Fountain Covers

Fountain covers are essential, if you want to protect your investment, and get use out of it for years to come. Water features are not designed to withstand winter weather any more than sailboats are. Oddly though, no one would think twice about covering a boat for the winter, but many people simply neglect their fountain.

Why Covers are Crucial

Even if you empty all the water out of your fountain before winter and remove the pump, you are really not doing it any favors if you do not cover it up. The first time it snows or rains, it will fill up. When the temperatures dip a little lower, the water will freeze, which means it will also expand. This obviously puts pressure on the walls of the fountain. Then, a sunny day comes, the water thaws and the cycle continues to repeat over and over again all season. This is why you end up with cracks in your fountain. Not to mention, you probably are not running out there to clean away bird droppings like you do in the summer, which can also ruin the finish. Add in pollution, UV rays and other elements and you are putting your fountain through a lot of unnecessary abuse during a season when you are not even enjoying it.

Cover it Up

Fountain covers, such as those that we have here at Water Fountain Pros are made to protect these pieces of art against harsh winter weather. You will notice that we carry them in different sizes. This is because it is just as important to achieve a proper fit as it is to cover it up. A cover that is too small will leave parts exposed, and one that is too large may blow around or welcome critters to hide inside. The cover should fit snugly and be made of heavy duty fabric.

Our covers are water-repellent and feature special treatments, so not only will they repel water, they will not crack, even in the coldest weather. To ensure a good fit, a toggle and elastic hem cord is provided and to prevent lofting, air vents have been added. Tough interlocking seams increase durability and provide unparalleled strength against harsh winter storms and padded handles make it easy to remove come spring. If you want your water features to continue to look their best year after year, protect them with the outdoor covers that we