Water Fountain Designs

When we see water fountain in movies, in restaurant gardens or in someone else's garden, we feel like having one of our own. But the huge costs involved and the maintenance of these outdoor water fountains stop us from even thinking about having one for us. This article centers around some water fountain designs that are cheap and beautiful.

Water Fountain Ideas

Metal Fountains
The advantage of having metal fountains is that they can be molded into any shape or size according to your garden accessories and decor. You can shape these fountains in human forms or animal forms or any other creative forms that you can think of. Copper, brass and stainless steel are used to make metal water fountain designs. They are usually expensive but enhance the look of your garden.

Patio Fountains
Ceramic and mosaic can be used to make a colorful fountain against the wall of your patio. You can create a design on an acrylic sheet and then use broken pieces of the ceramic and mosaic tiles to fill up the design. The advantage of this water fountain is that it will be cheaper and you can create your own water gardening deigns with such fountains.

Planter Fountains
This is another inexpensive water fountain design. You need some planters for this design. Stack two, three or four planters on top of one another. Care should be taken to see that these planters are arranged in the descending order according to their heights.

Bamboo Fountains
If you have a landscape garden with colorful trees and flowers, you can create a natural look with the bamboo fountain. In order to build a bamboo fountain, you will need a small pond and you will need to make sluices from the bamboo. These fountains can be made at home or have the design made by an interior decorator and install it by yourself at home.

Basin Fountains
If your garden is very small and you still feel like having a water fountain, you can place a beautiful water basin and install plumbing for a fountain pump in it to create a basic water fountain. Use a basin in earthy tones for a colorful garden.

Fiberglass Fountains
These are inexpensive design and is available in a variety of colors. Just install one in your garden that suits your landscaping, taste and budget.

Spilling Fountains
If you have large planters in your garden, just create one simple spilling water fountain from it. The water can be spilled into a pond or can be spilled on other planters. These designs work best when there is a large amount of foliage in your garden. You can also use pebbles for this design.

Tiered Fountains
Multi-tiered fountains can be made from bowls and urns in different shapes and sizes. You can create a colorful water fountain with two or more tiers. The design can depend on the way your garden is designed and the accessories in your garden. You can also have a fountain in your pond, which adds elegance and glamor to your house.

Stone Fountains
Stone fountains have been famous since a long time. If your house has been built in Victorian design or is an old house, you can add a stone fountain and give a rustic look to your garden. Stone fountains complement old and modern home, hence these are immensely popular.

You can also create tabletop fountains or indoor decorative fountains, if you don't have a garden but you want a fountain. Whatever designs you choose for your garden, rest assured your garden will look more elegant with them. Water fountains add charm and soothe the atmosphere. When you come home tired, the gentle ripple of the water will help you relax. Go ahead and make your garden, your escape from the day-to-day worries.