{"product_id":"atlantic-water-gardens-18-natural-basalt-column","title":"Atlantic Water Gardens 18\" Natural Basalt Column","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAuthentic Volcanic Stone Water Feature\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Atlantic Water Gardens 18-inch natural basalt column is a pre-drilled volcanic stone column for pond and garden water feature installations. Basalt's dense, naturally dark finish and columnar fracture pattern make it one of the most elegant materials for a bubbling stone or pondless waterfall feature — the water wells up through the drilled core and sheets over the natural stone surface, creating an organic, naturalistic effect that synthetic materials cannot replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal Stone, Not Cast Resin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural basalt columns are quarried and cut from actual volcanic rock — every piece is unique in its surface texture, banding, and columnar joint pattern. Unlike cast resin imitations, genuine basalt develops a rich, dark patina when continuously wetted, enhancing the depth and colour of the stone's natural finish over time. The basalt is pre-drilled through its centre to accept standard 3\/4-inch or 1-inch supply tubing from a pump vault or fountain basin below, making installation straightforward without stone masonry skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46 cm (18\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural quarried basalt — genuine volcanic stone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Drill\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-drilled for 3\/4\"–1\" supply tubing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended Pump\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMD350–MD750 for gentle bubble; MD1000+ for sheet effect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse With\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFountain basin, pump vault, or Eco-Blox reservoir\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Install\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet the basalt column on a stable, level base in a fountain basin or over an Eco-Blox reservoir. Thread supply tubing from the pump up through the pre-drilled core. Adjust pump flow to achieve the desired water effect — low flow produces a gentle welling bubble; higher flow creates a sheeting effect down the column sides. Pair with additional basalt columns using an Eco-Rise diverter for a multi-column grouping. Safe for koi ponds — basalt is non-toxic and chemically inert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for naturalistic Canadian pond and garden water features where authentic stone aesthetic is the design priority.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Atlantic Water Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52698571964735,"sku":"ROCK-AT18","price":497.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/8260\/9215\/files\/atlantic-water-gardens-decorative-features-default-title-atlantic-water-gardens-18-natural-basalt-column-43287392911679.webp?v=1776379943","url":"https:\/\/pondsonline.ca\/products\/atlantic-water-gardens-18-natural-basalt-column","provider":"Ponds Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}