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Rosara Black Limestone 72cm Polished Babbling Bowl Water Feature

Name: WaterFeatures
Address: Palatine Street, Denton, Manchester, M34 3LY
Telephone: 0161 375 1235
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Aqua Moda Rosara / Natural Black Limestone

Rosara Black Limestone 72cm Polished Babbling Bowl Water Feature

A substantial hand-carved black limestone bowl with a broad polished surface and a calm, understated bubbling water effect.

Measuring approximately 72cm across and 20cm high, this is one of the most substantial natural-stone bowls within the Rosara collection. Its wide, low profile gives the feature strong visual presence without introducing unnecessary height.

Water rises gently from the centre before spreading across the polished bowl and flowing over the outer edge. As the limestone becomes wet, its naturally dark grey colouring intensifies towards a much richer, near-black appearance.

At approximately 120kg, this is a genuine piece of substantial natural stone designed to create a permanent focal point within a landscaped garden, courtyard or larger patio.

At a glance

72cm Approx. bowl diameter

20cm Approx. bowl height

Approx. 120kg Solid natural stone

Black Limestone Genuine natural stone

Polished Surface Smooth bowl and upper face

90cm Reservoir Hidden underground

Approx. 150L Reservoir capacity

LED Lighting Included

Large-scale black limestone with a calm, architectural water effect. 72cm natural stone bowl / Polished surface / Near-black when wet

Why choose the 72cm Rosara?

A low-profile natural stone feature with genuine statement scale.

The larger diameter gives the water more surface area to move across, while the restrained bowl form keeps the overall effect calm and architectural.

01 / 72CM SCALE

Broad enough to become a focal point

The substantial diameter gives the bowl greater visual presence than the smaller Rosara designs while retaining a low, understated profile.

02 / POLISHED LIMESTONE

Refined natural stone

The smooth polished upper surface gives the limestone a cleaner, more architectural finish and creates stronger reflections as water moves across the stone.

03 / DARK WHEN WET

Water transforms the stone

Black limestone becomes considerably richer once wet, shifting from softer charcoal tones towards a deeper near-black appearance.

The Rosara water effect

Broad, calm movement across polished natural stone.

Water rises gently through the centre of the bowl and spreads across the polished limestone surface.

The wide diameter allows the water to form a shallow moving layer before reaching the perimeter and spilling naturally over the edge.

Rather than relying on height or a forceful jet, the effect comes from the contrast between smooth dark stone, gentle movement and changing reflections.

Central bubbling Water rises gently through the centre of the bowl.

Broad surface movement The 72cm diameter provides a generous area for water to spread.

Natural edge cascade Water spills quietly over the perimeter before returning below.

Dark wet-stone finish Flowing water deepens the limestone towards a rich near-black.

Genuine black limestone

Natural stone with a cleaner, more refined finish.

Black limestone is a natural sedimentary stone with subtle variations in grain, tone and markings from one piece to another.

The polished upper surface gives this Rosara a more architectural character than a completely rugged stone bowl, while still retaining the individuality and weight of genuine natural material.

When dry, the limestone displays softer charcoal and dark grey tones. Once covered in water, the colour becomes much deeper and richer, providing a dramatic background for the moving surface.

Every Rosara is naturally individual

Exact stone colour, grain, markings and subtle dimensional variations will differ between bowls. These differences are part of the appeal of choosing genuine natural limestone.

Statement scale, restrained height

A substantial focal point that doesn't block the garden.

The Rosara's approximately 72cm diameter gives it enough scale to hold its own within larger spaces, but at only around 20cm high the stone remains deliberately low.

This makes it particularly effective beside seating areas, within courtyards and in planting-led gardens where you want a substantial water feature without introducing a tall structure.

The simple circular form also allows the fountain to be appreciated from every direction.

Larger patios

Courtyard gardens

Planted borders

Contemporary landscapes

Gravel gardens

Seating areas

Concealed in-ground installation

Hide the reservoir and let the stone become the focus.

The supplied heavy-duty 90cm reservoir is designed to sit beneath the finished garden surface, leaving only the limestone bowl and your chosen decorative finish visible.

Prepare

Choose a firm, level location with access to a suitable outdoor electrical supply.

Excavate

Prepare a suitable hole for the supplied 90cm underground reservoir.

Position

Install the reservoir securely and level, with the upper edge slightly above surrounding soil level.

Install the pump

Position the recirculating pump inside the reservoir and connect the water pipe to the pre-drilled limestone bowl.

Fit the support grid

Position the heavy-duty support grid securely over the reservoir.

Position the bowl

Carefully place the substantial limestone bowl centrally over the supported area.

Add the lighting

Position the supplied LED light to illuminate the bubbling water and polished wet stone.

Finish

Conceal the remaining support area with decorative pebbles while retaining suitable access for maintenance.

Fill & enjoy

Fill the reservoir and switch on the pump. Water spreads across the bowl and continuously returns to the hidden reservoir.

Plan for the weight of natural stone At approximately 120kg, this is a substantial solid-stone bowl. Appropriate lifting assistance should be used when positioning the feature onto the support grid.

Complete water feature kit

Supplied with the main components needed for installation.

72cm Black Limestone Bowl Approx. 72cm diameter x 20cm high hand-finished natural limestone.

90cm Reservoir Heavy-duty underground pebble pool with approximately 150-litre capacity.

Heavy-Duty Support Grid Strong support system designed to carry the substantial natural stone bowl.

Suitable Recirculating Pump Pump matched to the water requirements of the Rosara bowl.

LED Light Illuminates the bubbling water and polished limestone after dark.

Water Connections Required pipework and fittings for the complete recirculating system.

Decorative pebbles are available separately, allowing you to conceal the reservoir and support grid and coordinate the finished installation with the surrounding landscape.

Water by day, illuminated after dark

The polished limestone changes character throughout the day.

During daylight

Water deepens the black limestone and creates moving reflections across the broad polished surface, making subtle natural markings within the stone more visible.

After dark

The supplied LED light illuminates the central bubbling water and wet limestone, creating a restrained evening focal point without changing the simplicity of the bowl form.

Natural variation

No two limestone bowls will be exactly the same.

When dry

Black limestone typically appears softer charcoal or dark grey, with subtle changes in grain and natural markings across the bowl.

When wet

The stone becomes considerably darker and richer, often approaching a near-black appearance that increases the contrast with the moving water.

Explore Aqua Moda Rosara

Natural stone bowls in different materials, sizes and forms.

Explore the complete Rosara collection, including black limestone, grey and pink granite, rainbow sandstone and architectural Corten steel designs.

Choose from compact babbling bowls, larger statement pieces, raised sculptural forms and bird bath designs to find the Rosara that best suits your garden.

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Choosing the right Rosara for your garden?

Our water feature specialists can help you compare the different natural stones and bowl sizes, judge scale and positioning and plan the reservoir installation and surrounding finish.

Visit our Manchester showroom by appointment or arrange a complimentary virtual consultation.

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