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Water features for glam indoors

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Many people have a natural attraction to water; this is the reason why they love living by beaches, lakes or even visiting sites with waterfalls and large ponds. Other people, however, do not consider the presence of water in their homes a good thing; they would rather have it outside as backyard fountains, swimming pools or ponds.

Water, whether moving or still, has a therapeutic effect; that is why some people will bring its effects right inside their homes. Water elements in the home bring about elegance and harmony. Feng Shui (Chinese philosophical rules that determine arrangement of space in relation to the flow of energy and its effects on you) dictates that water in the home décor facilitates balance and harmonises the energies in the home. It plays a crucial role through water features. The role may not be on grand scale in the average home, but can be grand in palatial ones. Decide where you will place the water feature before you decide the type that suits your home. So, which water features can you include in your interior décor? Each of the features discussed is attractive in its own way. If space in your home allows, you could have the three as they complement each other.

Waterfalls: Indoor waterfalls bring the sound of running water to your home; the sound offers a relaxing effect. This is not just for the massive homes; you can also find miniature waterfalls for the ordinary home. They come in varying designs; making it easy for you to find what suits your décor, whether modern or traditional. They also come in varying sizes to suit your space. The bigger the waterfall, the louder the sound of flowing water, which in essence, is the effect you are looking for. Modern waterfalls are made of stainless steel, copper, among other materials. The traditional ones are made of natural stone.

Aquarium: People who have aquariums in their homes do so because they love the fish, and also to use the aquariums to add to the aesthetic value of their homes. The movement and colour brought about by the fish, and the water sound from the bubbling of the filter, makes it an outstanding feature. The attractive lighting in the tank also creates a soothing water feature. Aquariums too, come in ranging sizes. Their only downside is the high maintenance since the fish has to be taken care of.

Fountains: The materials that are used on water fountains are the same as those used on waterfalls. In fact, the names waterfall and fountain can be used interchangeably when it comes to home décor. However, a water fountain can be found even in tabletop size that can be used on a table as a centerpiece, or an ornamental piece of décor on a sideboard. The tabletop fountains work best in small homes.

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