Today water has made its way into homes via indoor fountains that not only adorn a room but make it more livable as well. He said he has them running while he cooks and watches TV, and the one in his bedroom is on all through the night while he sleeps. It's nice to see something artistic and natural mixed in with the sterile environment of the kitchen. Indoor fountains come in different sizes from those that fit on a table top to wall-sized versions for larger spaces. The water is recirculated via a pump that can be plugged into a nearby wall outlet.
Distilled water is recommended to prolong the life of the pump system.
Garden and home improvement stores were among the first to carry indoor fountains. They drown out traffic noise and they're calming. A massage therapist bought one to relax her clients. The calming influence of indoor fountains also has made its way to offices, said Donna Cohen of Donna Cohen Interiors. People are more productive and not as stressed out at the office and at home.