Fountain Sculpture
280cm Outdoor square courtyard stainless steel “3C”fountain sculpture
A stainless steel fountain sculpture with a 280 cm diameter is designed for an outdoor square or courtyard, where it functions as both a water feature and a reflective object. The piece is a hollow sphere formed from two hemispheres, welded and polished to a mirror or brushed finish, and can be painted to match a site’s colour scheme. It is intended to stand in a public space where water flows over its surface and reflects the sky, surrounding architecture, and movement of people. The listed size is 280 cm, and like most items in this catalogue, it is made to any custom size on request.
| Material | #304 / #316 Stainless steel |
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| Size | 280 cm, or custom size |
| Surface | Mirror, brushed finishing, or painting |
| Production Time | 45 days |
| Packing | Wooden case |
| Delivery | Factory Direct, Door to Door Delivery |
Dimensions and materials outside this table are confirmed against your duty sheet before quotation.
Key Benefits
What This Nozzle Gives You
- A mirror or brushed finish reflects the sky, trees, and people, making the sculpture dynamic throughout the day
- Hollow construction reduces weight at large diameters, simplifying foundation design
- 304 or 316 stainless steel provides durability in outdoor environments, with 316 suitable for coastal or salted areas
- Mirror, brushed, or painted finishes are applied to the same shell, ensuring consistency across the surface
- 280 cm as listed, or any diameter the site requires, with production time of 45 days
- Wooden case packing and door to door delivery protect the polished surface during transit
Application Scenarios
Where It Is Installed
- An open courtyard in a residential complex where water movement and reflection add life to a static space
- A public square with a central feature that must hold attention without being figurative
- A hotel or resort entrance where the fountain sculpture introduces the arrival experience
- A civic plaza where the sculpture interacts with seasonal light and weather patterns
- A garden courtyard where the sound of water complements the visual reflection on the polished surface
Who It Is For
Buyers Who Specify It
- Landscape architects designing a focal point for a paved courtyard or public square
- Property developers commissioning a permanent feature for a residential or commercial development
- Hotel and resort designers integrating a water and light feature into an arrival court
- Art consultants sourcing a functional sculpture with reflective qualities for a public space
- Municipal clients upgrading a courtyard with a durable, low-maintenance water feature
Problems It Solves
What It Fixes on the Line
- A courtyard that lacks a central object and reads as empty or unfinished
- A site that needs a water feature but has no room for a large basin or fountain pool
- Off the shelf fountain sculptures that come in fixed sizes and do not fit the space
- A commission that has a reference image but no technical drawing for fabrication
- A public space where a painted or non-stainless feature would degrade or require frequent maintenance
Technical Features
How It Is Built
- Hollow shell formed from two hemispheres over a mould and welded together
- Weld joint ground and polished to be invisible on the finished surface
- 304 or 316 stainless steel body depending on exposure conditions
- Mirror, brushed, or painted surface applied to the same shell for consistent finish
Materials
Body Materials and Where Each One Suits
- 304 stainless steel for general outdoor exposure in urban or suburban settings
- 316 stainless steel where coastal air, road salt, or de-icing chemicals are present
- Mirror polish to reflect the surrounding environment with high clarity
- Brushed finishing to reduce glare and hide minor handling marks
- Painting to integrate with a site’s colour scheme where reflection is not required
Manufacturing Process
How the Part Is Made
- Scheme design against the site to define form, function, and finish
- Small clay model scaled up with internal support structure designed in parallel
- Plaster mould taken from the model to form the hemispheres
- Steel plate forged to the mould and ground repeatedly to build the shell
- Surface treated with mirror polish, brushed finish, or paint as required
- Welded assembly and installation on site, with joint finished to match the surface
Quality Control
What Is Checked Before It Ships
- The company states it runs its own professional QC team
- Weld between hemispheres is polished out rather than left proud
- Repeated grinding before surface treatment is part of the published method
- Wooden case packing protects the polished surface during transit
Customization
What Can Be Changed to Suit You
- Mirror, brushed, or painted finish applied to the same shell
- 304 or 316 body selected based on site exposure
- Ordered from a photograph or a drawing supplied by the customer
- Base and fixing detail designed in coordination with the piece
Comparison
How It Compares With the Alternatives
| A painted mild steel fountain sculpture | Painted steel is cheaper initially but requires repainting every few years; stainless steel maintains its finish permanently |
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| A fibreglass fountain sculpture | Fibreglass is lighter and cheaper at large sizes but cannot be polished to a mirror finish and is less durable outdoors |
| A corten steel fountain sculpture | Corten is chosen for its weathered, changing surface; this stainless steel piece is chosen for a consistent, reflective appearance |
| A solid metal sphere | Solid construction increases weight and cost at large diameters; hollow shell reduces weight and simplifies installation |
Use Guide
Fitting and Running It
- Fix the diameter against the open space around it, not against a catalogue size
- Position the sculpture where it has something worth reflecting: sky, trees, or building facades
- Allow for a foundation and fixing detail sized for wind load at large diameters
- Clean a mirror surface with water and a soft cloth; abrasives damage the polish
- Specify 316 stainless steel if the site is coastal or exposed to road salt in winter
- Plan 45 days production plus sea freight from the date the site must be ready
Questions Buyers Ask
280cm Outdoor square courtyard stainless steel “3C”fountain sculpture Questions
What size is this fountain sculpture and can it be made larger?
The listed size for this piece is 280 cm, and like most of this catalogue it is also made to custom size.
Which stainless grade will I get?
This fountain sculpture is made in #304 or #316 stainless steel. Tell us whether the square is coastal or salted in winter and we will confirm which grade suits the exposure.
Mirror, brushed or painted?
All three are listed for this piece. Mirror gives the strongest reflection, brushed reduces glare and hides handling marks, and painting is used where the scheme wants colour instead.
How long from order to delivery for this fountain sculpture?
The listing states a production time of 45 days. Sea freight is on top of that, so work back from the date the square has to be finished.
How is a polished fountain sculpture this size packed?
In a wooden case, on a Factory Direct and Door to Door Delivery basis, which is what keeps a mirror surface intact between the workshop and the site.
Can you build one from a picture I have?
Yes. The workshop takes orders according to a photograph or a drawing from the customer. Send the reference image, the diameter you want and where it will stand.
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