Installation Option 1 - Ground Spike

For creatures designed to live directly in soil, lawn, or pots.

Simply push the built-in spike into the earth until secure.

Animals with ground spikes:
Puffin, Heron, Seal, Frog, Red Fox, Red Squirrel, Hare, Rabbit, Hedgehog, Otter

Installation Option 2 - Wall & Fence Mount

For sculptures that can be fixed vertically to walls or fences.

  • Supplied with wood screws and spacers; wall plugs may be required for plaster or masonry.
  • Optional 10mm spacers may also be included for added depth.
  • Install as you would hang a picture frame — quick, simple, secure.

Animals with wall & fence mount:
Owl, Crab, Curlew, Pheasant, Kingfisher, Dolphin, Salmon, Seahorse

Installation option 3 - Flying & Jumping Animals

For dynamic creatures designed with flexibility:

  1. Wall & Fence Mount – Securely fix to a wall or fence.
  2. Shepherd’s Crook Bar – Slot the sculpture over a steel bar (sold separately). The bar stakes into your garden or a planter; the sculpture rests neatly on the hook, giving the illusion of flying or leaping above your space.

Animals with both options:
Curlew, Pheasant, Kingfisher, Dolphin, Salmon, Seahorse

Installation and Care

Care & Keeping of Your Wild Kin

Your Wild Irish Kin sculptures are designed to live happily in gardens, patios, balconies, and even indoors. Here’s how to install them securely and keep them looking their best.

Outdoor Display

Your sculpture is safe outdoors year-round, but a little care will keep it at its best:

  • Place in a well-ventilated location.

  • Avoid prolonged contact with constantly damp soil or standing water beneath the piece.

  • Wipe occasionally with a soft, dry cloth to keep the sealed surface clean.

Indoor Display

Yes — they’re at home indoors too.

  • The rusted patina is sealed, so it won’t flake or stain under normal conditions.

  • Keep away from damp surfaces or fabrics that could trap moisture.

  • Dust gently with a dry or very lightly damp cloth.

Care & Maintenance

  • Each sculpture is finished through a controlled rusting process to achieve its rich patina, then sealed with a professional-grade clear oil.

  • Our creatures may be wild, but they’re not left to the elements — each one is treated with Owatrol® Oil, a professional rust protector trusted worldwide for outdoor metalwork, keeping them strong and beautiful in every season.

  • Over time, the colour may deepen or shift subtly — this is part of the natural beauty of mild steel.

  • Reapply a clear outdoor metal sealant once every 1–2 years if your sculpture is exposed to harsh conditions.

Natural Evolution

Every Wild Irish Kin is unique.

  • Surface tone, rust patterns, and markings will vary naturally.

  • Minor changes in tone or texture over the years add to the individuality of each piece.

Important Notes

  • Edges are smoothed for safety, though some may retain a slight rawness due to the handmade process.

  • Decorative use only — not a toy.

  • Handle with care when installing or moving.

With just a little care, your Wild Irish Kin will become a long-lasting companion in your garden or home — evolving gracefully with the seasons, just like the Irish wildlife that inspired them.