Blue Thumb Single Tapered Square Urn Kit
Complete Fountain Kit with Modern Brass Elegance
The Blue Thumb Single Tapered Square Urn Kit brings contemporary sophistication to your water feature with everything you need for a stunning standalone fountain. This complete kit features an authentic brass urn with a modern square tapered design that develops a beautiful natural patina over time, transforming from bright metallic tones to rich aged bronze and gorgeous aqua-blue verdigris accents. Each kit includes the brass urn, professional basin system, pump, and all components needed for a turnkey fountain installation that combines modern geometry with timeless brass beauty.
Authentic Solid Brass Construction
Each urn is meticulously crafted from high-quality solid brass, a premium metal alloy prized for its beauty, durability, and distinctive aging characteristics. Unlike painted or coated finishes that fade or peel, brass develops a natural protective patina when exposed to the elements. This living finish evolves through the seasons, deepening in color and character over months and years. The result is a truly unique fountain that becomes more beautiful with age, telling the story of your garden through its ever-changing surface.
Modern Square Tapered Design
The contemporary square tapered shape features clean geometric lines that taper elegantly from base to top, creating dynamic visual interest and modern appeal. Water bubbles up from the center and cascades over the rim in a mesmerizing display, creating soothing sounds and captivating visual movement. The angular form creates beautiful shadow play throughout the day and provides strong architectural definition in softened landscapes. This design bridges traditional brass craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics, making it perfect for both modern and transitional garden styles.
Three Complete Kit Sizes - Everything Included
30" Tapered Square Brass Urn Complete Kit - Model ABBSSV30K -
Perfect for medium gardens and contemporary water features
- Urn Height: 30 inches
- Urn Dimensions: Approximately 15" W × 15" D (square tapered)
- Urn Weight: Approximately 35lbs
- Material: Solid brass construction
- Finish: Natural brass with developing aqua patina
- Ideal For: Medium gardens, modern patios, contemporary landscapes, residential features
Complete 30" Kit Includes:
- 30" solid brass square tapered urn
- Professional-grade basin system
- 800GPH Mag Drive Pump
- Flow control valve
- Complete plumbing and tubing
- Decorative pebbles for basin cover
- Installation hardware and instructions
36" Tapered Square Brass Urn Complete Kit - Model ABBSSV36K -
Ideal for larger water features and architectural focal points
- Urn Height: 36 inches
- Urn Dimensions: Approximately 18" W × 18" D (square tapered)
- Urn Weight: Approximately 48.5lbs
- Material: Solid brass construction
- Finish: Natural brass with developing aqua patina
- Ideal For: Large gardens, estate landscapes, commercial installations, statement features
Complete 36" Kit Includes:
- 36" solid brass square tapered urn
- Professional-grade basin system (larger capacity)
- 800GPH Mag Drive Pump
- Flow control valve
- Complete plumbing and tubing
- Decorative pebbles for basin cover
- Installation hardware and instructions
42" Tapered Square Brass Urn Complete Kit - Model ABBSSV42K -
Makes a bold statement in expansive contemporary landscapes
- Urn Height: 42 inches
- Urn Dimensions: Approximately 21" W × 21" D (square tapered)
- Urn Weight: Approximately 64lbs
- Material: Solid brass construction
- Finish: Natural brass with developing aqua patina
- Ideal For: Estate landscapes, resort settings, grand entryways, commercial projects, maximum architectural impact
Complete 42" Kit Includes:
- 42" solid brass square tapered urn
- Professional-grade basin system (maximum capacity)
- 800GPH Mag Drive Pump
- Flow control valve
- Complete plumbing and tubing
- Decorative pebbles for basin cover
- Installation hardware and instructions
Key Features:
- Complete turnkey fountain kits - everything included
- Authentic solid brass urns develop stunning aqua-blue patina
- Modern square tapered silhouette with clean geometric lines
- Three size options to suit any landscape scale
- Professional basin systems sized for each urn
- High-performance pumps matched to urn size
- Adjustable flow control valves for customized water speed
- Decorative pebbles included for professional finishing
- Living finish that evolves with the seasons
- Substantial weight ensures stability and presence
- Contemporary design complements modern landscapes
- Each piece develops one-of-a-kind character
- Premium quality construction for generations of use
The Beauty of Aqua Brass Patina:
The aqua-blue verdigris patina that develops on brass is one of nature's most beautiful finishes. When first installed, your urn will display warm golden brass tones. As it's exposed to air, moisture, and the elements, a transformation begins. The brass will develop deeper bronze tones and eventually show stunning blue-green aqua accents, similar to aged copper or the Statue of Liberty. This patina process is completely natural and actually protects the underlying brass from corrosion. The constant water flow from the fountain accelerates and enhances patina development, creating rich color variations across the urn's surface. Each urn develops its own unique patina pattern based on water flow, climate, and environmental conditions.
