Getting Your Fountain Through The Winter

!±8± Getting Your Fountain Through The Winter

In order to keep your outdoor water fountain in the best shape for many years, there are a few steps you should take to winterize it. The most important time to take these steps is before the first freeze. Completely disassembling your outdoor water fountain is the best way to protect it. After it is disassembled, clean out the pump and all the parts of the fountain. Then you will be able to store it away in your garage or shed.  However, if this is impractical because of size or weight, the following steps need to be taken in order to prevent cracking and other damages:      

1.       Drain all of the water out of your outdoor water fountain before the first freeze approaches.  

2.       Remove the pump from the fountain. Clean it of all debris and store indoors in a plastic container of water or a bucket. This will help to keep the gaskets from drying out.  

3.       Fill the basin of the fountain with an absorbent material such as towels, blankets or burlap. These items will absorb condensation and prevent the fountain from cracking due to contraction of water or expansion.  

4.       A good idea, also, is to cover the fountain with a fountain cover as an extra protection against cracking caused by moisture.  

Many cast stone and concrete fountains will develop tiny hairline cracks over time after exposure to the outdoor elements. These cracks are a natural occurrence and will not affect the functionality of the fountain. You will be glad you made the effort to insure that water does not freeze in your fountain. Freezing water inside a water fountain can cause damage to your pump and cracks in the fountain itself. Taking these few, preventive measures will give you many years of pleasure with your outdoor water fountain.In order to keep your outdoor fountain in the best shape for many years, there are a few steps you should take to winterize it. The most important time to take these steps is before the first freeze.

Completely disassembling your outdoor water fountain is the best way to protect it. After it is disassembled, clean out the pump and all the parts of the fountain. Then you will be able to store it away in your garage or shed. However, if this is impractical because of size or weight, the following steps need to be taken in order to prevent cracking and other damages:    

1.       Drain all of the water out of your water fountain before the first freeze approaches.  

2.       Remove the pump from the water fountain. Clean it of all debris and store indoors in a plastic container of water or a bucket. This will help to keep the gaskets from drying out.  

3.       Fill the basin of the fountain with an absorbent material such as towels, blankets or burlap. These items will absorb condensation and prevent the fountain from cracking due to contraction of water or expansion.  

4.       A good idea, also, is to cover the outdoor water fountain with a fountain cover as an extra protection against cracking caused by moisture.  

Many cast stone and concrete fountains will develop tiny hairline cracks over time after exposure to the outdoor elements. These cracks are a natural occurrence and will not affect the functionality of the fountain. You will be glad you made the effort to insure that water does not freeze in your fountain. Freezing water inside a water fountain can cause damage to your pump and cracks in the fountain itself. Taking these few, preventive measures will give you many years of pleasure with your outdoor water fountain.

Getting Your Fountain Through The Winter

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Sunterra 200850 Pond Pump, 850 GPH, Black

!±8±Sunterra 200850 Pond Pump, 850 GPH, Black

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The pump is at the heart of a water garden. Without it, water will not circulate to create a healthy and balanced ecosystem. Sunterra pumps circulate water to help prevent breeding conditions for unwanted insects while oxygenating it for plants and fish. Pumps are distinguished by the gallons per hour they produce at one foot of lift or head. All Sunterra pumps are submersible and must be placed in water to function properly. Magnetic Pumps run by electrically charged magnet that causes the impeller to spin and circulate water through the pump. Magnetic drive pumps are environmentally safe, have no coolants and use less energy than direct drive pumps. They have a built in pre-filter and therefore can be used in clean or dirty water applications such as a fountain or pond. This Sunterra Pond Pump has a built in pre-filter to aid inthe water filtration process. Sunterra pumps are 100% water tested, have a 25 foot power cord and a two year limited warranty. This pond pump is 850 gallons per hour and has a 16.4 foot maximum lift.

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!±8± Instapark® LARGE SOLAR POWER POND WATER PUMP 5 WATTS

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- 5 Watt Solar Panel - 12V DC Pump Operation Voltage - Water Lift Height: 45 inches Pump With Filter - Water Flow Capacity: 360 L/h - Includes 4 Different Fountain Heads for waterfall design - Cable Length/Cord Length: over 10 Feet - Solar Panel Dimensions: 11.50" x 8" - Aluminum Solar Panel Bracket - Water Solar Pump Has been Designed for Fountain, Pond, or Outdoor Use, the Pump Drives It's Power Direct From Sun. - Perfect for creating a new fountain, waterfall anywhere in the pond, yard or patio

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Fountain Pump - How to Choose the Right Water Fountain Pump

!±8± Fountain Pump - How to Choose the Right Water Fountain Pump

Choosing the best fountain pump for your water project is very important. There are a lot of things to consider. To help you make the best choice, ask yourself:

Is the pump going to be used for a stand-alone fountain? Or will you create a more elaborate water feature with a pond and a waterfall?

