Types of fountains are divided according to the shape, design, implementation, materials used in the construction process, audio and visual features, purification features, size, location, cooling or heating, etc. In this article, we introduce the types of fountains. Considering that this classification is based on different criteria, a fountain may be placed in several categories.
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History
For the first time, different and primitive types of fountains were designed and built in 3000 BC in Mesopotamia, ancient Rome and Iran. In the 15th century AD (9th century AD), the first mechanical and modern fountain was designed and built in Italy and was exposed to the public. In the 16th and 17th centuries AD (10th and 11th centuries AH), the general interest in Europe towards the use of fountains in squares, palaces, luxurious mansions, luxurious gardens and villas was especially expanded. Italian fountains were gradually able to create a new and beautiful effect of art by combining the properties and physical effects of water with artistic additions and emotional displays.
One of the important features in the classification of fountains is their size and location, according to this feature, fountains are divided into two general categories: under-ceiling fountains and outdoor fountains.
Types of indoor water fountains
Figure 1: An example of a fountain of covered spaces
With the expansion of sales and the spread of all kinds of fountains among people, especially personal spaces such as houses, apartments, as well as public spaces such as indoor games, restaurants, cafes, recreational centers, offices, indoor businesses, etc., the meaning of fountains among people Developed countries have combined with indoor fountains.
According to psychologists’ research, such innovations by combining water and light in indoor fountains can help to increase concentration and satisfaction and increase the mental health of employees at work. In this way, people can experience a concoction of energy and positive feeling provided by water fountains, both at work and at home, and generally in indoor spaces. This mental process works in such a way that its positive effect on different people has not decreased with the passage of time, and it also does not cause mental and intellectual ill effects with the passage of time, and its audio and visual effects not only do not make people tired, but on the contrary, cause Reducing anxiety, stress and fatigue caused by continuous work and activity.
The mentioned positive effects can be related to the continuous and cyclical movement of water with light and music plugins, which creates an attractive and dynamic natural environment in the most crowded indoor places.
Today, some types of indoor water fountains have been produced and designed, which can help purify the air in addition to the mentioned positive effects, and ultimately increase the quality of life of people in indoor environments.
Figure 2: An example of a modern under water fountain with the ability to purify the ambient air
Types of outdoor garden fountains
You have probably experienced seeing not so big fountains in gardens and green spaces. In order to benefit from outdoor garden fountains, people have a wide range of choices to buy their fountains (in terms of model, size, material, price, etc.) He said that there is an option for every taste in terms of artistic and technical characteristics.
Figure 3: An example of an outdoor fountain
These types of fountains can be made and designed in all kinds of spectrums in terms of material, function and size, so that in terms of material, they can be made from all kinds of composites, metals such as gold, silver, stainless steel, brass, etc., and also from All kinds of stones and different types of wood, glass, etc. were used in the design of the main body of these fountains. Also, different types of lights can be used for lighting and a wide range of pumps, purifiers, nozzles, connections, etc., each of which leads to the production of a special and unique effect.
Figure 4: A common example of an outdoor fountain
Most of the people who use outdoor water fountains in the gardens mention the location of the water fountain as the center of attention of their garden. These fountains provide a place for people to gather, as well as a means to benefit from the beautiful audio and visual effects of the fountains along with the natural beauty of the garden, and for this reason, the location of the fountain in any garden can be called the center of beauty, peace and dynamism of that garden.
Using a beautiful garden fountain, along with a suitable design with trees and flowers around it, can give a bright and memorable effect to any garden or play area. Also, instead of using an outdoor fountain, several smaller sized fountains with different designs and applications can be used in open spaces and gardens.
Types of fountains
Fountain fountains are a type of fountain that, thanks to their special design style, can induce the existence of a dynamic fountain and evoke natural springs. Due to the dynamic and continuous flow of water and its combination with light and various audio and visual effects, this type of fountain is popular with many users. Among these applications, we can mention their use in different parts of cities and centers of advanced countries, as well as all kinds of gardens and green spaces, courtyards of residential houses, etc. Based on the desired size and type of function, each fountain is made with different technical and engineering features.
