During ancient Roman times, water fountains would often adorn street walls and major city structures. They were intricately carved and usually had lions spouting water out of their mouths. This was done to honor the lion for its characteristics of courage and strength.

The Romans used to make such fountains to control the water being dispensed across the vast city. They actually billed the residents of Rome based on how large their wall fountains spout was and also how much water went through it. Evidently, the concept of being billed for water usage can be traced back to Roman times.

But these water fountains were beautiful structures and were remembered for a very long time until they started making an appearance again in building lobbies, city centers, public gardens, and the like.

Wall water fountains can be purchased and can be custom made to suit your needs and imagination. Gargoyle and lion wall water fountains are very well known and very popular. Wall water fountains are great because of the space-saving feature and because the added element of water enhances any environment and is a very calming sight. Some wall water fountains are so beautiful that just gazing at their intricate carvings and feeling their stone is an experience in itself.

Wall water fountains arent very expensive these days. Modern production techniques and methods have reduced production costs and therefore the cost burden on the consumer. But the cost also depends on the design you choose and the stone you are ordering it in.