As an outdoor decoration that combines art and craftsmanship, corten water feature not only has unique aesthetic charm, but also adds vitality and agility to the environment. Through the processing and shaping of weathering steel materials, combined with the flow and sound of water, various creative and imaginative waterscapes are created, becoming an indispensable part of modern cities and natural environments.
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What Is Кортен Steel Water Feature?
Corten water feature refers to waterscape decorations constructed with weathering steel materials. Through the flow of water, fountains, troughs, waterfalls, waterscape sculptures and other forms, they are integrated with the structure and shape of weathering steel materials, presenting unique visual effects and artistic charm. It is not only a decoration, but also a shaping of space and an improvement of the environment.
What Is Weathering Steel?
1. Definition And Characteristics Of Weathering Steel
Weathering steel, also known as corten steel or atmospheric corrosion resistant steel, is an alloy steel with special weathering properties. Its main characteristic is that after being exposed to the natural environment for a period of time, a dense oxide scale will form on the surface. This is a self-healing protective layer that can effectively prevent further corrosion inside the steel, thus having excellent weather resistance and corrosion resistance.
2. Composition And Structure Of Weathering Steel
The chemical composition of corten steel mainly includes carbon, silicon, manganese, phosphorus, sulfur, chromium, nickel, copper and other elements. The addition of alloy elements such as copper, chromium and nickel is the key to forming a dense oxide protective layer. These elements play an important role in the oxidation process of the steel surface, making the oxide layer have better density and adhesion.
3. Appearance Characteristics Of Corten Steel
Corten steel has unique appearance characteristics, and this appearance change is a unique feature of weathering steel. The color of weathering steel in the natural environment will change over time, from the initial ordinary steel color to dark brown, reddish brown, and finally stabilized to dark brown. This color change process usually takes 6 months to 2 years, depending on the environmental conditions.
Can Кортен Steel Be Used As a Material For Water Features?
As a special alloy steel with excellent weather resistance and corrosion resistance, weathering steel can be used as a material for water features. Its unique aesthetic value and environmental adaptability bring new possibilities and development space for outdoor landscape design. As a professional water feature manufacturer, we will continue to take advantage of the weathering steel to create more creative and high-quality waterscape works, provide customers with high-quality products and services, and jointly create a beautiful and comfortable outdoor living space.
Design Concept And Functional Features
The design concept of garden water features is mainly reflected in the integration and coordination with the garden environment. Through careful design and layout, the water features and garden landscape complement each other and set off each other to create a harmonious and comfortable atmosphere. Its functional features include:
- Beautify the garden environment: The flow and sound of water can add vitality and dynamism to the garden, making the entire environment more beautiful and charming.
- Enhance the atmosphere of the space: The presence of water features can improve the atmosphere of the garden, create a quiet and relaxing atmosphere, and help people relax and immerse themselves in nature.
- Attract organisms: Water features can attract more organisms to the garden, such as birds, insects, etc., increase ecological diversity, and enrich the ecological environment of the garden.
Types Of Corten Water Features:
1.Corten Steel Rain Curtain
Corten steel rain curtain is a waterscape decoration made of weathering steel material. Its design features are mainly reflected in various forms, simple shapes, and soft water flow. Corten steel rain curtains are often suspended vertically, and through the flow of water from top to bottom, fine water curtains are formed, creating a light and transparent visual effect. (This water curtain can also be used with lights)
2. Corten Steel Waterfall Wall
Corten steel waterfall wall is a waterscape decoration made of weathering steel material. Its design concept is mainly reflected in simulating the form and flow of natural waterfalls to create a natural and primitive landscape atmosphere. Corten steel water wall often adopts a multi-layer superimposed design, and water flows from top to bottom to form flowing waterfalls. In addition, the background wall often has various laser-cut patterns, which gives people visual and auditory pleasure and relaxation as a whole.
3. Corten Steel Water Bowl Fountain
Corten steel water bowl fountain is a fountain decoration made of weathering steel material. Its design features are mainly reflected in simple shape, soft water flow, energy saving and environmental protection. The appearance of the corten steel water bowl fountain often adopts a multi-layer superposition or circular design. Through the gurgling flow of water from bottom to top, circles of water ripples are formed, or filled with water to grow flowers or fish, creating a fresh and comfortable environment.
4. Corten Steel Square Water Table
Corten steel square water table is a waterscape decoration made of weathering steel material. Its design concept is mainly reflected in simple structure, stable shape, and practical functions. Corten steel square water table often adopts a square or rectangular design. Through the water flow from the middle water outlet like spring water, circles of water ripples are formed, forming a clear water surface, creating a quiet and peaceful environment.
How To Make Кортен Water Feature?
