A pair of little troughs worn to a soft, chippy white.
Lucie is a set of two oval trough planters in metal, finished in a distressed white that has chipped and worn back to show darker tones and rust beneath. Each has a pair of looped handles at the ends and small ball feet, the look of an old tin tub softened by years of use.
The larger trough is 45 cm long and the smaller 36 cm, so they sit together or apart. Plant them with succulents, herbs, or trailing greenery, line them along a sill or a sideboard, or use them on a covered patio. They come as a pair.
Why we love it
◆A set of two in different sizes, ready to group together or place apart.
◆A chippy, distressed white finish over metal, worn back to rust and darker tones for a salvaged look.
◆Handles and ball feet, the details that give them the look of old tin tubs.
◆At home indoors or under cover outside, planted with succulents, herbs, or trailing greenery.
Dimensions & Details
Large trough
45 x 19.5 x 17 cm
Small trough
36 x 16 x 14 cm
Set
Two planters
Weight
approx 1.7 kg the set
Material
Metal
Finish
Distressed white, worn and chipped
Style
French Provincial · rustic · vintage
Suitable for
Indoor or covered outdoor use
How to style it
A few ways to use them:
Plant them with succulents or herbs and line them along a windowsill or sideboard, then browse the rest of our planters.
Use the smaller trough on a table as a centrepiece and the larger on the floor or a bench.
Fill them with potted herbs in the kitchen, or with trailing greenery beside a mirror.
Stylist's Tip
Drop a plastic liner or small inner pots inside rather than planting straight in. It keeps soil and water off the metal and lets you swap the planting whenever you like.
Care & Keeping
Wipe with a soft dry cloth. The pair is finished to look aged, so the chips, worn paint, and rust tones are part of the look. Keep them dry indoors, or use them in a covered outdoor spot. Use inner pots or a liner for planting, and bring them under cover in long wet spells if you want to slow the ageing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planters do I get?
Two. Lucie is sold as a set, a larger trough at 45 cm and a smaller one at 36 cm.
Can I use them indoors and outdoors?
Both. They suit indoor styling or a covered outdoor spot. Left fully in the weather, the finish will keep ageing.
Are the rust and chips a fault?
No, they are part of the finish. The pair is made to look like old, well-used tin troughs, so the worn paint and rust tones are intended.
Can I plant straight into them?
We suggest a liner or inner pots so soil and water stay off the metal. It also keeps water from sitting in the base and makes the planting easy to change.
Will mine look exactly like the photos?
Each piece is finished by hand to look aged, so the chips, worn paint, and rust tones fall differently on every one. No two match exactly.
Because the Lucie set is hand-finished to an aged look, variations in the distressing, worn paint, and rust tones are natural and part of the character of each piece. Colour may also vary slightly between screens, all photography is taken in natural light.
SHIPPING & RETURNS
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RETURNS We expect you’ll love your purchases. On the off chance you don’t, we’re pleased to offer a refund or exchange.
We offer Returns on full-priced undamaged items within 100 days of purchase.
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100-Day Money Back Guarantee◆Free Replacement If It Arrives Damaged◆Shipped From Sydney◆Delivery Insured Free◆Rated 4.98 by 4,566 Customers◆
100-Day Money Back Guarantee◆Free Replacement If It Arrives Damaged◆Shipped From Sydney◆Delivery Insured Free◆Rated 4.98 by 4,566 Customers◆
Got Questions?
We've got answers
What happens if my piece arrives damaged?
Every order is packed with care and insurance cover, but if anything arrives damaged, send us a photo as soon as possible and we'll arrange a replacement. No need to return the damaged piece.
Will my piece look exactly like the photos?
Very close, but expect small variations. Patina depth, paint distress and metal ageing will differ slightly from unit to unit.
Where do you ship from and how long does delivery take?
All Château Living orders ship from our Bribie Island warehouse in Queensland. Standard delivery is 3-7 business days, with tracking sent to your inbox the moment your order leaves us.
What if it doesn't suit my space when it arrives?
You're covered by our 100-Day Money Back Guarantee. If a piece doesn't suit your space, return it within 100 days of delivery for a full refund. We want every Château piece to feel like it was made for your home.
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