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Cast Iron Piglet Troughs- Reclaimed
£100.00 – £120.00 Excl. VAT
Cast Iron Piglet Troughs- Reclaimed
These reclaimed cast iron piglet troughs bring a piece of rural history into any garden or outdoor setting. These cast iron troughs are antiques, showing their age with surface rust, discolouration, and traces of mortar. Their rustic appearance adds depth and texture to outdoor spaces, filled with trailing plants or herbs, or as patio edging to define a space.
Please note, due to the nature of production, the age of the items and process of reclamation, there are likely to be defects and wear marks. This includes colour variation, varying defects, size differences and other variations.
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Description
Cast Iron Piglet Troughs- Reclaimed
These reclaimed cast iron piglet troughs bring a piece of rural history into any garden or outdoor setting. Once essential in agricultural life, these troughs fed young pigs efficiently and fairly. Each one features moulded separators and a central divider, ensuring every piglet got its share without crowding.
Cast iron has been used in farming since the 18th century. Its strength, durability, and resistance to wear made it ideal for tough, everyday use. Easily moulded into strong yet detailed forms, this made it perfect for agricultural equipment like troughs, wheels, and machinery parts.
These cast iron piglet troughs are antiques, showing their age with surface rust, discolouration, and traces of mortar. They were once bedded firmly into pigsties across the country. As a result, no two are identical—each has its own quirks of design, reflecting different regions and manufacturers. We offer two sizes, small and large, with the largest measuring 92cm long and weighing 30kg.
Although no longer suited for agricultural use, they’re perfect for garden features. Indeed, their rustic appearance adds depth and texture to outdoor spaces. Use them as planters filled with trailing plants or herbs, or as patio edging to define a space. Furthermore, the weight of each piece ensures stability in any location.
Weathered Beauty of Cast Iron
Cast iron is naturally suited to outdoor use. It weathers beautifully, developing a patina that blends well with planting and stonework. Despite the rust, the structural integrity of these cast iron piglet troughs remains intact. Their industrial quality gives them new life as functional garden pieces.
Reclaimed agricultural items like these help reduce waste and preserve objects made to last. They offer an alternative to mass-produced garden décor, bringing something with real substance and history. Repurposing these cast iron piglet troughs adds interest while supporting sustainability. With their sturdy build and aged surfaces, these cast iron troughs suit gardens looking for texture, weight, and a story.
Raise with reclaimed bricks to provide height and lift the base above rain soaked paving.
