Drinking Water Fountains

Drinking fountains in Bratislava

admin — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:27:52 +0000

After our boss Rob has come back from his holiday from Slovakia, he started to show pictures of the City. But as we are very interested to see pictures of the Bratislava, the only pictures Rob took were the pictures of different types of drinking fountain. They seem to be spread everywhere in the Old City, with cold, fresh water. They are used a lot and as the temperature has risen to 36 degrees everyone was keen to refresh himself in these.
There were different types of fountains too, some were really old good looking and ornamental, which attracted tourists, that took pictures of them and filled their water bottles. But not all of them were like this. Most of them were there just for single purpose only- to provide refreshing water for parched passerby. These are normally new-looking, with modern design. They don’t draw tourists for their beauty, but for their refreshing bounty.

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Drinking Water Fountains Hygiene

author — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 09:44:12 +0000

There are many ways in which we can all help keep public drinking water fountains across the country clean and hygienic for everyone to drink from. If we all work together doing some of these simple things that we’re suggesting in this week’s blog, then it’ll make a big difference to everyone! So read on, dear water fan, and let’s change the world, one fountain at a time…

- If you’re drinking from a public fountain, it’s recommended/commonly observed etiquette that one should refrain from placing one’s whole mouth over the nozzle, and instead sip delicately from the spurt of water.

- If you’re concerned about drinking straight from a fountain, why not fill up a water bottle instead? That way you’ll also have a drink to keep you refreshed throughout the day.

- Drinking water fountains are not litter trays; resist the temptation to leave rubbish in them, and they’ll stay nice for a lot longer.

If you’re thinking about investing in one of our fountains for your home or office, please do get in touch and one of our team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have.

St James’ Park gets new Drinking Water Fountains

author — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 09:34:02 +0000

Following worrying findings that drinking water fountains across the UK’s parks have been falling into disrepair, and thus are unfit for the public to drink from, Authorities have decided to spend some time deciding which fountains standing on land owned by the Royal Parks Foundation, are to be renovated and thus become more appealing to the people of Britain once again. A report in the Telegraph has also stated that the worldwide company, Tiffany & Co., usually more well-known for their production of ornate and expensive jewellery, have donated a staggering £850, 000, for the repair and renovation of the fountain in the middle of St James’ Park lake, which the Royal Parks Foundation have said, one finished, will help wildlife by aerating the water, bringing more oxygen into it, thus encouraging breeding and flourishing of new species.

The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, also added his comment, saying that the donation from Tiffany was invaluable, and helping to bring back the drinking water fountains that so many members of the public enjoyed and appreciated in the past, whilst visiting the Royal Parks.

If you have any questions or comments about this renovation project, or indeed would like a little more information about our products or our service, please do get in touch and one of our team will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Launch of a Drinking Water Fountains Campaign

author — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 18:02:29 +0000

We English love a good old bit of campaigning; standing up for what we believe in and making sure the people with the power hear us doing so. We particularly love making a noise about our health, more so if it concerns our children and other young people across the country. Since the release of the shocking report that drinking water fountains in public parks are falling into disrepair, and have been for some time, there has been a lot going on…

The writers at My Real England, a blog site created in celebration of everything from/about our glorious country, have joined forces with the Join the Refill campaign, to help get better drinking units in public places, so that we can have access to clean drinking water when we need it- a basic human right, many would argue. The two forces combined promote events and petitions, trying to persuade our government to follow the example of others and build thousands of drinking water fountains, all over the country, for public convenience. In one very special town, Carmel, California, even pooches are truly pampered, with their very own doggy-shaped fountain in the town centre.

So if you’re passionate about giving your family clean, delicious water on tap (hoho), please get in touch and one of our team will be on hand to talk you through our products and service, and find out how we can help you most efficiently. We look forward to hearing from you!

Drinking water fountains fall into disrepair

author — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 17:55:10 +0000

It’s a sad state of affairs when we, the British public, do not have access to clean drinking water, even in places of activity and recreation such as public parks. Across the country, it has been reported that drinking water fountains have fallen into disrepair as a result of neglect from local authorities. During the study, carried out by he Children’s Food Campaign, who work to improve the health of young people, it was found that only 11% of the green spaces across the UK have drinking water fountains, and of these, generally only 2/3 of the units were dispensing.

The main concern of the charity was that children would be pushed to consume fizzy and sugary drinks in an attempt to quench their thirst, instead of picking a healthier, complimentary option. With so much emphasis on fighting child obesity, and cutting down on heart disease in the future, how are the Powers That Be helping?

What are your views on this? Does your local park provide fountains for your children to drink from, or are you persuaded to let them indulge in unhealthier options? Maybe you’re a local councillor, fighting for the renovation of these units, and are struggling to get support. Whatever your position, we’d love to hear from you.

If you’d like any information about getting one of your own drinking water fountains, please do get in touch and one of our team will happy to answer your questions.

Fairytales with drinking water fountains- part 2

author — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 09:52:10 +0000

Following the unprecedented success of last week’s fairy tale taster, we’re letting ourselves be inspired by our drinking water fountains once again, and are bringing you, faithful reader, a reminder, or maybe a first introduction, to one of the most magical and wonderful watery fairytales ever written for children.

