One of the ways that people relax is in the garden, and adding a water feature to the outdoor space that you have available to you is going to do so much more than that. You can keep cool on hot days, learn to zone out to the sound of the water feature running and bring an atmosphere of tranquillity to the garden. Right now, there are more water features available to choose from than ever before, and that can make it harder to decide which one will be right for you! Do you go for cascades or wall fountains? Bubbling pools or slow streams? The choice is yours!

Classic Water Fountains

Some people love to buy into the traditional with their home and garden, and you don't have to spend a fortune on the choice that you make. You could pick a water feature that looks authentic, resembling old terracotta, bronze or lead. Kelkay water features run from classic to contemporary, and there are many products that are there to add a feeling of harmony to your garden. A visual centrepiece can be as classical as you like, and the fountain covers that Kelkay stock can keep your water feature protected in all weathers. Your traditional water features can look like bird baths, vases, pots and taps - the choice is yours and the product range is stunning.

Modern Water Features

There are some features out there, such as the Kelkay easy fountain Shimmering Medley that looks stylish and contemporary, with water that cascades loosely and gently through the leaves until the decorative stone base finish is hit. You can go for stainless steel for that contemporary, modern look that can make your garden look up to date.

Where To Put Your Water Feature

The whole point of a water feature is to be able to see it so be sure to avoid the dark corners of the garden. Any splashes of water outside the fountain can make it smell damp over there because of the lack of sunlight. A lot of water features require a pump to power the water, and this means ensuring you have a power point close by enough that you're not left with trailing wires through the garden. Have a chat with a qualified electrician for the installation so that you don't end up with an electric shock.

If you don't want to go for an electric fountain, solar powered options or battery options could be the answer. Keeping the fountain in the sunshine is a better thing to do anyway, and if you can power yours with the sunlight, then you're conserving energy, too.

Whichever fountain you choose, make sure that you purchase an algae stopper so that the water stays crystalline. Your water feature can be a shining centrepiece for your garden, really setting off your furniture choices and other decor decisions. The garden should be a place to relax and unwind, and the sound and sight of your water feature can do just that.