Figure 5: An example of a fountain
These types of water fountains are offered in different price categories and thus different people can have a special and beautiful water fountain even in their small yard by spending less money than many other types of water fountains.
Fountains have a delicate beauty and a unique luxury. This fountain is definitely one of the types of fountains that can be highly appreciated by people who are looking for a fountain with a lot of relaxing properties.
Figure 6: An example of a fountain
By adding audio-visual and dynamic effects to this fountain, its relaxing and beautiful properties can be doubled. These types of fountains can be used in closed environments and open spaces.
The design of these fountains has a wide range. One of the common designs is that water is poured from the highest point of the fountain to its lower levels, which usually cover more surface. The body design of these fountains can be completely inspired by nature so that the body can reflect the image of a waterfall, mountain, etc.
Types of Japanese fountains
If someone is aware of Japanese culture and civilization, he has realized that fountains are surprisingly common and customary in Japanese culture and civilization. It is one of the common places to place these types of fountains in areas such as the entrance of temples, holy places and tombs, which instills a kind of spiritual and mystical feeling combined with peace to visitors and different people.
Figure 7: One type of Japanese fountain
For the Japanese, the fountain is a symbol of physical and spiritual purity. This belief has been rooted in Japanese culture for many years and it is not surprising that this belief has influenced the design and manufacturing culture in this country.
The design of Japanese fountains is very impressive and beautiful in such a way that it offers a unique feeling combined with peace in the form of a fountain. In most of these fountains, bamboo wood is used in a beautiful and eye-catching way. Placing this fountain anywhere in private or public spaces increases the visual beauty of that space.
If you are looking for a fountain that has a close relationship with the visual beauty of nature and inspires a sense of purity, dynamism and peace, the Japanese fountain can be one of the good choices for you. These types of water fountains can turn any space into a natural and clean space with easy installation and reasonable price range.
Types of pool fountains
There is no doubt that people enjoy swimming during the warmer months of the year. In the warm months of the year, swimming parties are held more than ever.
Pool fountains can be very interesting and attractive for any person of any age. This attraction can be due to the attractiveness of swimming for people or even the enjoyment of its audio-visual and cooling extensions.
Figure 8: An example of a pool fountain
Many pool fountains are placed around the edge of the pool and can be used with a variety of color LED projectors and the rhythmic and dynamic movement of water and its combination with music.
Pool fountains are available in different types and have a wide price range and can be used anywhere in the pool, in addition to the edge of the pool.
Figure 9: An example of a pool fountain
These water fountains can provide an unforgettable experience of swimming and enjoying the environment in closed or private pools and with beautiful audio-visual effects (by adding LED lamps and moving nozzles, etc.) And the cold will cause people to gather around the pool area.
Types of permanent fountain / hidden fountain
Another familiar type of fountain is the fixed fountain/hidden fountain, which does not have a basin, and this is one of the unique features of this type of fountain. In this type of fountain, instead of using a pond, a water source is used to feed the pump in the fountain itself (usually at its end).
Figure 10: An example of permanent fountains
These types of fountains can be used both in closed spaces and open spaces, along with beautiful and attractive audio-visual add-ons.
For the installation and operation of these types of fountains, according to their size and weight, flat and static places that can bear the weight of these fountains should be considered. Due to their sound attraction, these water fountains are better to be installed in quiet places and away from noise pollution so that their relaxing effects are more visible.
The design of these types of fountains can be placed in a very wide range so that what is in the mind can be presented in a beautiful and artistic way in the form of a permanent fountain.
Types of wall fountains
Figure 11: An example of a wall fountain
Wall fountains can be installed in closed places as well as in private spaces. Many people use these fountains in their residences to enjoy the visual effects and the relaxing sound of the water created by the gravity of the earth.
The design of these types of fountains is very beautiful and artistic and can be implemented in almost any format that comes to mind. This type of fountain is a very good choice for people who have limited space to place a fountain in their desired location.
