Why You Should Choose Fibreglass Pots for Your Plants

When you have indoor and outdoor landscapes in your hotel, restaurant, or office, you not only improve the aesthetics of the place but also provide a more inviting ambience for your clients. But before you can reap these benefits, you must first ensure that you create the right environment for plants to thrive.

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Pots act as homes for plants. Just as your environment influences your growth and well-being, the right pot can give a plant the space, support, and nutrients it needs to grow and be healthy.

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There are many types of plant containers out there, but only a few can match the benefits fibreglass pots offer. In this guide, we’ll show you how these plant pots can provide the best environment for plants in indoor and outdoor landscapes.

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What Are Fibreglass Pots?

To thoroughly explain what fibreglass pots are, we must first know how fibreglass is made.

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Also called GRP (glass-reinforced plastic), fibreglass is manufactured from melted minerals, such as silica sand, dolomite, or kaolin clay. After melting, the still-liquid glass is forced through tiny brushings to create ultra-lightweight fibres called filaments. Filaments are then interwoven together using resin, giving the material its durability.

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Because fibreglass is cast in resin, it can take the shape of various pot styles with the use of different moulds. That means it can be made just the right size to accommodate various plant sizes while ensuring it fits any exterior or interior landscape design.

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Once hardened, the pots are removed from the mould, sanded, and painted with primer and paint to get the desired finish.

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High-quality, well-crafted fibreglass lightweight pots have no fillers, are seamless and smooth. You won’t find any bumps or imperfections on the surface unless the design is intended to make them look that way.

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Paying attention to the quality of fibreglass trough planters used in your landscape will help you make the most of your greenscape investment.

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Advantages of Using Fibreglass Pots Over Traditional Pots

This section covers the advantages of fibreglass garden pots and why commercial landscape maintenance professionals prefer them over their traditional counterparts.

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Durability and Longevity

Durability is crucial for pots, especially those used in outdoor landscapes. This is where fibreglass pots shine.

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Because of the materials and process employed to make them, these planters can withstand extreme weather conditions like the hot desert climate in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Middle East. Fibreglass pots won’t easily fade, deteriorate, or warp like most plastic pots, even when exposed to the sun for extended periods.

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They are also impact-resistant, making them a great choice for places that experience sandstorms versus clay, ceramic, or concrete pots.

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Lightweight and Easy to Handle

It is difficult – not to mention risky – to move heavy pots around when redoing an indoor garden or outdoor landscape. In fact, doing so can lead to back pain, sprains, or even serious musculoskeletal disorders.

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Because fibreglass planters are lightweight, they can be moved around without much effort. This can prove beneficial, especially for commercial spaces that require occasional layout changes, reducing labour costs and costly damage during handling.

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Low Maintenance

Fibreglass pots are so easy to clean and maintain that they can be considered a plant-and-go type of planter.

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Unlike ceramic, clay, or concrete pots, they don’t require regular sealing or any form of special treatment. They won't rot or leach chemicals either.

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Aesthetic Appeal

The process of making fibreglass pots makes them easy to customise.

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Based on your specific requirements, they can be moulded and painted to match your interior design or outdoor landscape. It’s also possible to give these planters specific textures and finishes to suit the aesthetic style of your hotel, cafe, or office.

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For example, if you want something sleek and modern, smooth-finished GRP pots in geometric shapes are the way to go. If you’re going for a timeless look, our fibreglass planters can also be painted a classic terracotta or neutral colour to suit the surroundings.

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Eco-Friendly Option

Some people think fibreglass plant containers are not environmentally friendly when it’s actually the opposite. These planters are actually quite suitable for eco-conscious companies seeking to reduce their carbon footprint.

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Besides its low-impact manufacturing, fibreglass lasts much longer than most plastics, which means fewer replacements and less waste. In fact, our GRP pots at Planters are manufactured using recycled materials. They can also be recycled for further use.

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Cost Effectiveness

Can you imagine the number of broken clay or concrete pots after a sandstorm in the UAE? Not only can such accidents cause stress, but they can also cost businesses a ton of money.

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Fibreglass pots are excellent long-term investments because they are durable, even under adverse conditions. They also require less maintenance and don’t need to be replaced frequently, making them a cost-effective choice for businesses who want a greener commercial space.

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‍Best Uses of Fibreglass Pots in Commercial Spaces

‍GRP planters are built to outlast almost any other pot in the market. Below are some of their best uses in commercial spaces:

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Interior Design Applications

Fibreglass pots are perfect for elevating the look and feel of commercial landscapes. They are built to withstand wear and tear from heavy foot traffic and even curious hands. If recommended by your indoor landscape contractor in Dubai, they can also be manufactured without drainage holes to protect the floors from moisture.

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GRP planters work particularly well in hotel lobbies, corporate conference rooms, and restaurant dining areas. 

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Check out our custom plant containers made for Marriott The Palm in Jumeirah for some inspiration

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‍Outdoor Applications

Large round fibreglass planters are essential for incorporating trees and other big plants into spaces with concrete floors.

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Thanks to the automotive-grade paint typically used to finish them, these pots won’t get damaged or discoloured easily, even under extended sun exposure. This makes them suitable for hotel room terraces, building entrance ways, and patios.

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Want to see how these plant containers look in an outdoor luxury lounge? Check out how we enhanced the ambience at AURA SKYPOOL in Dubai

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‍Custom Branding

Bespoke fibreglass planters can also help with brand recall. Since they can be painted or finished with different textures and colours, they can be made to match your brand’s unique aesthetic.

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Custom-designed GRP pots also make for excellent statement pieces that add interest and draw attention to commercial spaces. Here’s a perfect example from one of our projects for a VIP lounge

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‍A Pot for Every Space

Fibreglass pots are perfect for commercial landscapes because of their durability, aesthetic quality, and cost-effectiveness. With customisable options available, you will surely find the most suitable pots for your establishment.

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Explore our selection of fibreglass plant containers or contact us for all of your landscaping needs.