I got this fountain to go in our foyer. I absolutely love it, but it splatters a lot for an inside fountain. We're tried less water, but was still splattering and it was pretty loud which is an issue for the two rooms off our foyer. BUT we put some river rocks in both receptacles which quieted down the noise. And for now, it's going outside as a centerpiece on a table. When winter comes we'll decide on whether to put it up or put it on a waterproof base. The splatter only goes out about four or five inches but when you're planning to put in on hardwood in an entry way, not cool. Still love it though!