WaterShapes
While our innate need to be in the presence of water, and have constant access to it is both philosophical and biological, Kevin Woodhurst argues it is also practical from a business perspective. Not only essential for survival, as the desire for water is the primary factor underpinning the existence of the watershaping industry, and arguably modern civilization itself.
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In this first installment of our new series exploring the “fine points” of watershape construction, Kevin Cobabe gets down to basics about running multiple pipes in trenches. As simple as it seems, he says, there are a handful of key issues that are important to keep top of mind when working beneath your feet.
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There are many ways to enjoy a visit to the beach. From surfing to sunbathing, the sand’s edge encompasses some of the most enjoyable human experiences. For some, the preferred activity involves little more than wandering the shore with a pair of keen eyes looking for treasures in the form of sea glass.
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Fountain People are proud to offer the FXPRO Series LED color-changing light fixture, designed and made for the illumination of fountain and splash pad spray effects, underwater, wet or dry. It features on-board DMX control and is manufactured from cast 316L stainless steel. It includes (9) LED RGBW (4000K White) color changing light diodes, adjustable stainless steel yoke assembly, tempered glass lens with silicone gasket and 20 feet of 18/5 submersible cable.
VEVAR benders deliver 6-7S ultra-fast bending speed: This electric rebar bender helps save valuable person-hours by bending rebar 1/4'' #2 to 1" #8 Grade 60(6 to 25 mm) within 6 to 7 seconds. Bending Angle: 0-180°, Bending Radius: 1.57'' / 40 mm, Max. Rebar Hardness: HRC30. This hydraulic bending machine features a 1700W pure copper motor, which can run quietly with low noise and significantly improve your working efficiency, reducing unnecessary wear.
Aquascape offers its Small Pondless Waterfall Kit, which can be built in a day and is the ideal option for DIY consumers or builders with space and municipality restrictions. This kit includes a wireless adjustable pump that circulates the water from the in-ground reservoir to the waterfall spillway diffuser. It also includes the Automatic Water Treatment Dosing System for Fountains with water treatment, to ensure optimum water conditions and reduce maintenance.
Algae are a class of organisms that are essential to life on earth. In a swimming pool, however, they become an affliction that compromises water quality and consumes chemicals. According to Haviland’s Kevin Vlietstra, although there’s an inevitable quality to algae, prevention is always the best treatment option.
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Located in the heart of Tuscany, the Colossus of the Apennines stands guard over the surrounding historic landscape like an ancient sentinel. Not only an imposing sculpture, the massive statue was also a remarkable example of early watershaping innovation.
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While most people are familiar with the pleasure and excitement of time spent in the company of seas and oceans, far fewer are aware that seawater and its constituents have a long history of specific therapeutic benefits, and have led to an entire category of luxurious and healthful spa treatments – with a very fancy name.
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The Hidden Wonder of Abiqua Creek