Pottery:
Most of our pottery is fired at high temperatures and is suitable for normal usage as garden vessels, fountains or furniture. Surfaces are easily cleaned with water and cloth while wearing gloves. Proper planting with adequate drainage is critical to prevent cracking in sudden weather changes. It is recommended to add a drainage material in the bottom of the pot, such as clay shards or drain pad. Additionally, if the pot is to be placed directly on garden soil, you should set it on blocks or pot feet to raise slightly above ground level.

Frost Proof:
Our Le Beau, Chelsea Garden and Provenza collections are frost proof pottery which can withstand freezing temperature under normal circumstances. Sudden, dramatic changes in temperature might damage the product. However, our products have been used in very harsh climates by returning customers for many years and they are still intact. Of course, anything filled with water can burst under certain conditions, so assuring proper drainage when planting is critical for all-season durability.

All Jars should be emptied over winter. Sealed fountain tops serve only as water reservoirs. Do not place bricks or heavy objects on top as weight (to secure fountain covers, for example).

All Water Bowls should be drained and flipped over or covered in winter. The Seasons collection is not frost proof and should be brought indoors over freezing winters. If your indoor area is subject to freezing temperatures, be sure the product is kept dry.

Water:
If you suspect your water has extreme PH levels or contains contaminants and/or heavy metals, you might experience unforeseen reactions in some glazes. Use appropriate neutralizers to adjust the water quality.

Stone:
Stone products can be used outdoors in any climate will withstand normal ranges in temperature.

Bamboo:
We use very strong bamboo materials for our bamboo garden accents. However, Bamboo is a wood product and will age naturally. Regular retouching with Tung Oil can extent the life span.