Water Bowles offer several benefits for your garden. They give the serene look of water in your garden without the need for costly mains plumbing, provide a reflective surface to reflect light and shadows of your surrounding garden, and entice birds to bathe and drink. They can be used as a water feature or a re-purposed into a Corten steel fire bowl.What is it made of?Our Corten Steel Water Bowl is made from genuine Grade A Corten Steel.How will my order arrive?We have a trusted network of nationwide pallet and parcel couriers. Larger sized planters or orders with larger quantities will arrive via a pallet courier, and smaller sized orders will arrive via one of our parcel courier partners. All deliveries are fully tracked. See Delivery Policy for more info. Lead time is currently 2 to 3 weeks - please enquire if you require a shorter lead time.How long will it take for the Corten Steel Water Bowl to develop a rustic patina finish?The finish will start to develop a beautifully unique orange and brown patina in a matter of weeks. This will continue to develop over a period 6 to 12 months. The speed of weathering process depends on factors such as Weather, Climate, and Proximity the coast/ sea spray etc. The product can be delivered in any stage of the patina process from raw steel to a fully developed patina.Corten Steel Maintenance AdviceCorten steel develops its protective patina through natural wet-and-dry cycles; when used as a water feature, the surface below the waterline may not develop a patinate evenly, and the water can become rusty or discoloured over time—regular emptying and refilling is recommended to maintain appearance and hygiene due to leaves, insects, and bird activity.