Granite Fountain - George Stone

Having a granite fountain for a garden or indoors has many benefits, as it is made of granite stone, the strongest stone on earth. Here you go –

Durable: They are the strongest due to the core material they are consists of. It will last for generations after generations. It can withstand chipping and scratching way better than any other stone fountain.

Note: It does not mean that marble and limestone fountains will not last longer. You have to take proper care and manage to last it longer.

Shining Color: You may have experienced or seen that marble or limestone fountain’s color fade due to the scorching hot temperature. But, in the case of the granite fountain, the color does not go away even with less care and management. The colors of other cast stones fade even if you keep them covered outside, whereas granite fountains keep shining in every season.

It is normal that in summer, cast stone fountains will shine. But what about in the rainy and winter seasons? They will fail to shine; meanwhile, they will be kept covered. Conversely, granite fountains are a true legend to make a focal point in every season and weather condition.

Low Management: The chlorine component of bleaching powder decays any porous stone. Limestone fountains are decayed faster due to high porosity. On the other hand, granite fountains can withstand for years even if you use bleaching powder to use it.

We do not recommend using bleaching powder to clean any fountain stone. We will talk about granite fountain cleaning later in this article.

Customizable: Granite fountains are customizable to match your landscape. Remember, good craftsmanship is necessary to have a well-furnished and carved granite fountain indoors or in the garden to match your landscape.

These are the following major nuances between them –

P.S.: George Stone is a recognized Chinese company that quarries all types of stone from everywhere worldwide. The above difference is a general difference between them. But you can get many granite and marble fountains in our inventory.

We welcome our customers to visit our showroom to get the fountains they desire. Moreover, if you need any custom-designed fountain, tell us your concept and our craft experts will bring the concept to reality.

A granite fountain typically costs between $500 and $15,000. Basically, the small granite fountain that is half of an indoors ceiling height costs around 500 to 1000 USD. However, the finish and intricate design may increase the price a little bit.

If you want to buy a granite fountain for outdoors, like the garden, to make a focal point, you have to consider a large granite fountain that costs between 5000 and 15000 USD. For patios, you need a medium-sized granite fountain that costs around 1000 USD to 5000 USD.

• A granite rolling water ball fountain costs around 1000 to 3500 USD.
• A four-tier large granite fountain costs around 800 to 3000 USD.

Sphere culture granite fountain costs around 1000-4000usd.

The place for installing a granite fountain is a subjective matter. It solely depends on you. You may feel good installing it at the focal point of your garden where someone does not like it. Here are places determined after research that fit everyone’s demand, and you can install a granite fountain in these places.

For outdoors:

Garden and landscapes: Installing granite fountains makes these places a focal point in the garden and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds for pollination. What a symbiotic environment it will be.

Decks or patios: The sound of water makes it enjoyable to walk through the patios during the evening. Imagine you are sitting on a rocking chair, and there is a breeze and trickling sounds of water floating to your ear. How soothing and relaxing the environment is!

Balcony: Create an interesting and calming sound oasis on your urban balcony by installing a granite fountain on the balcony.

Poolside: The combination of stagnant water in the pool and flowing water in the fountain makes the outdoors more elegant and luxurious.

Fish pond: This is beneficial for fish because the water movement aerates the fish pond water. You will not see that fish are swimming at the top with open mouths due to lack of oxygen.

Secret garden: This sounds weird, though. But think, someone is visiting your garden and sees a tiny fountain moving water. He will be astonished for sure. It will represent your sense of humor.

Meditation area: People meditate in a sacred area where there is no sound but the sounds of birds and water flow. You can install a granite fountain in your meditation area.

For indoors:

Living room or bedroom: As the sound of water flow is for relaxation, the trickling sound of the granite fountain helps you to have a deep sleep. You do not have to pay for the humidifier if you have a granite fountain indoors.

Reading room: You can have a granite fountain in your reading room to concentrate more while reading storybooks or academic books.

Bathroom: A granite fountain in the bathroom improves the humidity.

Entryway: A wise placement of a granite fountain at the entryway makes your house inviting and welcoming for your guests.

Home office: Right now, working from home is the trend. You may get bored after working for hours. If you have a granite fountain, the sound of water helps you relax faster after boatloads of work.

The size of a granite fountain depends on the size of your space, scale, functionality, and aesthetic preferences. For indoors, you should not have a granite fountain height more than half of the ceiling height.

For outdoors, you should consider the area of outdoor. For instance, a large fountain for a small garden seems weird, whereas a small fountain for a large garden gets almost invisible.

Here is a snapshot of the size of the granite fountain based on the spaces:

If you live in an area where the temperature is not freezing, it is okay not to take special winterization. However, if you live in a cold atmosphere where freezing and thawing cycles are frequent, it is better to take special winterization.

Although granite fountains can withstand freezing and expansion of water, if you want it to last for decades, you should take special winterization.

For a permanent granite water fountain, we recommend you do a special winterization. Conversely, you can take a portable granite fountain indoors to keep it away from the adverse effects of winter.

In winter, you can shut off the water supply, drain all the water, and disconnect the pump from the electric supply. You can cover a permanent and large granite water fountain with anything, but this is optional.

Hard and dense granite is the best suited for fountains because dense granite can withstand the wear and tear of natural catastrophes, chipping, cracking, freezing, and thawing cycles. The granite should have a hardness rating of more than equal to 6. Besides, a hard granite can bear the weight of the fountain.

