Fountain Maintenance and Cleaning

Natural concrete fountains age and weather with time and little
or nothing needs to be done to preserve the concrete. Many
owners find the natural aging and weathering of a natural stone
lawn and garden fountain very appealing. If you wish to slow
the natural aging and weathering process you may apply a clear
concrete sealer that you will find at any hardware store in your
area.

Finished concrete fountains are finished with a sealer type outdoor
finish to repel the effects of aging and weathering. This finish will
fade over time due to the effects of sun and water. To slow the
fading of your outdoor fountain you can spray on the surface of your fountain a
few times each season.

After a number of years have passed you may wish to refinish your fountain.
We recommend a high quality outdoor latex paint for your outdoor lawn
and garden fountain. You will need to apply several coats to completely
seal the fountain and maintain a lasting finish.

White residue may form on the bowl or shell of your fountain. This is
due to evaporation and mineral buildup. Frequent rinsing with fresh
water will help to reduce the mineral build up on your fountain. When
the buildup becomes severe and unsightly it may be removed with a
fountain cleaner and lime remover.

Concrete Fountain, Lawn Ornaments and Statue Repair

Cracks or broken pieces do sometimes occur with concrete fountains,
lawn ornaments and statues. The cracks or breaks may be repaired with
Quick Patch Epoxy or 15 minute epoxy available at hardware stores.
Follow the instructions on the package. The surface must be clean
and dry before applying the product. Let the product dry and cure
for 24 hours after application to your fountain, statue or lawn ornaments.

Fountain Pump Maintenance

Check your water level daily and apply water as needed to assure that the
fountain pump is able to work efficiently. Depending on where the fountain
is located and the amount of lime and minerals in your water your pump should
be cleaned twice per month or monthly.

To clean your fountain pump use two cups of white household vinegar diluted in
one gallon of water. Soak the fountain pump in the solution for approximately 10
minutes then plug the fountain pump in and let it run while submersed in the
solution for approximately 30 minutes. This will loosen the deposits that have
formed on the fountain pump. Remember to remove any twigs, leaves or loose
debris that have gathered on the screen.

Winter Maintenance of Concrete Fountains, Statues and Lawn Ornaments

Concrete fountains, statues and lawn ornaments need to be protected from
severe winter weather as freezing could damage your fountain. If you live
in an area that reaches temperatures below freezing if possible you should
store your fountain or lawn ornaments inside away from snowing and freezing.
If this is not possible then you should drain your fountain or bird bath completely.
After the fountain or birdbath has been drained place burlap inside the bowl so no
water can gather in the fountain bowl or shell. The expanding and contracting of
freezing and melting ice, snow and water can damage your fountain. Cover the
fountain with a waterproof cover so that no water can gather inside the bowls.
Make sure if you are storing your fountain inside that if you stack the bowls
you place a layer of burlap between the pieces so that no scratching will occur
from the pieces rubbing together. If you follow the above steps this should
protect your fountain for the winter months.

We hope this helps you know a little more about your fountain and how to take care of it, or just call us
we will be happy to help.