Square Tapered Design Advantage:
The square tapered shape brings contemporary, architectural elegance to your landscape. Unlike round urns that have a traditional, classical appearance, the square shape with its clean geometric lines creates modern sophistication. The taper (wider at the base, narrower at the top) adds dynamic visual interest and makes the urn appear taller and more elegant. The angular form creates beautiful shadow play throughout the day and provides strong definition in softened landscapes. The square footprint also provides excellent stability while the tapered design keeps the visual weight balanced and refined.
Complete Kit Advantage:
Unlike purchasing fountain components separately, these complete kits take the guesswork out of creating a professional water feature. Each kit includes components that are perfectly matched and sized to work together: the basin is appropriately sized for the urn footprint to catch all water, the pump is correctly rated (GPH) for optimal water flow through that specific urn size, the plumbing and tubing are the right lengths and diameters, and decorative pebbles are included in the proper quantity to conceal the basin. This ensures optimal performance, professional appearance, and eliminates the trial-and-error of component matching.
Perfect For:
- Contemporary and modern landscapes
- Transitional garden designs
- Architectural water features
- Urban and rooftop gardens
- Minimalist and zen garden styles
- Courtyard and patio focal points
- Resort and hospitality installations
- Commercial landscape projects
- Entryways and statement features
- Outdoor living and entertainment spaces
- Mixed material landscapes (metal, stone, wood)
- Standalone fountain features
Installation Overview:
Each complete kit is designed for straightforward professional installation. The basin is buried at ground level and filled with water. The brass urn sits on top of the basin (supported by the basin cover or grate). The pump sits inside the basin and pumps water up through tubing to the urn, where it bubbles out the top and cascades over the rim back into the basin. The flow control valve allows you to adjust water speed to achieve your desired visual and auditory effect. Decorative pebbles conceal the basin edge and create a finished, professional appearance. The square footprint provides excellent stability and precise positioning.
Professional Installation Recommended:
While each kit includes all necessary components and detailed instructions, professional installation is recommended due to the substantial weight of the brass urns (95-155 lbs) and to ensure proper basin excavation and leveling, correct urn positioning and stability, optimal plumbing configuration, safe electrical connections for the pump, and long-term performance. Professional installation protects your investment and ensures your fountain operates beautifully for years to come.
Care and Maintenance:
Brass urns require minimal maintenance. The natural aqua patina development is part of the fountain's charm and requires no special care. If you wish to maintain or restore the bright brass finish, periodically clean with brass polish and apply a protective sealant. For natural patina development, simply allow the aging process to occur naturally. Regular fountain maintenance includes cleaning the pump intake screen, maintaining proper water levels in the basin, using fountain water treatment to prevent algae, and checking that water flow remains optimal. In freezing climates, drain the urn and basin completely and remove the pump for indoor storage during winter months. The brass urn itself can remain outdoors year-round.
Shipping and Handling:
Due to the substantial weight and value of solid brass construction plus complete kit components, commercial freight shipping is required. Each kit is carefully packaged to prevent damage during transit. Delivery typically requires a loading dock or forklift, or several people to safely unload. The investment in a complete brass urn fountain kit ensures a water feature that will grace your landscape for generations, becoming a treasured element that increases in beauty and character over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes the square tapered design different from round urns?
A: The square tapered design offers a completely different aesthetic than traditional round urns. While round urns have a classical, timeless appearance, the square tapered shape brings contemporary, architectural elegance to your landscape. The clean geometric lines create modern sophistication that works beautifully in contemporary gardens, urban spaces, and transitional designs. The taper (wider at the base, narrower at the top) adds dynamic visual interest and makes the urn appear taller and more elegant than a straight-sided design. The angular form creates beautiful shadow play throughout the day and provides strong architectural definition. The square footprint also provides excellent stability and allows for precise positioning in formal layouts. If you're looking for a fountain that makes a bold, modern statement while still offering the timeless beauty of brass, the square tapered design is the perfect choice.
Q: What's included in the complete kit and why is it better than buying components separately?
A: Each complete kit includes everything you need for a professional fountain installation: the solid brass square tapered urn in your chosen size, a professional-grade basin system appropriately sized for that urn, a high-performance pump correctly rated (GPH) for optimal water flow through that specific urn size, a flow control valve for adjusting water speed, complete plumbing and tubing in the right lengths and diameters, decorative pebbles in the proper quantity to conceal the basin, and detailed installation instructions. The complete kit offers significant advantages: all components are perfectly matched and sized to work together, it's more cost-effective than buying components individually, it eliminates guesswork and potential compatibility issues, everything arrives together so you're not waiting for multiple shipments, and you get a turnkey fountain solution that's ready for professional installation. You won't discover you're missing a critical component or that parts don't fit together properly.
Q: How does the aqua patina develop and what will it look like?
