When incorporating an outdoor fountain into their landscape, many customers may wonder how to add that little extra “wow factor.” There are several different ways to draw attention to their fountain installation. The following tips are sure to ensure your customer is able to create the beautiful outdoor fountain experience they’ve always wanted.
How to Make a Fountain Stand Out
Location, Location, Location
Adding a fountain can be a great addition to the outside space of any home. However, if you do not put this in the correct spot it can end up being more of a nuisance or an unseen wonder, rather than the beautiful outdoor spotlight you want it to be. Making sure a fountain is away from bedroom windows can keep noise level down. No matter if the fountain is in the front or back of the house, just be sure that it is the focal point of your landscaping project.
Find the Right Path
Using paths to accentuate outdoor fountains is also a very handy trick. You can use lines to draw a person’s eye towards the fountain or creative curved paths to lead people to and from it. Make sure the pavers you choose reflect the aura you want to give off from your outdoor fountain experience.
Ornamentation
Ornamentation is very important when it comes to creating the ambiance surrounding your outdoor fountain. Does your customer want to feel like they are sitting in the roman baths with columns and marble? Or maybe they want to feel more Zen with Japanese Tea Garden accents. Either way, choosing the right decor can go a long way in achieving that goal for your customers as well as emphasizing the beauty of their fountain.
Plants
Last but certainly not least is choosing the correct plants to place around your fountain. Make sure that the plants enhance the experience but don’t distract from the main attraction that is the fountain. Be sure to choose plants that can thrive in the region you live in and that they also work well with the style of your path and ornamentation that your customer has chosen.
The Key Points
If you follow these tips when installing a fountain, you are sure to end up with a result that satisfies you and your customers. Using the right location, pathways, ornamentation techniques and flora can take your outdoor fountain experience to the next level.
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