Benefits of Solar Powered Fountains
Warm, sunny days are just around the corner, and we're all looking forward to preparing our yards for those many hours we plan to spend outdoors. Water fountains are the perfect centerpiece for a garden or yard space - they attract birds and other wildlife, provide a soothing trickling water sound, and act as a functional decorative item. But what if you don't have an outlet available to plug one in, or you're concerned about energy costs? Solar water fountains have become a very popular choice for people who want all the benefits of an electric water fountain, and more.
When trying to cut down on energy costs, every little bit helps. You may be doing your part by conserving hot water, making sure your home is insulated properly and turning off the lights when you leave a room, but you can save even more energy by choosing a solar powered fountain rather than an electric one. Solar fountains run entirely off the power of the sun. Saving energy means cutting costs for the consumer, but it also means helping the environment. Reducing our dependence upon conventional power sources means taking a big step toward a better world.
Solar water fountains can be used virtually anywhere, provided there is enough sunlight. If you have a large yard and want to place a fountain against the back fence, but don't want to have an electrician install an additional power source in your yard, a solar fountain is the perfect solution. Also, since there is no dependence upon an electric power source, you can move the fountain whenever you like. A fountain that you had placed in a bed of flowers in the front yard can easily and instantly be moved to the back patio for your company to enjoy. Some solar fountains have their solar panels built directly into the body of the fountain, while others have separate solar panels which allow you to position the fountain up to 15 feet from the panel. This is great if you want to use the fountain in a shaded area - just place the panel in the sunlight nearby.
With solar fountains, little to no installation is required. This is particularly helpful for solar powered pond fountains. Traditional pond fountains usually require an electrical cord being run through the water and out to a power source nearby. Solar pond fountains can simply be placed in the pond, and the built-in solar panel will begin powering the fountain as soon as there is enough sunlight.
Solar fountains are available in a variety of styles and colors. Some favorite choices in solar fountains include the Lily Floating Solar Fountain (pictured), which is a pond fountain resembling a lily pad, and the Portsmouth Solar Birdbath Fountain - a solar water fountain that doubles as a birdbath, and has a beautiful classic look. To browse a great selection of solar fountains, visit KineticFountains.com.
