Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire
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Custom GRP / fibreglass planters
have been commissioned from IOTA for Belvoir Castle in Leicestershire. One of England’s principal heritage sites, Belvoir Castle dates back almost 1,000 years to Norman times, and has been the seat of the Duke of Rutland since 1509.
Imposing 1000mm cube planters
were specified, 17 in total, in keeping with the scale and grandeur of the castle. To coordinate with the existing leadwork of the castle, project designer Irena Murray sought to create a flat lead effect for the planters, and colour RAL 7024 [Graphite Grey] in matte finish was selected. The planters are lightweight but also extremely robust, made using high quality polyester resins, hand-laid woven glass fibre mat, and marine-grade polyurethane paints. As tree planting was specified as a requirement, the planters are further strengthened by laying the fibreglass over an internal steel skeleton.
IOTA also offers a custom manufacture service
in materials other than GRP, including natural stone and GRC [Glass-Reinforced Cement]. Planters can be made to whatever design and specification the brief requires – whether for interiors, or for the most challenging of exterior spaces. IOTA’s custom manufacture service is not limited to bespoke commercial planters, and can include other items of street furniture (such as chairs, benches etc.), in addition to landscape art in stainless steel.
