| Encore Water Bell Fountain by Woodstock Chimes |  | Brand: Woodstock Chimes
Category: Lawn & Patio
Department: SYNTAX ERROR!
List Price: $79.99
Buy New: $59.83
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Seller: 7GIFTS
Rating:  7 reviews
Country: USA
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4.7
Dimensions (in): 15.8 x 6.3 x 16.3
MPN: WEWBF
Model: WEWBF
UPC: 028375100217
EAN: 0028375100217
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Eight brass bells | | • | Lightweight and durable plastic bowl | | • | Easy to assemble | | • | Designed by professional musician Garry Kvistad | | • | Suitable for indoor or covered outdoor use |
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Product Description
Water bubbling up from the center of the fountain causes two floating bells to gently swirl around six fixed bells, ringing softly when they meet.
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| Customer Reviews:
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 stopping working after 5 months July 2, 2010
J. Lo (USA)
Hello Everyone,
I'm sorry but I would not recommend this product... It looked like a great deal in the picture but when it arrives, the black plastic bowl is very cheap looking as is the fountain spout and contraption that holds the bells. I tried to cover up the bare plastic bottom with some some glass pebbles but the motor of the pump was not strong enough to push the water over a textured surface so I had to remove them. Well, in the end, even with regular cleaning (every 4-6 weeks) the motor was not strong enough to last and burnt out. Next time I will shop around more for a better product- Z Gallerie has some nice fountains for $50 too and they have a ceramic bowl!
The nice thing is that for the time while it lasted, the chiming bells were very melodius. Too bad it wasn't long lived...
 Durable, but with shortcomings. May 17, 2010
Christopher L. Canfield (Boston, MA)
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
I had this fountain for approximately 4 years, and it worked well that entire time. The motor never burnt out, and it never had any major operational problems. A few things to know:
1. The bells rust. They will not be that nice brass color for long.
2. The plastic bowl is even more plastic in person. It's a soft plastic, seeming cheap if you touch it or get too close. It will deform as you pick it up.
3. The bells are loud. Personally, I had to muffle the bell sounds with cork.
4. There will probably only be one or two of the internal bells that will actually get struck. By the nature of water flows, expect to hear the same bell over and over.
5. The fountain needs to be cleaned regularly. While this might seem self-evident, gunk builds up quickly.
6. Floating bells flip, get stuck, and otherwise need to be watched after every now and then.
Overall, while I was slightly underwhelmed with certain details of implementation, I didn't regret my purchase either. It worked without complaint 24/7, for many years. It did a better job of hydrating the air than some other fountains or hydrators. But it is big and bulky, and isn't quite as nice as you would think.
 Lots of Compliments! Very soothing sounds! April 15, 2010
javajunki
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Bought this for my spouse as we have all types of regular wind chimes and thought something different would be fun. One reviewer mentioned the heavy smell which is indeed present especially when the box was first opened...I noticed it a LOT but better half didn't seem to at all. However, it wore off over time especially after using white vinegar (to reduce the build-up).
We have this in the living room and receive a lot of compliments...it's always funny because it typically takes awhile before people realize they are relaxing to the sound of these small bells. After 20 minutes or so it begins to dawn on them and they start looking around...without exception, everyone wants to know where to buy them.
A very nice addition. Simple, non obtrusive. Soothing.
pleasent but smelly April 3, 2010
Angela Bivens (Houston Tx)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I enjoy the sound it provides however I can't seem to mask the strong plastic smell. I have had it for about a month and it is still strong.
water chimes what an idea February 5, 2010
Sharon P. Koperwas (michigan)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
If serenity is what you are looking for in a product this one is for you.I have a bird sanctuary in my yard of gorgeous mosaic benches and baths and i placed this bell fountain in a fenced in lower level garden of cone flowers and specialty lillys and big beautiful peonies,breath taking come summer.Magnificent product,and great service on delivery.I will let you know after the summer how it performs and holds up in the elements.
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