The production process includes 3 main steps: material preparation stage – production process flow – installation and commissioning stage
1. Material Preparation Stage
The production of corten steel characteristics first requires sufficient material preparation, which mainly includes the following steps:
- Material selection: First of all, you need to select high-quality weathering steel materials. Standard weathering steel plates are usually used. The main components include copper, chromium, nickel and other elements, which have good weather resistance and corrosion resistance.
- Material processing: The key to the material preparation stage is to process the selected weathering steel plates, including cutting, bending, sheet metal processing and other processes to obtain various components and parts that meet the design requirements.
- Accessories preparation: In the material preparation stage, various accessories and accessories need to be prepared, such as water pumps, water pipes, nozzles, etc. These accessories will play an important role in the subsequent assembly process.
2. Manufacturing Process
After completing the material preparation, the next step is the manufacturing process, which mainly includes the following links:
- Structural design: Before making the corten steel water feature, a detailed structural design is required to determine the form, size and structure of the water feature to ensure that the final product meets the design requirements.
- Welding and assembly: According to the design drawings, the pre-processed weathering steel plates are welded and assembled to form the basic structural frame of the water feature, and various accessories and accessories are installed at the same time.
- Surface treatment: After completing the welding and assembly, the surface of the water feature needs to be treated, usually using sandblasting, grinding, spraying and other processes to enhance its surface smoothness and beauty, and protect it from oxidation.
- Water system installation: After the structure of the water feature is completed, the water system needs to be installed, including installing the water pump, connecting the water pipe, installing the nozzle, etc., to ensure smooth water flow and good water spraying effect.
3. Installation And Debugging Stage
After the production is completed, the next stage is the installation and debugging stage, which mainly includes the following steps:
- On-site installation: Transport the manufactured corten steel water feature to the site, install it on site, position and fix it according to the design requirements, and ensure that the installation is stable.
- Water flow debugging: After the installation is completed, water flow debugging is required to adjust the flow rate of the water pump and the angle of the nozzle so that the water flow effect meets the design requirements and maintains the beauty and stability of the water feature.
- System inspection: Conduct a comprehensive inspection of the installed water system to ensure that the connections of various components and accessories are firm, the water flow is smooth, there is no leakage or blockage, and the normal operation of the water feature is guaranteed.
How To Maintain Кортен Steel Water Features?
1. Cleaning And Maintenance: Although weathering steel has excellent durability, daily cleaning is still necessary. Cleaning is mainly to remove dust, dirt and other debris on the surface. When cleaning, use a soft brush and clean water, and avoid using strong acid and alkali cleaners.
For pool facilities, it is necessary to regularly clean the sediment at the bottom of the pool and the floating objects on the water surface. When cleaning, attention should be paid to protecting the oxide layer on the surface of the weathering steel to avoid mechanical damage.
For fountain facilities, nozzles and pipes need to be cleaned regularly to prevent blockage. When cleaning, attention should be paid to the control of water pressure to avoid impact on the facilities.
2. Water Quality Management: The quality of water directly affects the use effect and service life of the corten water features. It is necessary to regularly test the water quality, including indicators such as pH value, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, and total bacteria.
When the water quality does not meet the standard, measures should be taken in time to treat it. Common water quality treatment methods include filtration, disinfection, and pH adjustment. During the treatment process, attention should be paid to selecting appropriate agents to avoid corrosion of weathering steel materials.
The circulating water system should be replaced regularly, and the replacement cycle is determined according to the water quality and usage intensity. The pool and pipeline system should be thoroughly cleaned when changing water.
3. Functional Inspection: Check whether the various functions of the waterscape are normal, including water circulation, lighting, control and other systems. Functional inspection should be carried out under normal use conditions, and problems should be dealt with in a timely manner.
Inspection of the water circulation system includes parameters such as water flow, water pressure, and water quality. Abnormal parameters may indicate that there is a problem with the system and further investigation is required.
Inspection of the lighting system includes whether the lamps are working properly and whether the lighting effect meets the design requirements. Damaged lamps should be replaced in time.
Inspection of the control system includes automatic control function, manual control function, safety protection function, etc. Failure of the control system may affect the normal operation of the entire waterscape.
Why Choose HNJBL’s Corten Steel Water Features?
√ Innovative design and craftsmanship
We have a professional design team and technical team that can provide innovative design and exquisite craftsmanship, customize various styles and forms of corten steel garden features according to customer needs, and ensure that the products are unique and beautiful.
√ High-quality weathering steel materials
We use high-quality weathering steel materials to ensure that the products have excellent corrosion resistance and weather resistance, can maintain a stable appearance and function for a long time, are durable, and are not easy to rust or discolor.
√ Customized services and after-sales guarantee
We provide customized services, tailor the characteristics of weathering molten steel according to customer needs and site environment, and provide customers with personalized solutions. At the same time, we also provide comprehensive after-sales guarantee to ensure the installation, commissioning and maintenance of the products, and provide customers with a long-term and stable use experience.