Indoor Water Fountains Have Surprising Winter Benefits

During the cold winter months, nothing is more comforting than curling up in our warm homes, which keep us safe from the harsh conditions outdoors. The problem is, winter affects the conditions inside our home as well as outside. Very low humidity levels as well as lack of adequate air circulation can have negative effects on our homes and our own bodies. Indoor water fountains humidify the air and release healthful negative ions into the room as the water flows, bringing beauty, relaxation and relief to any interior space.

No matter how you heat your home - whether powered by gas, oil, or electricity - it is being affected in ways that become more and more noticeable over time. Extremely dry air can cause cracks in floorboards, trim, and drywall and affect delicate finishes on wood and other surfaces. Using a commercial humidifier in an attempt to rectify this problem can often make it worse, causing unsightly and dangerous mold to develop. In addition to the effects on your home, you may notice that your hair, skin, and eyes feel dry and itchy, and your house plants seem lifeless and limp. Indoor fountains are a simple, economical solution to introduce humidity back into the air in quantities that won't cause mold.

Introducing an indoor fountain in a floor, tabletop or wall-hanging model will provide an extra source of water in your home from which the air can pull water molecules, reducing the strain on your body, house plants and other items in your home. Instead of the electronic hum of a humidifier, you're treated to the soothing sounds of flowing water.

Indoor water fountains also enrich the air with negative ions, which are produced when water molecules split. Negative ions are found in fresh mountain air, on the coastline, and near running water. They produce biochemical reactions in our bodies which can alleviate depression, relieve stress and boost our energy levels. Dust and other airborne impurities are attracted to negative ions, which means water fountains actively work to purify the air as they run.

The holiday season is a great time to give or receive a water fountain, to relieve your own stress level or give the gift of relaxation to a loved one. Find some great deals and free shipping on orders over $100 at KineticFountains.com. Pictured at top: The Nojoqui Falls Classic Wall Fountain by Water Wonders.