Finding the perfect waterfall to compliment your home or office decor shouldn't be a challenge. Our design experts can help you choose a water feature that is right for you.

There are many options available from Tropics North Studios's varied product lines. Custom and built-to-order options are also available. With many possible combinations in size, colour, and style, finding the right waterfall is easy.

Tropics North Studios offers indoor water features in wall-mounted and floor models to suit your needs. Like works of art, indoor water features need to be properly sized in order to ensure the product you choose works well in your surroundings.

Size is one of the most important factors in deciding which indoor water feature to purchase. Below are some tips to help you choose the perfectly-sized feature for your home or office.

Wall-mounted waterfalls may be hung vertical or horizontal like a picture. Wall-mounted water features come in various sizes to suit a variety of rooms.

To choose the proper size, you must measure the dimensions of the wall before purchasing a wall-mounted waterfall. Generally, rooms with high ceilings do best with a vertical piece, whereas horizontal fountains work best in rooms with average heights or longer walls. Placing a vertical unit on long walls may leave a lot of bare space on either side; placing a horizontal waterfall on a higher wall may make the feature appear much smaller than it is. Smaller fountains work best in areas where space is limited, such as a foyer or other small hallway.

Depth is another key issue to factor in: most water features have a depth of 5 - 6" and should not be placed in narrow hallways, where people may have difficulty manouevering around it.

There are several easy ways to measure your wall to ensure a proper fit:

• Marking the Corners
  This is an easy, non-invasive way to help you visualize the space necessary for your desired water feature. All you need is a measuring tape and four items such as Post-it Notes or thumbtacks to mark you place. Use the measuring tape to measure the dimensions of your chosen piece, placing the markers at each corner. This will give you a rough idea of the space necessary to house your new water feature.

• Making an Outline
  Similar to the previous approach, this method takes the process one step further by connecting the corner points to box-in the area that will be covered by the water feature. Use the same steps described above, using tape or string to connect the markers. This will give you a better feel for the space needed.

• Poster Board Cut-Out
  This process is slightly more time-consuming than the other two approaches, and works best for contractors who need to envision the feature in a building that is still under construction. It is useful for situations where walls have not yet been erected, as it will give a better visualization of the space a wall-mounted water feature will need. To measure, draw the dimensions of the fountain on a piece of poster board or cardboard and cut out the design. You may hang this piece on the wall with tape, and write installation directions on it if necessary.

The easiest way to measure is to find a similar-sized object which can be placed in the spot that you wish to put your fountain. If you cannot find a similar object, use a measuring tape to outline the dimensions. Books or other stackable items can be used to check height requirements.

Outdoor waterfalls usually do not need to be measured, as most easily fit into any landscape. If you wish to place a waterfall in a smaller yard, it is best to use a measuring tape and rope to mark off the space needed. Most outdoor waterfalls are manufactured to have a dramatic splashing effect, so they should be kept away from walls and electrical features which may be damaged.