Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our furniture design, custom manufacturing, international exports, materials, and trade partnerships.
What types of projects does the Gardenalia studio take on?
The studio supports garden range planning, recycled iron collection development, trade and bulk requirements, retail and gifting enquiries, custom figures and private label projects. Buyers can start from the collection, a reference image or a new idea, each reviewed around design, metal, finish and quantity.
Do you offer custom iron development?
Custom requirements can be reviewed where an existing collection piece does not meet the brief. Share the animal, size, finish, metal preference, quantity and reference so the development options can be confirmed before sampling.
Which iron décor products do you make?
Gardenalia’s current range spans animal and farm figurines, birds and roosters, coastal and aquatic pieces, pets and small animals, insects and butterflies, whimsical characters, bottle and fence toppers, hanging garden ornaments, planters and planter holders, wall accents, tea light and votive holders, and Christmas and Easter collectibles.
What is your minimum order quantity?
MOQ is confirmed according to the design, quantity, metal and any customization involved. A stock bottle topper, a painted rooster and a large elephant have very different production needs, so the minimum for each item is stated clearly in your quote.
Do you provide samples before a larger order?
Sample requests can be discussed for selected designs and qualifying commercial enquiries. Samples are useful for checking size, weight, finish, welds and overall character before you place a larger trade order.
What metals and finishes can be selected?
The Gardenalia range is made from recycled iron, with mild steel, aluminium, corten or reclaimed metal for selected custom projects. Finishes like rust, antique, patina, powder coating and hand painting are confirmed in writing.
What are your lead times?
Lead times depend on the selected designs, quantities, availability, customization, finish, sampling and destination. Gardenalia confirms a lead time in each quote, so plan spring orders early and share the date your stock needs to arrive in store.
Which countries do you export to?
Gardenalia welcomes trade enquiries from buyers around the world. Include your destination country when you enquire, and the available freight options, commercial terms and delivery responsibilities for that market will be confirmed before any order is placed or paid for.
How do you maintain consistency in handmade iron?
Consistency begins with an approved sample and clear expectations for metal, size, finish, form and welds. Handmade iron will still show small differences in posture, welds and patina from piece to piece. Those differences are part of what makes it handmade, while size, finish and construction should stay consistent with the approved sample across the order.
Who can apply to become a Gardenalia trade partner?
Gardenalia trade enquiries suit garden centres, nurseries, wholesalers, gift shops, farm shops, homeware stores, online sellers, gifting teams, landscapers, importers and commercial buyers sourcing handmade iron décor for resale or gifting.
How does the trade order process work?
Start by sharing the collections or designs you need, your quantity, destination and the date your stock must arrive in store. Gardenalia then confirms the product details, finishes, sample availability, commercial terms, lead time, packing and shipping arrangements in writing, so you can review and approve everything before production begins.