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Stainless Steel Hollow Ball
Flower Ball
Stainless steel hollow balls are forged from 304 stainless steel plate into smooth spherical forms and finished with mirror polish or other surface treatments. They are designed as standalone sculptural elements or grouped in clusters for architectural and landscape settings. Each ball is built to the buyer's drawing, with size, curvature and placement determined by the project layout rather than a standard catalogue size.
| Material | Stainless steel, 304 as standard |
|---|---|
| Forming | Hand forged and welded from plate |
| Standard Finish | Mirror polish |
| Alternative Finishes | Brushed satin, colour electroplating, baked lacquer |
| Typical Use | Architectural feature, interior decoration, public space |
| Sizes | Built to the buyer layout drawing |
| Category | Stainless Steel Hollow Ball |
| Made In | Pingshan District, Shenzhen, China |
Key Benefits
- Hollow forged construction keeps weight low relative to size, reducing installation effort
- Mirror polish reflects light and surroundings, making the ball appear integrated into the space
- 304 stainless steel body resists rust and maintains appearance in outdoor and indoor environments
- Custom sizes and cluster arrangements follow the project layout drawing exactly
- Available in multiple finishes including brushed satin, colour electroplating and baked lacquer
Application Scenarios
- Entrance plazas and building facades where a sculptural ball adds visual interest without blocking sightlines
- Hotel lobbies and reception areas where a polished ball serves as a focal point in a minimalist space
- Shopping mall atriums and interior courtyards where a cluster of balls breaks up large floor areas
- Public parks and urban landscapes where a single ball or group acts as a non-intrusive feature
- Exhibition halls and art installations where a precise form is needed for a curated display
Who It Is For
- Landscape architects specifying sculptural elements for public and private spaces
- Hotel and resort interior designers sourcing feature pieces for lobbies and reception zones
- Property developers installing decorative elements in show units and common areas
- Art consultants and public art commissioners coordinating sculptural installations across sites
- Furniture and decor importers sourcing unique metal objects for resale
Problems It Solves
- Standard catalogue balls are fixed in size and cannot match a project’s layout drawing exactly
- Solid cast balls are heavier and require lifting equipment for installation
- Painted or coated finishes degrade outdoors and need frequent maintenance
- Natural materials like stone or wood are not suitable for a smooth, reflective surface
- Lack of flexibility in finish options limits design intent on international projects
Technical Features
- Body forged and welded from 304 stainless steel plate, then ground and polished
- Hollow construction with a closed spherical form and seamless weld lines dressed back
- Seamless appearance after polishing with no visible joins
- Fixing detail adapted to mounting on wall, floor, or freestanding base
- Finish options include mirror polish, brushed satin, colour electroplating, and baked lacquer
Materials
- 304 stainless steel plate for the forged body and fixing components
- Stainless steel welding consumables matched to the parent plate to maintain finish consistency
Quality Control
- Formed shape checked against the approved drawing before welding
- Weld seams inspected and dressed until they disappear under the polish
- Polished surface checked under light for grinding marks and orange peel
- Protective film applied to every polished face before crating
Customization Options
- Any ball size and any number of pieces in a cluster to your drawing
- Mirror, brushed, colour plated or baked lacquer finish per piece or per cluster
- Fixing detail adapted to wall, floor, or freestanding installation
- Sample piece produced for approval before a full cluster goes into production
Use Guide
- Send the project layout drawing with ball positions and intended sizes marked
- Confirm whether the ball is wall-mounted, floor-standing, or freestanding to determine fixing detail
- Leave the protective film in place until surrounding construction is complete
- Clean with water and a soft cloth; avoid abrasive pads on polished surfaces
- Re-polish locally if a scratch occurs during site work rather than replacing the piece
Manufacturing Process
How This Piece Is Made
- Review of the project layout drawing and agreement on ball size and cluster arrangement
- Plate forming data calculated for each ball before any steel is cut
- Hand forging of the plate into a spherical form with precise curvature
- Welding of the closed body and dressing back of the weld lines
- Grinding through successive grits followed by mirror polishing
- Fixing detail welded on, protective film applied, and crating for export
Every stage happens in the same workshop in Pingshan, Shenzhen, which is why a set of pieces arrives matching.
Comparison
How It Compares With the Alternatives
Compared with Solid cast stainless steel ballSolid cast is heavier and harder to install; hollow forged is lighter with same visual impact
Compared with Painted carbon steel ballPainted steel is cheaper but chips and rusts; stainless steel holds finish permanently
Compared with Copper or brass cast ballCast metal develops patina over time; stainless steel maintains original finish without change
Compared with Resin or plastic ballResin is light and low cost but cannot achieve mirror polish or withstand outdoor exposure
Where This Piece Is Used
Hotels and ResortsApplication notesCommercial Property and RetailApplication notesExhibition Halls and ShowroomsApplication notesCast Brass Celebrity StatueProject notesBall Combination Sculpture AssemblyProject notesColour Options for Stainless Steel SculptureDesign GuideMirror Polish Versus Brushed FinishProcess GuideFrom Drawing to Installed SculptureProcess Guide
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Flower Ball Questions
What material are the balls made from?
They are forged from 304 stainless steel plate and then polished. This grade is used because it holds a polish and resists rust in indoor and outdoor conditions.
Can you make them in the sizes on our layout drawing?
Yes. Our technicians calculate the forming data for each ball, so size and curvature follow your drawing exactly.
Can the balls be mounted on a wall or floor?
Yes. Fixing details are adapted to wall, floor, or freestanding installation based on your site condition.
What finishes are available besides mirror polish?
Brushed satin, colour electroplating, and baked lacquer are all produced in house. Samples are made for approval before production.
How are the balls packed for export?
Polished faces are covered with protective film and the balls are crated. We confirm the crating arrangement based on your destination port.
Can we see a sample before the full cluster is made?
Yes. One piece can be produced for approval before the full cluster goes into production.
How do we get a price?
Send the layout drawing or a sketch with sizes and quantities by email or WhatsApp and we will quote against it.
Quote Flower Ball at Your Size
Tell us the size, the quantity and where it will be installed. A drawing or a reference photograph is enough to start.