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Why choose zinc?

We asked Glasshouse member, A Place in the Sun, to explain why choosing Zinc for garden features is not only a good investment, but it is a stylish addition to any outdoor space.
A Place in the Garden is a family-run luxury garden company, specialising in handcrafted zinc garden pieces. Their collections now include water features, lighting, sculpture, furniture and an extensive range of distinctive garden accessories.

What are the benefits to using zinc features?

Zinc is one of the most enduring and architecturally respected materials used in outdoor design. Valued for its strength, longevity and timeless appearance, it offers the perfect balance between classic character and modern performance.

Built to last

Everything we create is crafted from heavy-gauge steel to ensure outstanding strength, longevity and structural integrity, ensuring exceptional resistance to corrosion and the elements. Each piece is hot-dip galvanised, bonding molten zinc to the steel to provide superior protection against corrosion and the elements. This protective layer ensures long-term durability in all weather conditions, making it ideal for year-round outdoor use.

Finally, every item is meticulously hand-finished to achieve the rich, characterful appearance of traditional lead, designed to weather beautifully over time into a soft, natural patina.

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Architectual Presence

BEAUTIFULLY AGING PATINA

Zinc develops a soft, natural patina over time — mellowing and settling into its surroundings. This subtle ageing process gives each piece character and authenticity, allowing it to complement both traditional and contemporary gardens.

Zinc has a refined, understated aesthetic. Its muted tones sit comfortably alongside stone, brick, timber and planting schemes, providing structure without overpowering a space.

Low maintenance

Unlike many traditional materials, zinc requires minimal upkeep. It will not rot, crack or warp, and it performs reliably in changing temperatures.

At A Place in the Sun, every piece is handmade in a dedicated European factory, ensuring exceptional quality and craftsmanship, with stock held and readily available in the UK. With an in-house design team and production facility, they offer a fully bespoke service - creating custom pieces in a signature style to suit individual spaces and architectural projects.