Bronze 26.5 Tall Tapered Planter
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They are IRON
Beware. Purchased two for an inside atrium. They did not get wet from rain but from watering. And RUST they did. What a mistake. They are approximately 6 months old.
May 3, 2012
Striking, but concerned about rust
I ordered one each of the tall and medium planters. There is a label inside of the upper planter liner recommending that sand or gravel be placed in the bottom to stabilize them. I chose to find two plastic flower pots that fit within the square bases and didn't press against the sides of the planters. I filled the flower pots with fast drying cement and sank a large hook into the cement so that I can easily reach inside and pull them out when I need to store them away for the winter. This solution took care of the tipping issue.
On the down side, both planters have four clear plugs that sort of act like "feet" or drainage plugs for the planter. There is also one at the bottom of the upper lift-out liner section. The problem is that every time you just barely move the planter base (remember, it has weight from the dirt and the stabilizing element), the supplied clear rubber plugs/feet come off, exposing the openings at the bottom to moisture, etc. And since the planter is bronze coated, I'm sure that the slightest movement on a brick or patio surface is removing the bronze finish and exposing the iron surface.
I would assume that had I filled the planters with sand, the plugs would have probably gotten pushed out, and I would have had sand everywhere...once again, the cement filled flower pots were a good solution.
My only concern is that since these are made of iron, they may start to rust. Even if the plugs are left in, there's a chance for rust. I really wish the manufacturer would have made the planters out of bronze-finished aluminum or some other material that would have reduced the chance of rust.
I also wish they had supplied more durable plugs/feet that would have not been so flimsy...something that would truly act as "feet" and elevate the bottom slightly above the ground, and collectively act as a leveling "cushion" as well. I'll be on the lookout for something to replace the flimsy clear plugs/feet that came with these.
Other than that, the planters are really attractive.
July 15, 2010
Look great, but 'fragile'
These planters are definitely attractive. I do like the removable planter liners but the double-walled description makes them sound more durable than they are. While pouring the rocks into the tallest planter the rocks (medium sized 1 1/2-2") dented the planter out. I was disappointed that they could be damaged so easily. They will also dent like butter on a hot day if they tip over... so be careful!
May 17, 2010
sleek and elegant
I love the way these planters look on my front porch. I can't wait to fill them in the summer with plants and in the winter with pines and decorative branches. Of course since it is a new purchase I have no idea how they will hold up. Hoping for the best.
April 3, 2010