A: The aqua patina is a stunning blue-green verdigris finish that naturally develops on brass when exposed to moisture and air. When first installed, your urn will have warm golden brass tones. Over weeks and months, the brass will develop deeper bronze colors and eventually show beautiful aqua-blue and turquoise accents, similar to the Statue of Liberty or aged copper roofs. This patina is caused by a natural chemical reaction between the copper in brass and environmental elements. The constant water flow from the fountain accelerates this process and creates rich color variations - areas with more water exposure typically develop more pronounced aqua tones. In humid climates, you may see initial changes within 2-4 weeks, with pronounced patina developing over 3-6 months. In drier climates, it may take 6-12 months. The patina is protective and permanent, ensuring your urn becomes more beautiful with age. Each urn develops unique coloring based on your specific climate and water chemistry.
Q: Which size kit should I choose for my space?
A: The 30" kit ($2,499.99) is perfect for medium-sized gardens, modern patios, and contemporary landscapes. With a 15"×15" footprint and 30" height, it provides substantial presence without overwhelming spaces up to 300 square feet. This is our most popular size for residential modern landscapes. The 36" kit ($2,799.99) offers increased architectural impact for larger gardens, estate landscapes, and commercial installations. With an 18"×18" footprint and 36" height, it creates commanding presence in spaces 300-500 square feet and works well as a major focal point. The 42" kit ($3,349.99) is our largest option, creating bold, dramatic presence ideal for expansive estate landscapes, resort settings, or when you want maximum visual impact. With a 21"×21" footprint and 42" height, it's perfect for spaces 500+ square feet. Consider both your available space and the visual weight you want the fountain to carry. The square tapered design provides strong architectural presence, so even the smaller sizes make a significant impact.
Q: Can I prevent the aqua patina if I prefer the bright brass look?
A: Yes, you can maintain the bright golden brass finish by regularly cleaning and polishing the urn with brass cleaner and applying a protective clear coat sealant designed for outdoor brass. This will need to be repeated every few months depending on your climate and water exposure. However, fighting the natural patina process requires ongoing maintenance effort. Many people initially prefer bright brass but come to love the aqua patina as it develops, finding it adds depth, character, and unique beauty that bright brass cannot achieve. The aqua-blue verdigris is highly prized and is considered the signature look of aged brass water features, especially in contemporary settings where the blue-green tones create stunning contrast. We recommend allowing the natural patina to develop for the most stunning and maintenance-free finish, but the choice is yours.
Q: Is installation difficult and what's involved?
A: While the complete kit includes everything needed and detailed instructions, we strongly recommend professional installation. The process involves excavating a hole for the basin (depth and diameter vary by kit size), leveling and positioning the basin, filling the basin with water, placing the pump inside the basin, running plumbing from the pump up through the basin cover to the urn, positioning the brass urn on top of the basin (this requires careful handling due to 95-155 lb weight), ensuring the urn is level and properly aligned, connecting the electrical supply to the pump (GFCI outlet required), adjusting the flow control valve, and concealing the basin edge with decorative pebbles. Professional installers have the equipment to safely handle the heavy brass urn, ensure proper leveling and stability (critical for square urns), and make safe electrical connections. The investment in professional installation protects both you and your fountain investment.
Q: Will the brass urn survive freezing winters?
A: Yes, the solid brass urn is extremely durable and can remain outdoors year-round in all climates. Brass is highly resistant to freeze-thaw cycles and will not crack or deteriorate from cold temperatures. However, you must properly winterize the fountain system before freezing weather. Completely drain all water from the urn and basin - water left inside can freeze and potentially damage the pump and plumbing. Remove the pump and store it indoors in a dry location for the winter. Ensure the basin is completely empty. The brass urn can stay in place and will continue to develop its beautiful aqua patina through the winter months. In spring, simply reinstall the pump, refill the system, and enjoy your fountain again. The urn may develop even more beautiful character after weathering through winter.
Q: How does the square tapered urn look in different landscape styles?
A: The square tapered brass urn is remarkably versatile and works beautifully in multiple landscape styles. In contemporary and modern landscapes, the clean geometric lines and angular form create perfect architectural harmony with modern hardscaping, minimalist plantings, and contemporary outdoor furniture. In transitional gardens that blend traditional and modern elements, the square shape provides modern structure while the brass material and patina add timeless elegance. In urban and rooftop gardens, the vertical tapered form maximizes impact in limited space while the industrial-chic brass finish complements urban architecture. Even in more traditional settings, the square tapered urn can serve as a striking focal point that adds contemporary contrast and visual interest. The developing aqua patina softens the geometric lines over time, creating a beautiful balance between modern form and organic aging. The key is ensuring the surrounding landscape can support the fountain's strong architectural presence.
Note: Natural brass patina development varies based on climate, water chemistry, and environmental conditions. Each urn will develop unique aqua-blue coloring and character over time. Actual finish will vary from photos shown. Commercial freight shipping required for all complete kits.