Types of independent dynamic fountains
The dynamic independent water fountain is quick and easy to install and has considerable durability. This fountain is one of the fountains that are used outdoors. As its name suggests, this fountain includes everything it needs to work continuously, including high durability pumps, water filters and purifiers, water ponds inside the fountain and various High quality nozzles pointed out. So these fountains can be continuously running with minimal maintenance.
Figure 12: An example of a dynamic stand-alone fountain
This fountain with minimum maintenance and installation efficiency and only by adding water and audio-visual add-ons is one of the suitable types of fountains in exchange for minimal maintenance to enjoy it continuously.
Types of desktop fountains
You can even make a personal desktop water fountain for yourself. These fountains often have simple engineering structure and beautiful design, which not only have low maintenance cost, but also their repair cost is very low.
Figure 13: A best-selling example of a desktop fountain in European countries
These fountains can provide the positive psychological effects of other types of fountains in a smaller format. Most of these types of fountains have a more reasonable price than other types of fountains and because they are portable, they are often best-selling types. In the division of fountains, these fountains can be very efficient with audio-visual add-ons, as well as adding filtration and cleaning properties of the ambient air, or by adding the ability to emit a pleasant smell in the environment.
These fountains have a small water tank inside that feeds the pump. The pump usually consumes little energy. In general, these fountains are much more affordable than other types of indoor fountains.
All kinds of LED desktop fountains
In the design of many desktop fountains, optical extensions are used to increase the visual effects. Often, these light extensions are added to the fountain in the form of small-sized LED lamps that consume little and have good sealing.
Figure 14: An example of a desktop LED fountain
The light in such fountains can be controlled by adding a controller to the fountain, in such a way that the light of these LEDs increases or decreases by increasing or decreasing the water flow in these fountains, or by adding sound effects such as music. This controller works in such a way that these LED projectors light according to the rhythm and tone of the music.
Figure 15: An example of a best-selling LED tabletop fountain in Europe that contains 13 LED bulbs.
Adding these controllers to this category of fountains naturally increases their price, however, these types of fountains are more affordable than other types of indoor fountains.
Types of waterfall fountains
Cascading fountains are one of those fountains that are offered in both indoor and outdoor fountains. Due to gravity, these fountains provide good and relaxing sound effects and look very attractive and beautiful by adding the right visual effects.
Figure 16: An example of a waterfall fountain
The design of these fountains is also done in different sizes, including the sizes that are common in the design of desktop fountains and large sizes that are suitable for squares.
The pricing of these types of fountains is done in a very wide range and these fountains can be produced in two types, portable and fixed. The design style of these types of fountains, as their name suggests, is derived from natural waterfalls, which can be very complex or simple based on the mechanism of operation.
Types of bubbling fountains
These fountains have nozzles that shoot water into the air and create a great and impressive effect.
Bubbling fountains are very common and are also the most common image that comes to mind when we think of a “water fountain”. Effervescent fountains are easy to install and only require a constant source of water to spout.
These fountains can be installed even on ponds. Even artificial ponds.
In addition, bubbling fountains can be paired with a sculpture and allow water to spray from a point on the sculpture. You can also add a nozzle to spray water in special patterns like bubbles and rings.
Types of self-sufficient fountains
These types of fountains are generally affordable, and easy to install.
With water tanks, pumps and special piping, you don’t need a pond or pool for these fountains. All you need is flat ground and sometimes a power source.
Freestanding water fountains are usually placed in places like patios, because they are quite efficient in these spaces and do not require a large area or even a fixed and dedicated location, and they are also easy to install.
These fountains can be made of fiberglass, stone or ceramic. Depending on the material, they can be light or heavy.
Types of tiered fountains
Tiered fountains are especially popular in Mediterranean areas and decorate many squares and courtyards.
These garden fountains have several tiers (usually three), with water being pumped to the topmost tier and then cascading over the other tiers like a waterfall.
Tiered fountains are a great option for classic or traditional landscapes that easily attract attention with their grandeur and elegance.
Remember, the higher these floors are, the louder the water will be. So if you are looking for a calm, gentle and relaxing fountain, consider this one.
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