A garden fountain is a stunning feature for any backyard, enhancing and complementing the natural elegance of your outdoor space. But these garden water fountains are not just beautiful works of art; they are also highly functional outdoor components that provide a number of health benefits to enhance your health and well being.

The quick answer is "yes," and here are multiple reasons. For one, cascading water or the sprays of water features rupture the bonds that hold water molecules together. This process releases negative ions into the atmosphere. Negative ions stick to positively charged particles, such as dirt and dust particles, allergens, pollen, bioaerosols, and a multitude of other airborne pollutants, toxins, and germs. When negative-ions stick/bond to these hard particles, they neutralize one another. This helps clean the air, so you can now breathe easier and prevent the start of respiratory problems. Also an accumulation of negative-ions in the air will reduce asthma, and has also been linked to an enhanced overall body wellness. After all, much of your health depends on clean breathing.

Another health benefit of installing garden fountains is enhanced focus and concentration, which leads to mental soundness and peace of mind. A garden water fountain accomplishes this through making what is called "white noise," a multi-frequency sound wave that can help drown out other sounds you do not want to hear, such as: (neighbors, tv in the next room, dogs barking, and or a baby crying). The first benefit of this, is greatly improved and deeper relaxation. Now with no loud noise you can rest peacefully, listening instead to the relaxing sounds of smooth flowing water. A benefit of such restfulness, is the accumulation of serotonin in your cranium. Serotonin, a neurotransmitter, specializes in enhancing your mood: as you hear your fountain, you may feel yourself becoming more relaxed as you are lulled into a mental state of deep relaxation.

After installing your garden fountain, and seeing all these wonderful health benefits for yourself, you'll surely want to keep your fountain running smoothly for years to come. Fortunately, garden waterfalls are not to much work to try and maintain. Cleaning methods, of course, depend on the material your fountain is made of. For all fountain types, however, make sure your garden fountain rests on a flat, level surface for an even water flow and distribution. Also, make sure your fountain uses distilled water, as tap water and ground water can clog the pump or increase mineral buildup. For ceramic and stone water fountains, use a calcium lime remover (brand name CLR) to help you get rid of mineral and salt build-up. To treat algae, be sure to use an animal-safe solution, as birds will likely use your water feature as a watering hole. Your water fountain should be taken apart and cleaned carefully every four to six months. See? It's pretty easy.