09:29:00.000-06:00

I really like this video because it give a good sense of what its like to have a water fountain nearby. Go ahead & turn up the volume for full effect as you read this post:A water fountain in your environment will provide many benefits to your mind, body, and soul – water fountains are aesthetically pleasing, they enhance physical well being, and they improve ones mental state. By browsing these

More Considerations Regarding Your New Water Fountain

2009-04-16T08:40:00.002-06:00

A water fountain in your environment will provide many benefits to your mind, body, and soul – water fountains are aesthetically pleasing, they enhance physical well being, and they improve ones mental state. By browsing these posts, you will find that you become knowledgeable about your water fountain, and you will be able to share what you’ve learned about water fountains with your friends,

Considerations Regarding Choosing Your Water Fountain

2009-04-16T07:43:00.002-06:00

The Importance Of Water Fountains In My Life

2009-04-13T11:54:00.000-06:00

Hello to all.....This site is dedicated to all things WATER FOUNTAIN; I will be sharing my personal experiences & perspectives. You may agree or disagree with my opinions. Either way, I welcome your thoughts and comments.I've lived most of my life near water-- the Great Lakes in my youth and the Pacific Ocean in my middle years. Today I live in a desert community, and my relationship with water