Product Information
Our Mild steel tapered planters will prove a stunning addition to any garden or outdoor space. Expertly crafted from high quality steel, this striking and very on trend planter is of welded construction with smooth corners. It comes fully assembled and ready to display in your outdoor space.
Our full range of Steel Planters are fabricated by us here on site here in Nantwich Cheshire. They are very heavy and are made of 3mm mild steel. Some cheaper versions are much less sturdy and are often made of 1.5/2mm steel. If you are in any doubt as to the quality, always check the weight of the product and thickness of the material. Our planters are built to last a lifetime.
About Mild Steel
Mild steel is the most commonly used and widely available low carbon steel on the market and is typically used in projects where a large quantity is required, such as in structural projects. The materials high strength, flexibility and low cost make it a very economical solution.
At the very beginning, both Corten steel and mild steel look very similar, and there is not much difference between the two. However, exposure to the elements begins the weathering process, and this is where the first major difference starts to appear.
Corten will develop a beautiful orange patina as the weathering process begins, while mild steel will produce a darker brown appearance instead. Over time, both will slowly develop a lovely brown patina when the weathering process is complete, but it will take mild steel a lot longer to reach this stage in comparison to Corten.
Although both mild steel and Corten steel do look similar after the complete weathering process, they do have very different corrosion results.
Over time, Corten will develop its own unique layer of rust on the surface, which effectively acts as a protective barrier that prevents the steel itself from corroding. The weathering process takes around 6-9 months, and Corten steel products are incredibly durable and long-lasting, degrading at a significantly slower pace than other steel options.
Mild steel does not have that same effect, which means when exposed to the elements, it will begin to corrode at a much faster rate and will require replacement sooner. The weathering process will take around 12-18 months to complete.
Another major difference between Corten steel and mild steel is their price point. Mild steel is a very affordable solution, whereas our Corten products will typically cost around 50% more on average.
While this can require a higher initial investment, Corten steel is able to last longer and often has a more attractive finish, which makes it a popular choice for use in both commercial and residential settings.
Bespoke
We also offer Bespoke Mild Steel Planters in almost any shape or size including a range of optional extras available.
Delivery
Delivery Information (FAQ’s)
How much does it cost?
Due to the heavy nature and size of the products we offer, our postage rates vary depending upon the size and weight of products and the courier we use to distribute each product. Delivery charges are clearly stated at checkout and we do offer discounted postage for multiple items.
Why do you charge for delivery?
The delivery charge covers the cost of processing, packing, checking and finally delivering your goods. Every order that we dispatch is processed, selected from stock, or fabricated to order, quality checked and packaged to ensure it arrives with you in pristine condition. The costs of this process and the materials used are not added into the product cost and we simply charge what is needed to cover our costs.
Where do you deliver?
We only deliver to mainland UK at the prices set on our website. Unfortunately we are unable to ship to Northern Ireland or outside of mainland UK.
How long will I wait for my order to be delivered?
For stock items we aim to dispatch within 5 working days. Our usual dispatch days are Tuesday and Wednesday each week.
For non- stock (made to order) items our lead time is 4-5 weeks from order. We will notify you once the product has been fabricated and is ready to be dispatched.
I’d like my order to be left in a safe place or with a neighbour if I’m not in. Can you arrange this?
If you advise us of a safe place to leave the item in the event that you are not home, we will pass this information onto the courier. Since our deliveries require a signature; if you do choose to provide a safe place then we cannot accept responsibility for goods once they have been left.
Our Shipping Partners
Tuffnells Parcel Express
Some of our larger items are shipped using Tuffnells Parcel Express. Most items are dispatched on a next day service with Tuffnells and customers will receive a tracking email on the day of delivery. It is helpful when you place your order if you can advise of a safe place to leave the item, should you not be home when it arrives. Also any other useful information regarding delivery that may assist the driver should be left in the order notes.
For information regarding Tuffnells deliveries and tracking please see: –
Track and Trace | Tuffnells
DPD
Our log stores are shipped with DPD as these are smaller items than some of our other products. We dispatch items on Tuesdays and Wednesdays of each week with DPD on a next day service (Monday – Friday only). DPD offer a range of “in flight” options for customers who may not be home. They will text and email customers confirming a 1-hour time slot for delivery and provide other options if no-one is home. Sophisticated tracking is also available allowing a live map countdown to the final 15-minute time slot.
DPD have an app which is very useful for tracking deliveries, and we urge our customers to use the app to ensure the best delivery experience possible. DPD Local | Our App | Never miss a parcel delivery again!
For information regarding DPD tracking and delivery please see:-
Parcel Tracking UK | Track Package | DPD Local Online (dpdlocal-online.co.uk)
Pallet Delivery – The Pallet Network
Some of our items are so large that delivery on a pallet is necessary. We use the Pallet Network for our pallet deliveries and we normally ship items on a Tuesday or Wednesday of each week. Pallet services are on a next day basis and we always ask the driver to call ahead to let you know 1 hour prior to arrival.
Where a customer purchases 6 or more log stores, these may be delivered on a pallet; any less than 6 and we will usually send these via a courier.
Access for pallet deliveries
Is it important that a 7.5 tonne lorry (or larger) with a tail lift can access you property if pallet delivery of your item(s) is required. Some items can only be delivered on a pallet. We ask our customers to be aware of the access requirements and contact us should they have any queries prior to placing an order.
For more information on pallet deliveries see TPN. We are THE Pallet Network. | The Pallet Network (thepalletnetworkltd.co.uk)
We aim to dispatch in stock items within 5 working days of order and delivery is usually within 2 working days of dispatch.
For non-stock items you can usually expect delivery 4-5 weeks from order. We will always endeavour to dispatch products to you as soon as we can and sometimes fabrication is quicker.
Delivery is kerbside only. We may deliver the item ourselves, using our own driver or sub-contract the item to a courier service (depending upon your location).
