Garden fountains are the most popular decorative accessories used in the gardens that help enhance the ambiance manifold. Skilled Indian craftsmen, dexterously design fountains that bring about peace and calmness in the garden. They give a complete look to the garden area adding on to the peace the place radiates. The water's tinkling sound soothes a tensed soul & silences the other ambient noises like the sound of traffic and thereby bestows tranquility. It also imparts a distinctive personality to the yard. Whether small or big, all gardens must have an appropriate fountain.Fountain water acts as the source of sustenance in a garden, in its full glory and beauty. Available in imaginative designs, these fountains are carved out in variety of shapes including - human figurines, birds, animals, flowers, and abstracts. Lending an ornamental look to the garden, fountains come with attractive lightning systems and colored flowing water. They add a character and serenity in the garden beautifying its overall look.

Complimenting all kinds of garden settings, the fountains are carved out in variety of contemporary and traditional styles and shapes. The garden fountains are usually placed outdoors in hotels, resorts, offices, mansions and residential homes. Keeping in mind the size of the garden area, the fountains are designed accordingly such as ranging from large estate sized fountains to quaint cherub fountains. They serve as perfect signature piece to the garden or patio area.

Types
In order to highlight the varied zones in a personal or public place, accordingly fountains are carved out to fit in the different locale's preferences. Be it :

• Outdoor Garden Fountains
  
• Garden Wall Fountains

For outdoor garden purposes, the fountains are well crafted & carved out of materials such as sandstone & other stone types which are extremely durable in nature & should be able to withstand any harsh weather. The qualitative finishings help them not to get spoiled even after years. Functioning as popular items of beautification, these fountains are available in distinct finishes. Example of such a fountain is the Pond fountain which are generally seen in public areas & are mechanically programmed, thus, becoming all the more eye catching & display dramatic color schemes. And this illumination make the fountains more attractive.

While garden wall fountains have as well caught the buyer's fantasy. Generally found in the shape of a basin with low sprays, they are compact in nature. With breathtaking styles and designs, these are easily found in traditional and contemporary patterns. The look gets a face lift when they are adorned & embellished with detailed carvings, embossing which imparts all the more smoothness & sophistication to the fountains.

Materials
Garden fountains are made of varied materials which meet all the essential requirements such as durability, harsh weathers & rusting aspect. Commonly used materials are sandstone, ceramic, copper, wood, stone & fiber glass.

Designs & Patterns
Garden fountains are easily found in multiple color schemes, since, color also plays a large part in radiating the appropriate mood to the surrounding environment. Similarly, the designs & patterns are carefully chosen. Contemporary & antique, they both are equally in demand these days & are never out of fashion. Imparting an ornamental look to the garden area, the fountains often compliment the outdoor setting with their pristine beauty adding an individuality to the peaceful milieu.