All of our statues are manufactured right here in New Zealand. Our factory is based in Waltham Road, Christchurch.
The process begins by creating an original design and then sculpting it. The mould is taken using the highest quality materials available to maintain 100% of the original details. On completion of the mould the reproductions are ready to be manufactured. All hand-made individually, the statuary is cast. With attention to detail, each article is hand finished, ready for your enjoyment. Due to the nature of the manufacturing process of cement based products by hand, all articles will vary slightly. Customers can expect some slight variations in colour and uniformity. Such variations are within manufacturers tolerances and in no way reflect an inferior product and does in fact create a truly individual piece of art.
The degree in which the statuary weathers will vary depending on the situation it is placed in. A shady, damp spot will obviously cause more moss and mold and aging to occur on the article than a position in full sun. Consideration should also be given to placement of fountains and water features and birdbaths which hold water, as this can attract algae and mold growth.
Whilst natural aging can have a desirable effect on the sculptures as the aging develops character and appeal to the garden, some people prefer the “like new” finish. If you prefer your statues to remain looking like new, then a silicone sealer can be applied. This is not usually recommended by Creative Castings, as we believe a better alternative is simply washing down the statuary when required with water and a soft brush.