{"product_id":"48-inch-serpentine-slate-column-waterfall-fountain","title":"Serpentine Slate Column Waterfall Fountain","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.fountain-desc {\n  max-width: 100%;\n  color: #222;\n  line-height: 1.7;\n  font-size: 16px;\n}\n.fountain-desc h2 {\n  font-size: 30px;\n  margin-top: 40px;\n  margin-bottom: 18px;\n  color: #111;\n  line-height: 1.3;\n}\n.fountain-desc h3 {\n  font-size: 22px;\n  margin-top: 28px;\n  margin-bottom: 14px;\n  color: #111;\n}\n.fountain-desc p { margin-bottom: 18px; }\n.fountain-desc ul { padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 24px; }\n.fountain-desc li { margin-bottom: 10px; }\n.fountain-table {\n  width: 100% !important;\n  border-collapse: collapse !important;\n  margin: 28px 0 !important;\n  border: 2px solid #000 !important;\n}\n.fountain-table td, .fountain-table th {\n  border: 1px solid #000 !important;\n  padding: 14px !important;\n  text-align: left !important;\n  vertical-align: middle !important;\n  color: #111 !important;\n}\n.fountain-table th {\n  background: #000 !important;\n  color: #fff !important;\n  font-weight: 600 !important;\n}\n.fountain-highlight {\n  border-left: 4px solid #111;\n  padding-left: 18px;\n  margin: 28px 0;\n}\n.fountain-faq {\n  border: 1px solid #111;\n  padding: 20px;\n  margin-bottom: 18px;\n}\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\n  .fountain-desc h2 { font-size: 24px; }\n  .fountain-desc h3 { font-size: 20px; }\n  .fountain-table td, .fountain-table th { padding: 10px !important; font-size: 14px !important; }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"fountain-desc\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSeven slate ledges arranged in an alternating left-right pattern — the water doesn't fall straight down, it zigzags. Each tier is offset from the one above it, guiding the water laterally across the ledge before it drops to the next level. The result is a serpentine path that traces a Z-shape from top to bottom, covering more surface distance than a vertical cascade of the same height. At 48\" tall with a 23\" × 16\" footprint, the column makes a strong vertical statement in a garden or patio setting, and the warm LED lights tucked beneath the staggered basins illuminate the winding water path from below after dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe serpentine path also changes the acoustic character. Instead of multiple simultaneous fall points, this design has one continuous stream traversing the full height — the sound is a steady, uninterrupted flow rather than a multi-point splash. In weatherproof polyresin with no plumbing required, setup is plug-and-play: fill the reservoir, plug in, and it runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"fountain-highlight\"\u003eThe zigzag water path is structurally unique in this collection — every other Wildridge design has water falling vertically, whether in one stream or many. This one moves the water laterally across each ledge before dropping it. The extended travel path produces a continuous flowing sound rather than the percussive impact of multiple fall points.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"fountain-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23\" L x 16\" W x 48\" H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeatherproof Polyresin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStacked Slate Column Texture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7-Tier Serpentine Zigzag Slate Column\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLighting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm LED Accent Lights (Built Into Basins)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePump\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubmersible Pump (Included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard 110V Plug-In\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutdoor Year-Round\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWorks Best In\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarden beds and patio settings where dynamic lateral water movement is a visual priority\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvening outdoor spaces where warm LED lighting and flowing water create ambient atmosphere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSettings where a continuous flowing sound is preferred over multi-point splash acoustics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"fountain-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does \"serpentine\" mean in practical terms?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of the seven slate ledges is offset to the left or right of the one above it, alternating direction as you go down the column. Water flows across each ledge laterally before dropping to the next — it traces a Z-shape or S-shape down the full height rather than falling straight down. From the front you can watch the water travel sideways across each tier before dropping, which creates a more animated visual than a straight vertical cascade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"fountain-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the sound compare to fountains with multiple streams?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulti-stream fountains like the Jagged Shale or Multi-Spout Pinnacle produce a composite acoustic effect from multiple simultaneous fall points — denser, more layered sound. The Serpentine design has one continuous stream that travels a longer path — the sound is steady and flowing rather than percussive. If you want immersive white noise density, the multi-stream designs deliver more of it. If you want a continuous, uninterrupted flowing sound, the serpentine path is the better choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"fountain-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for a deck or elevated surface?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, with the standard precaution of placing a waterproof tray or mat beneath the fountain to catch any minor splashing. The self-contained recirculating pump means no external water supply is needed. The 23\" × 16\" footprint fits comfortably on most deck surfaces without requiring significant clearance on all sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"fountain-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I winterize it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore the first hard frost, drain all seven tiers and the reservoir completely and bring the pump indoors to store. The weatherproof polyresin handles freeze-thaw cycles well when dry. Cover with a waterproof tarp if leaving outdoors through winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Waterfountainonline","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45973337112855,"sku":"B_GPF220048","price":679.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0791\/3501\/5191\/products\/Majestic_48_H_7-tier_stacked_shale_outdoor_fountain_acting_as_a_focal_point_on_a_green_lawn.jpg?v=1774087348","url":"https:\/\/waterfountainonline.com\/products\/48-inch-serpentine-slate-column-waterfall-fountain","provider":"Water Fountain online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}