teel can be used to create crisp lines, clear structure and striking focal points in a garden. We plan and install steel elements that complement planting and materials – from subtle edging to bold features.
Our steel element services
- Bed edging and borders
- Steps, edging profiles and level separators
- Planters, screens and bespoke steel features
- Weathering steel (Corten) and other finishes
- Integration with stone, timber and planting
- Professional installation and stable foundations
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Our Expertise and Many Years of Experience
High-quality design must be supported by precise technical execution. Correct material thicknesses, child-safe edge radii, appropriate post spacing, concealed fixings and professional installation ensure that every steel element withstands wind loads and everyday use.
For planter frames, we carefully consider drainage openings, ventilation and a site-appropriate layered build-up to promote healthy plant growth and long-term durability. Corten steel is installed in a way that allows the patina to develop in a controlled manner; where required, we protect adjacent surfaces from potential staining. Powder-coated finishes are colour-matched to complement the house and garden, providing a durable, low-maintenance solution.
The result is technically sound, long-lasting steelwork that combines safety, functionality and architectural clarity.
Steel Elements for Businesses and Municipalities
In commercial and public environments, steel elements provide orientation, protection and a clear visual identity. Thoughtfully designed steel structures contribute to both safety and cohesive outdoor design.
We design and install:
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Perimeter edging, seating edges, planters and forecourts in a consistent design language
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Robust privacy and functional walls, for example enclosures for technical equipment or waste management areas
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Guidance systems and spatial dividers for outdoor areas, break zones and communal spaces
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Modular, vandal-resistant solutions including maintenance and retrofit services
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Close collaboration with planners and authorities – compliant, safe and built for long-term performance
Our expertise in architectural steelwork and landscape-integrated metal elements ensures durable, low-maintenance and visually refined solutions for commercial properties and public institutions.
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Interested in steel accents for your garden? Contact us – we’ll advise you and develop a suitable concept.
Your gardening experts in Herrliberg
Contact us for a no-obligation consultation at your premises.
Tel: 044 915 24 34
Email: info@bontgartenbau.ch
Our team is here to help.
