Fountain Accessories

1. Empty and clean your outdoor fountain before storing it away during the off-season. Store your outdoor fountain indoors, if possible, or keep it protected with a weather-resistant water fountain cover.

2. To extend the amount of time between outdoor fountain cleanings, add a outdoor fountain protector to the water. This will inhibit stains, sludge, mineral deposits, and organic contaminants that naturally accumulate on the surface of any water source from building up. Also consider using distilled water in your outdoor fountain.

3. Look for biodegradable, non-toxic water fountain cleaners that use plant-derived enzymes to "digest" minerals and contaminants. These plant enzymes are safer for visiting birds, resident fish, and curious pets than the bacterial enzymes commonly used in carpet cleaners.

4. Other water fountain accessories like water fountain foggers create an air of mystery, and can be added to your outdoor pond to mimic a misty morning or a spooky haunted lake. Water fountain foggers are much safer and easier to use than dry ice.

5. Water fountain timers mean you don't have to worry about remembering to turn your outdoor fountain off at night by unplugging it. As a result, these water fountain accessories don't leave the plug exposed to the elements, which could cause damage to the electrical system. Remember that most outdoor fountains and water fountain timers use a three-pronged outlet.

6. Water fountain lights are available as halogen or LED. Halogen fountain lights are relatively inexpensive and are brighter.  New LED fountain lights stay cooler, come in many colors, last much longer, are incredibly durable, and use less energy.