Corten Steel Water Feature with Base – Single Bowl Ø 80 or Ø 150 cm

Water feature with welded connections for easy assembly

Water feature made of Corten steel, a material that is durable and maintenance-free. Over time, the steel of this garden fountain develops a beautiful, deep red rust patina that provides a stunning visual contrast against the sparkling water and the greenery of the garden.

Smart design for a hidden pump solution

This water feature – available in sizes Ø 80 cm and Ø 150 cm – is developed with both aesthetics and functionality in focus. To provide the sleekest possible installation, both models are designed to elegantly conceal a dry-mounted pump inside the outer base, but the constructions differ slightly depending on the size:

• Model Ø 80 cm: The bowl is 18 cm deep and rests on an outer, cylindrical base measuring Ø 32 x H 45 cm. Beneath the bowl itself, there is also a 7 cm high welded inner base. This smart spacer creates the perfect space for you to hide the pump, keeping it concealed yet easily accessible.

• Model Ø 150 cm: The grander bowl is 32 cm deep and rests on an outer base measuring Ø 60 x H 30 cm. On this model, the base is welded directly to the bowl and features a practical inspection hatch for easy access to the pump.

We recommend a dry-mounted pump in the size range of the Aquarius Universal Classic 1500 230 V for your water feature. With this, you get a sleek installation where all the equipment is neatly hidden inside the outer pedestal of your garden fountain.

At the bottom of the bowl, there is an integrated, acid-resistant hose nipple (1/2″x13 mm for the 80 cm bowl, or 3/4″x20 mm for the 150 cm bowl). The nipple is designed for you to easily slide on a water hose with a 13 mm (1/2″) inner diameter for the smaller bowl, and 20 mm for the larger one.
https://www.vattenliv.se/produkt/slang-12-13-mm/ Combined with a hose clamp, this provides a tight, secure, and maximally corrosion-resistant connection.

Information about pump equipment for your garden fountain

Please note that this product is delivered as a complete steel structure (bowl and outer base) The pump equipment itself is sold separately. For the purchase of these technical accessories, we recommend consulting specialists in garden ponds, such as Vattenliv, who offer a suitable range of products compatible with our corten steel barrels.

Specifications:

• Material: Corten steel (supplied either in its raw steel finish or with the rusting process already initiated, depending on stock availability).

• Outer Base Dimensions: Ø 32 cm, Height 45 cm (for Ø 80 cm barrel) / Ø 60 cm, Height 30 cm (for Ø 150 cm barrel).

• Inner Base Dimensions: Height 7 cm (permanently welded beneath the barrel to allow concealed dry installation of the pump).

• Preparation: Integrated stainless-steel connections in the base, fitted with stainless-steel hose nipples for connecting a water hose to a dry-mounted pump.

• Accessories: Pump (e.g., Aquarius Universal Classic 1500 230 V), 13 or 20 mm water hose, hose clamp, and nozzle are not included.

Smart DIY Tip for the Nozzle! Would you like to create your own unique water outlet instead of purchasing a ready-made fountain nozzle for your water feature? Take a common 15 mm copper pipe and add a compression fitting with male thread 15 mm × R15. Then simply screw this nozzle directly into the bowl. This creates an exceptionally attractive and rustic feature, with a naturally aged patina that complements the corten steel perfectly.

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When the bowl is new, it naturally releases some rust. Since the water in a garden fountain constantly circulates, the rust gets stirred up, resulting in dirty-looking water.
utsigt ut. To prevent this and reduce the amount of rust in the water, you can treat the inside of the bowl.

The most durable option is to coat the metal with a two-component paint (2K clear coat). For those who wish to paint it, we offer the option of delivering the bowl with a completely bare metal interior. This provides a good starting point and makes it easier when you need to prime and paint the surface for your water feature.

For a watertight finish in your water feature, you can then use, for example:

• SprayMAX 2K Epoxy Primer Filler (base)

• Epifanes 2K Polyurethane Paint (topcoat satin matte)

Please note that two-component paint creates a durable and resilient surface for your water feature. However, these products require careful handling, good ventilation, and proper protective equipment during application.