Here are some recommendations:

Black galaxy granite: This granite features flecks of silver and gray over deep black. This is ideal for better polishing and durability. George Stone quarries this granite and makes granite fountains out of it.

Baltic brown granite: This granite is deep brown with flecks of gold and grey. It is resistant to staining.

White pearl granite: This granite also offers elegant looks and lasts longer.

Multicolored granite: Granite varieties with a mix of colors, such as Giallo Fiorito. This granite is for visual excitement and makes a fountain more lucrative.

Besides, there are some granites suitable for granite fountains, like – Colonite white granite, Verde Antique granite, Uba Tuba granite, etc.

Also, consider the climate of your locality, the finish (polished or honed) of granite, color, and patterns. You can have a free conversation with our support team to help you find the best granite to manufacture a granite fountain for you.

Before thinking complex, start with simple and basic things like –

• Check the pump is connected to the power source.
• Check the basin’s water level.
• Check whether the pump impeller is clogged with debris, twigs, and leaves.

You should prime the pump if you have not run the pump for a long time.

If there is debris, twigs, and leaves in the impeller, you should remove them. Reconnect the pump with the power source, and fill the basin with water according to the manual.

If you still do not troubleshoot properly, then we suggest you read the manual again. Still, you are in trouble? Consult a professional urgently.

As a granite fountain is a bulky structure, it is wise to hire a professional to install it indoors or outdoors. With a professional setup, you are free from thinking about potential risks and malfunctions.

You can install a granite fountain yourself if it is smaller in size. For instance, for a small indoor fountain, you can set up everything on your own. It is wise to read the manual before running the pump.

For a bulky and large granite fountain for the garden, you should hire a DFY professional. With a professional service, you do not have to think about all the gadgets needed for installation. So, no additional costs.

Electricity is needed for running a granite fountain smoothly, but you should consider some aspects of electricity for installing a granite fountain to protect yourself and your pet animals from electric shock. Here you go –

• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI): This should be connected to your electric pump to keep yourself safe from serious electric shock.

• Voltage: You must learn how much voltage a granite pump needs to run. It varies, so you should read the manual first.

• Weatherproof Outlet: This is a must for outdoor granite fountains to protect the electric cables from moisture and humidity.

• Cord Length and Wire Gauge: The cord length should be the optimum length for connecting the power source and GFCI outlet. Always try to reduce the tension due to the short cord. The wire gauge should also be optimum for the pump’s amperage draw.

There is no limitation to the styles of granite fountains because many customers have many custom demands. However, we are going to tell you about some of the most common and stylish granite fountains people are buying nowadays for outdoors and indoors. Here you go –

Tolkien Fountain

Although this granite fountain comes with a simple shape, it has sleek lines. The water falls into the square-shaped basin from the pedestal, making a trickle sound.

Urn-Style Pedestal Fountain

This fountain is frequently made from Cabo sands granite because it changes its color when wet. However, anyone can make this fountain with any other granite available.

This is also the same as Tolkien fountains by water trickling feature. The large basin at the top fills first, and water tricks through the side of the basin and into the large basin at the bottom.

Tiered Fountains

Tiered fountains are the most common granite fountains in the world. But you can ornament the tier to make it lucrative and appealing.

Wall Granite Fountains

These fountains are mounted on the wall and installed outdoors mostly.

At George Stone, you can find all of these types of fountains. Besides, you will get twist, rockwood, tripe stone, ball, and sphere granite fountains at a very competitive price. As mentioned earlier, we can also provide you with custom granite water fountains.

You should clean your granite fountain once every 1-3 months to prevent the growth of algae and the deposit of minerals in it. You can use water treatment weekly or bi-weekly.

To clean your granite fountains, follow these steps to get the job done easily –

1. Plug off the power cord and remove the pump. If there is any debris in the pump, remove them.
2. Then, remove all the water from the basin.
3. Scrub the basin with textured cloth to remove the algae and mineral buildup. (if you do not want to scrub, a 50/50 muriatic acid/water solution can remove calcium scale, and a 50/50 ferrous acid/water solution remove iron stains)
4. Then rinse with water.

Here are some popular add-ons for granite fountains –

• Submersible LED Lights and Uplights: Place the submersible LED lights in the basin to make the fountain attractive and eye-catching at night. The uplights at the fountain’s base increase the contrast so the textures and carving can be seen properly at night.
• Bubbler Rings: To make playful bubbles rise from the fountain basin water surface; you can place bubbler rings at the pump.
• Water Spouts: Water spouts can be attached to the tier of the Tiered Fountain or wall fountains to make another water stream for a higher trickling sound.
• Auto-Fill Kits: These kits are essential to keep the water level in the basin constant. If the water level goes to the lowest, the pump will burn out.
• Fountain Covers: Although covers are not mandatory for granite fountains, you can have them for betterment and longer use.

You can find more granite fountain ideas from the George Stone showroom and social media groups, especially Facebook groups and Pinterest boards. Besides, you can keep your eyes open to see the beauty of a granite fountain installed in the garden or indoors of your neighbor.

Finding a reputable supplier of granite fountains for sale near you is tough. George Stone has been in the stone product manufacturing industry since 1992 and could be your go-to supplier. We supply every product, including granite fountains, throughout the world. Even if you are not in China, we will get you covered.

George Stone supply team delivers the products you ordered to your doorstep.

Yeah, you can find distributors in your locality. We are producers, suppliers, and distributors at the same time. As a bulk-producing company, our supply will not run out during your project.

You can order any style of granite fountain that you are looking for. We will provide you with a custom granite fountain at a very competitive price.