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Urban fountains are vulnerable to weather, vandalism, pollution and many other factors. In addition to regular maintenance, sometimes fountains need full-scale restoration.

Fountains, Cascades, and Conservation | Mostly about saving England's fountain heritage, but the checklist in the second half is relevant to any organization considering a fountain restoration. Context Magazine

Conservation of public sculpture | Focus on conservator Andrzej Dajnowski, whose recent work on The Fountain of Time in Chicago's Hyde Park is discussed in detail. The Art Institute of Chicago

Going with the flow: five ways to make fountain maintenance pay off | Outlines some of the things you should know when conducting maintenance of a fountain, such as knowing the type of materials the fountain is made of, where the water comes from, maintaining a balanced system, and keeping the pool clean and safe. Pool and Spa News

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