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Solar
energy, hummm! Are you thinking what I’m
thinking? I bet you are!
Solar garden fountains
bring happiness and save money, all at the
same time! Does
it get any better than this? I think not.
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I'm also thinking that
with solar energy, we'll have the freedom to put a garden
fountain, a
solar
bird bath
or even
solar
garden lights
practically anywhere.
Something
for nothing! How perfect is that?
The sun is
the most efficient, affordable, and readily available energy
source known to man.
With a solar
powered fountain, the sun does all the work.
So let the sun do what it does,
naturally.
A solar water fountain is an easy and
inexpensive way to power your outdoor lifestyle.
And if
climate change and fossil fuel consumption concern you, then
solar is definitely the way to go.
Solar Garden Fountain
Benefits
You don’t
need to be an environmental expert to recognize the benefits
of a solar garden fountain.
Not only are you contributing
to low-impact living just by decorating with a solar
garden fountain.
But, the
cost of powering this dramatic little addition to your outdoor
space is…drum roll please…FREE -- forever!
This Means Only Good Things For You
- You can
put a gorgeous piece of art in motion anywhere in your yard
- Never,
ever worry about the impact to the environment or your power
bill
- Flowing
water attracts birds, butterflies and other wildlife to your
garden
- Solar
garden fountains are practically maintenance free
- Kid and
pet-friendly, with no risk of electrocution, no electrical
cords to manage, no toxic materials, and no moving parts
- You save
time because you won't need to research, contact, or
interview an electrician
- You save
money by not having to pay the electrician
- Solar
garden fountain resources and e-sources are unlimited,
ranging from specialty and online options to neighborhood
big box stores like Wal-Mart, K-Mart, Home Depot and Lowes
- You
get to choose from a huge variety of colors, sizes,
materials, and styles
Types of Solar
Fountains
If
we divided solar water fountains into 2
basic groups, we could say that the first has its solar
cells built right into the fountain.
Let's call this the
"No-Installation, Instant Gratification " group. I like it
already! Fill 'er up, let 'er charge,
and...let's enjoy!
These
fountains aren't designed with cells that hold a charge. So
they only collect and convert the sun's energy into
electricity that the pump uses immediately.
For the water to flow, the sun
must literally be shining on the fountain. At night or when
clouds cover the sun, the water stops.
Once it clears or day returns,
the fountain automatically flows again.
No-Installation, Instant Gratification fountains are
fabulous anywhere they’ll be exposed to direct sunlight --
like your sunroom, on your patio, or out on the deck.
Or use them to gussy up a sunny
balcony or back porch.
Want to
decorate a shady spot in your yard? No problem.
Just choose a solar fountain from what I like to call the
“Total Freedom” group.
These little wonders have solar
cells that are separate from the fountain, so you can put them
almost anywhere.
Some even have cells that can be
put as far as 60' away. And mounting the cells is really
easy.
So do it.
Put your Total Freedom fountain anywhere you want -- sun or
shade -- and put the cells in the sun. Imagine what you will
do with all that space to work with.
Always Flowing Solar
Powered Fountains
To keep
your fountain flowing continuously on cloudy
days and at night, you need a solar fountain pump with a
battery backup.
When it's sunny outside, the sun
powers your fountain and charges the battery.
And like magic, when it's not
sunny, the fountain uses the energy stored in the
battery.
Seasonal
Considerations
Both solar
and electrical fountain pumps can be damaged if left
running in below freezing temperatures.
If you live in an area with harsh
winters, just disconnect and store the pump before
winter sets in.
If you live where the temps are
milder, your solar garden fountain can run all year
long.
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