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Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Ideas For Building a Backyard Water Fountain
Backyard water fountains have really changed over the years. Today they are made out of all different kinds of materials like copper, stainless steel, bronze, stone, even fiberglass. If you are thinking about purchasing a fountain, there are some things you should take into consideration.
Backyard fountains can be found all over the place in trade shows and gardening magazines. There are many different styles so you'll probably have a few choices to make.
My favorite style of fountain is made out of stone. You can go to Mexico and see large, handmade stone fountains, and these are the most beautiful. Some mass-produced fountains from China are even made of stone, but you can't really tell because they crush the rock and mix it with resin to fit in a mold.
Another option is to build your own fountain. There are many products out there to get you started.
The easiest way to build a backyard fountain is to get a small water pump and place it in a small tub or over a liner. You would then cover the liner with either a plastic of mesh grating and cover it with a layer of rock and small pebbles.
Next, you want to connect some PVC pipe to the pump so water will rise up out of the rocks. Black PVC pipe for sprinklers is the best at concealing your setup, but its also expensive so you make the choice. This way you won't have to worry about kids or pets getting in the way.
This would be a great time to build a small waterfall! Then just cover up all your electrical and tubing under large rocks.
If you bought your backyard water fountain in a store, it should tell you what size pump you need, if it doesn't come with the fountain. If your making your own, you should try to estimate so that every inch of width you add, you have about 100 gallons per hour being pumped. Remember elevation will also affect how much water you are pumping. Many newer pumps can be adjusted or turned down, but not much.
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Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Solar Powered Birdbath Waterfall Rock
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This layered waterfall rock will attract birds to your birdbath with the motion of water and create a fountain like setting for yourself as well. It comes with 120 GPH pump that will be powered by the sun by the 6 inch x 5 inch solar panel. It also comes with a 6 volt rechargeable battery pack as a back up in case of cloudy days.. The pump will be powered by the solar panel when there is sunshine and when no sunshine, the pump will run from the rechargeable batteries. When the batteries no longer have a charge, the pump will stop. The on-off switch can be used to run the pump when you desire. When the batteries are fully charged and there is no sunshine, the pump will run approximately 3 hours. Includes 15 foot cord so the solar panel can be placed in the sun while the birdbath can be in the shade. Layered waterfall rock is dark gray color and made of durable resin. Comes with AC/DC adaptor. Size is 7.50 inches long x 6.25 inches wide and 5 inches high. You will enjoy watching the water flowing as well. This waterfall rock can also be used in your small pond.
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Sunday, November 20, 2011
Hearst Tower - blooming architecture in new York
This is the Hearst Tower and the view from the 46 stories building near Columbus Circle. Hearst Tower is a "green building" the first building to receive a Gold LEED certified rating for "core and shell and interiors" in New York City. * Over 90% of structural steel contains recycled material * The cost of foreign-sourced materials represents less than 10% of the cost of the construction of the Tower itself. * The "diagrid" frame of the Tower contains roughly 20% less steel than would a conventional perimeter frame ‹ saving approximately 2000 tons of steel. * The waterfall inside uses water collected as rainfall. * Each triangle in the diagrid is four stories tall, or 54 feet. * Daylight sensors to control lighting and reduce energy use The environmentally conscious approach began prior to construction. When demolishing the interior portions of the existing, six-story structure, Hearst and its team of building professionals went to great lengths to collect and separate recyclable materials. As a result, about 85 percent of the original structure was recycled for future use. Hearst executives also selected an innovative type of glass that wraps around the exterior of the building. The glass has a special "low-E" coating that allows for internal spaces to be flooded with natural light while keeping out the invisible solar radiation that causes heat. Hearst also will utilize technology that senses activity level. At lunchtime, when some employees are leaving or not using ...
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Stepped Corner Slate Fountain
Solar powered 5-tier fountain Made from natural slate Creates a relaxing atmosphere in your garden, patio or on your balcony Constantly recycles water from the hidden reservoir Operates in direct sunlight Patented underwater integral solar panel & pump system No wiring, simply install and enjoy No operating costs
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Monday, November 7, 2011
The Advantages and Disadvantages Of A Solar Pond Pump
A solar pond pump is a fountain pump that gets its power from solar energy by utilizing solar cells connected to the unit. You can select from two options: submersible and external. In the following paragraphs, we will discuss the advantages & disadvantages of using a solar-powered pump for your fountain.
A water element such as a lily pond is more relaxing when the water is running thereby producing a trickling sound. It is always the centerpiece of landscaping. Nevertheless, because garden pools are man-made bodies of water that doesn't get its supply from nature, it is a must to clean it regularly for maintenance. This stagnation leads to the outgrowth not only of moss and alga but also bacteria, which makes the water green & dirty. The effects of this are contrary to life as it depletes the oxygen suffocating the pond fauna, that is the frogs & the fishes. A pond pump keeps the water from being stagnant; aeration & circulation hinders the growth of these aquatic parasites.
However, the issue we are discussing here is the cost of operation. An electric-powered fountain pump has an expensive upkeep. For this reason, a considerable number of fountain owners are choosing solar-powered pumps.
Solar pumps rely on the abundant sun for their power. The same as standard pond pumps, you also have the option of the submersible type or the external type. The submerged pump operates within the pond under the water. The external pump, on the other hand, runs outside the water, therefore it creates a steady hum unlike the former, where only the sound of trickling is heard.
The external pond pump is indicated for medium-sized to large-sized ponds, meaning a capacity of 1000 gallons or more. While the submersion pump is indicated for small-sized ponds or pools with a capacity of less than 1000 gallons. Usually the small pumps are labeled in gallons per hour or GPH even as the large pumps are marked in horsepower or HP.
Utilizing solar energy is environmentally friendly. Although the initial cost of installing solar panels is expensive, it comes out cheaper in the long run with the money you save on electrical bills. Plus, solar pumps are safer because without electricity chances of electrocution are nil.
The disadvantage of solar power is that it is not suitable in gloomy countries. The sun should always be shining in order to store enough energy to power the fountain. Although there are back-up batteries where energy is stored, if the sun doesn't shine for a week, the energy is used up.
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