The Water Babies, written by Charles Kingsley, began as a series of short stories for Macmillan’s Magazine, the popularity of which encouraged Kingsley to publish the full-length novel in 1863. The story follows a young chimney sweep called Tom, who falls into a river, tragically dies, but magically turns into a water baby, and begins a journey of moral discovery, during which he meets various characters such as the infamous fairy, Ms. Doasyoouwouldbedoneby. Tom learns that by doing things which he may not like, being only very young, but are the right thing to do, he will be able to return to land and live the rest of his life as he did before.

Of course, we don’t want to spoil the story for those who don’t know the whole thing, so we’ll leave our synopsis at that. If you’ve enjoyed The Water Babies, or have any other watery fairy tales that you’re particularly keen on and would like to spread their fame, please get in touch or leave a message at the bottom of our blog.

Fairytales with drinking water fountains- part 1

author — Mon, 31 May 2010 09:40:45 +0000

We all love a good fairy tale, with princes and princesses, possibly the odd slaying of an evil dragon, or even a shape-shifting elf. We at drinking water fountains particularly enjoy those stories which revolve around that wonderful, life-giving substance that spurts from our fountains- lovely jubbly water.

This week we’re bringing you a Grimm Fairy Tale, The Water of Life. Known for their somewhat dark moral tales, the Brothers Grimm tell of a King, far, far away, who was near death and desperate need of treatment. His three sons, the princes, each decided in turn to set out and find the much celebrated “Water of Life”, which would cure the king instantly. Facing dangerous paths and evil elves, only the youngest of the three brothers made it to the enchanted castle, within which the well, containing the water of life, resided. But the other princes, greedy for praise and the possibility of inheriting the kingdom, stole the water from the younger prince, and took the credit for healing the king. The youngest prince was exiled from the castle….

Like all good stories, we don’t really want to tell you the ending, as that would ruin the surprise. We love fairytales of all shapes and sizes, and suggest that you get reading to find out if the prince ever got his deserved reward. In the mean time, if you’d like any information about our products or services we can offer, please do get in touch and one of our friendly team will be on hand to help.

Wake yourself up with our drinking water fountains

author — Mon, 17 May 2010 12:04:09 +0000

It may be true to say that these days, we take the fact that we can rely on our trusty alarm clocks to wake us up in the morning, for granted. We fall into deep slumber knowing that electronics will prevail, and get us up in time for showers, brekkie, and leaving several minutes left to bound into the office, with energy and enthusiasm for the day ahead. Alas, this has not always been the case, as electronic advances in the last couple of decades would have us believe.
Back in the day, people across the world relied on their drinking water fountains to wake them up. Ok, so it maybe wasn’t as simple as all that; they would drink ample amounts of water before they went to sleep, with the hope that they would wake up early in the morning, wanting to rush to the bathroom. This method proved successful, as we all know how difficult it is to sleep when you’re busting to ‘go’, and many an employee continued to arrive at work on time to cuddle the pigs, or chase the chickens.
If you’re interested in finding out a little more about our drinking water fountains, and how they can be an excellent alarm clock substitute (thus saving battery bills), please do get in touch, and one of our team will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Boston students are without drinking water fountains

author — Sat, 08 May 2010 14:43:58 +0000

Following a massive bust water pipe on Saturday 1st May, thousands of Boston school children are returning to class as normal, but with signs posted all over the drinking water fountains and taps in the bathrooms, amidst fears that the water supply remains to be contaminated and not fit for consumption. Schools have sprung into action though, and are well-stocked with bottled drinking water for students, and school lunches are being strictly limited to foodstuffs that can be prepared without the use of water.
It seems younger students are the ones getting by the best, with University undergraduates suffering the most. Among the problems they’re encountering is that of spending precious money on bottled water, particularly as funds are low for many. Another is that coffee shops are unable to sell hot drinks, due to the contaminated water, leaving several final year students without a daily caffeine kick before an important exam. Of course, amongst all the trouble and inconvenience, there are important lessons to be learned in the value of water that comes straight from a tap or drinking water fountain whenever we so desire. Several people have vowed to conserve water whenever possible, such as let letting the tap run when brushing their teeth, or taking showers instead of baths.

How to get your 8 glasses a day

author — Sat, 01 May 2010 14:22:30 +0000

The task of drinking eight glasses of water per day can seem a daunting one, but we at Drinking Water Fountains are here to help. It’s really a lot easier than you may think; the key is to make your water habits consistent, and to drink in small quantities, that way you’ll not even notice how much liquid you’re consuming. So read on, oh beloved blog followers, for our hydration tips:
- Start the day with a big glass of water with your cornflakes/cereal/toast/fry-up. It’ll help wake you up, and that’s one down already.
- Try carrying a bottle of water around with you during the day. Every time you look at it or think about it, take a couple of sips. It’ll also help squash the temptation of drinking fizzy sodas, which dehydrate you and contain masses of sugar.
- If you’re in the office, take regular breaks to visit the office water cooler or one of the drinking water fountains. Who knows, you might even bump into someone special…
- Take a glass with you to bed, and if you wake up in the night, take a sip to refresh yourself, and to lull you back to sleep.
Let us know what you think of our tips, and if you have any of your own that you find particularly helpful in keeping your thirst at bay, please do share them with us! We always love hearing from you.