From Rotten Wood to Sky Blue Planters
There is something truly special about living in an idyllic village. The peace, the birdsong, and the connection to nature make the garden a vital part of the home.
During the lockdown years, many of us turned to our outdoor spaces for solace. Our latest clients were no exception; they had originally opted for wooden planters to create their own personal garden sanctuary. However, as the British weather often dictates, time wasn't kind to the timber. A few years on, the wood was rotting, losing its structural integrity, and in desperate need of a permanent solution.
That’s where Industrial Modern Furniture stepped in.
The Commission: Precision and Personalisation
Our clients knew they wanted something that would stand the test of time without losing that bespoke charm. John headed out to their beautiful village location to measure up for a complete garden overhaul.
Because every garden nook is different, "off-the-shelf" simply wouldn’t do. John designed and crafted seven individually sized planters, each tailored to fit a specific spot in the clients' sanctuary.
Why Steel?
Lately, we’ve seen a huge surge in the "Alan Titchmarsh effect." With the gardening legend frequently showcasing the beauty of planters that oxidise over time, many of our customers opt for self-coloured steel to achieve that rustic, weathered orange patina.
However, for this project, the vision was different.
A Splash of Sky Blue
While the industrial look is our bread and butter, we love it when a client brings a pop of colour to the table! For this sanctuary, Sky Blue was the order of the day.
To ensure these planters never suffer the same fate as their wooden predecessors, we didn't just stop at the aesthetics. Each planter was:
- Zinc Primed: Providing a heavy-duty layer of rust protection.
- Powder Coated: Finished in a vibrant Sky Blue for a sleek, durable, and weather-resistant surface.
Delivery Day
There is nothing quite like seeing a project come to life in its final setting. We believe in delivering quality, and it felt like a good omen when we arrived at the village—the British weather decided to play ball, and the skies were just as blue as the planters themselves!
The result? A garden that is now low-maintenance, structurally sound, and bursting with a colour that reflects the summer sky all year round.
Are your garden planters looking a little worse for wear? Whether you want the oxidised industrial look or a bespoke splash of colour, Industrial Modern Furniture can help!
We recommend that all garden furniture and plants need looking after, and with this in mind, garden planters are predrilled with drainage holes. We recommend our customers line the planters with materials like plastic sheeting, pond liners, or landscape fabric to add an extra layer of protection and help retain moisture.
Expert gardeners will use gravel, pebbles, or broken bricks at the bottom of the planter for drainage and give all outdoor furniture a coat of beeswax when needed to provide a natural, breathable, longevity and water-resistant barrier
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