Selecting a pump for a water fountain on its own is a simpler question to answer. Follow the fountain manufacturer's recommendation but also examine the guarantee or warranty of the product. When comparing prices be sure to look at the amperage and wattage of the pumps you're considering. Generally speaking the lower these two numbers the less electricity it will take to run the pump.

If you are planning to create a more elaborate water feature with a pond and a waterfall consider the following:

Will the pump be submerged in the pond or sitting outside the water? Unless you are planning a very large pond or very high waterfall, use a submersible pump. They are less expensive and quieter to run than external pumps. Choose a magnetic drive rather than a direct drive, it uses less electricity and will save you money longterm.
What is the volume of the pond? To maintain a healthy pond it is recommended you circulate the entire volume once every two hours. Therefore, if your pond has 1,000 gallons, you require a 500 g.p.h. (gallons per hour) pump.
What is the height of the waterfall and its distance from the pump? And how wide do you want the spillway be? When purchasing a pump you'll want one that exceeds your needs. Consider that it requires 150 g.p.h per inch of spillway width. And although substantially less, pumping water horizontally still puts a demand on the pump. Generally 10 horizontal feet are approximately equal to 1 vertical foot or lift.

For example, a 5 foot waterfall that is situated 20 feet from the pump, will need to account for a total of 7 feet of lift. A maximum head height of 7 feet, however, means that's as high as the pump can move the water. That means next to no water movement at the height of your waterfall. Probably not the effect you want. So be sure to consult the performance curve chart of any pump you are considering to select one that exceeds your minimum 7 foot requirement.

To see what your waterfall will look like before choosing your pump try this: use a standard garden hose and set it to flow over your waterfall where you are going to place the outlet from your water line. Turn it on full blast. Typical municipal water pressure can run from 800-900 g.p.h. So if you like what you see, you know you'll need at least a 800 g.p.h. pump. If you're not impressed, be prepared to go bigger.

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Tetra Pond Water Garden Pump 1000 GPH, Ponds 500-1000 Gallons

!±8±Tetra Pond Water Garden Pump 1000 GPH, Ponds 500-1000 Gallons

Brand : Tetra
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Tetra Pond Water Garden Pump 1000 GPH is designed for ponds 500 1000 gallons. This is a magnetic drive water garden pump that can power waterfalls, filters, and fountain heads. Adapters are included. Energy efficient and UL listed with 3 year limited warranty.

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Beckett 7104710 Waterfall and Stream Pump 1172gph

!±8±Beckett 7104710 Waterfall and Stream Pump 1172gph

Brand : Beckett Corporation
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Beckett's waterfall and stream pump operates at 1,172 gallons per hour at a one foot lift. It features wet rotor, wet bearing technology, handles large particles, is energy efficient, has a water cooled motor, and quiet operation. The environmentally friendly, oil less pump is designed for continuous operation, underwater use only, and includes a 16 foot cord.

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Waterfall Fountain of Toronto

!±8± Waterfall Fountain of Toronto

Fountains waterfall falling, simple and elegant design with a 33-cm length of water. It creates an interesting focal point indoors or outdoors. The water will fall through a water pump with cUL approved, 6 months warranty supplied with electricity. CAD $ 676.87 HST included. Item size: 176x52x154cm. The expense will be an interesting reference point for your garden landscape without thousands of rock-based application for creating waterfalls. It 'easy to move and can be easily installed and maintained. 63 Silver Star Blvd. SuiteC2, Toronto, Ontario M1V 5E5 Tel: 647-708-3888 | Fax: 647-723-7676 Read more: www.greenicurrent.b2bflow.com

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!±8± Beckett 7114310 Waterfall Pump 3500gph

Brand : Beckett Corporation | Rate : | Price : $84.95
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Beckett 7114310 Waterfall Pump 3500gph

• Cycles 3,500 gallons per hour
• Designed for extra large fountains and waterfalls
• Energy efficient and environmentally friendly
• Dimensions 11.6-inch by 9-inch by 7-1/2-inch; weighs 12.4 pounds
• Use horizontally or vertically, underwater only
• 1 year manufacturers warranty
• 15-foot power cord
• Pumps 3500 gallons per hour

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