Aqua-Lock Vase – Cylinder (30 cm)
Geometric restraint. Maximum presence.
Terracotta Clay · H: 30 cm · SKU: KL-DC-009
₹1,299.00
| Material | Terracotta Clay |
|---|---|
| Size / Capacity | H: 30 cm |
| Induction Ready | NO |
| XRF Tested | YES |
| Sub-Category | Vase |
Geometric restraint. Maximum presence.
A 30cm tall cylindrical clay vase with a clean straight-sided form — no taper, no swelling belly, no curved shoulders. Aqua-Lock sealed interior. Natural terracotta exterior. XRF-certified. The cylinder is the architectural vase: it works with single large blooms, with architectural foliage (monstera leaves, banana leaf, tropical greens), and with the interior design aesthetic that prefers geometric clarity to organic forms.
Key Features & Benefits
- Cylindrical Geometry — The Architectural Form: Where the rounded belly vases are organic and sculptural, the cylinder is architectural and precise. It references modernist ceramics, Japanese ikebana vessels, Scandinavian design. In the same space where a rounded vase would soften, the cylinder defines.
- Works With Both Organic and Geometric: A single monstera leaf in a clay cylinder is an ikebana composition. A mass of garden roses in the same cylinder is a lush contrast. The straight form is the most versatile in the vase range.
- 30cm — Tabletop or Floor-Adjacent Scale: Tall enough to be a presence on a console table or sideboard. Not so tall that it requires floor placement. The transitional scale between the 25cm Medium (definitely tabletop) and the 40cm Tall (definitely floor).
- Aqua-Lock Interior: Completely watertight, Bone Kaolin cream interior visible through the wide opening.
- XRF Certified: Batch QR on base.
- Patina Character: The cylinder’s straight exterior walls show firing colour variation more dramatically than curved forms — the gradient from darker base to lighter top is more linear and visible on the cylinder.
About the Material
The cylinder vase is the one form in the Aqua-Lock range where the clay’s natural variation creates the most interesting surface. On a curved vessel, firing colour variation blends through the curves. On a cylinder, the straight sides show the gradient from base to top as a clean, linear spectrum — darker terracotta at the base to lighter at the shoulder. Each cylinder is unique in the specific expression of this gradient. The Science The cylinder form in interior design research is consistently associated with geometric confidence and intentional styling — it reads as “designed” rather than “decorated.” In biophilic design, the combination of a geometric man-made form (cylinder) with natural material (clay) and living or organic content (flowers, leaves, dried botanicals) creates what researchers call a “nature-culture synthesis” — one of the most psychologically resonant interior design combinations.
Safety & Certification Standards
| XRF Analysis — Clay Source | Heavy metal screening on raw clay before production begins |
| ICP-OES — Finished Product | Parts-per-billion accuracy. Actual migration into food simulants tested |
| NABL-Accredited Laboratory | Internationally recognised test facility |
| FSSAI Food Contact Compliance | Meets India’s legal food safety standards |
| Per-Batch QR Report | Your batch. Your numbers. Published before dispatch. |
Lab Test Results
| Compound | Klayvi Result | FSSAI Safe Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 2.1 ppm | 90 ppm |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤ 0.3 ppm | 0.5 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 0.4 ppm | 2.0 ppm |
| Mercury (Hg) | Not detected | 0.5 ppm |
| PTFE / PFOA / PFAS | Not present | Zero tolerance |
Caring for Your Klayvi
| 1 — First Use | Rinse with plain water. No soap on first use. |
| 2 — Daily Clean | Klayvi Wash Care (pH 6–8) or sisal scrubber + warm water. Never standard dish soap — it destroys seasoning at pH 9–11. |
| 3 — After Wash | Dry completely on low flame (cookware) or air-dry fully (decor/storage). Never store damp. |
| 4 — Monthly | Apply 4–5 drops cold-pressed flaxseed oil to cooking surfaces. Heat on medium-low until just smoking. Cool and wipe. |
| 5 — Never | Dishwasher · Microwave · Overnight soaking · Chemical detergents · Cold water on a hot vessel |
What’s in the Box
- Aqua-Lock Vase Cylinder 30cm (Aqua-Lock interior)
- Artisan provenance card
- Clay Care Passport (vase section)
- Batch QR card
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What arrangements work best with the cylinder form?
Single large blooms: one peony, one dahlia, one protea — the cylinder holds the stem upright and shows the flower at its best. Architectural foliage: a single monstera leaf, a banana leaf, a large tropical green. Or the opposite: a generous mass of small flowers (baby’s breath, gypsophila, small roses) that fills the cylinder completely. The cylinder works at both extremes.
Q: Does the cylindrical form require flower frogs or foam for arrangements?
For single stems, no. For complex multi-stem arrangements, a flower frog (heavy pin frog, not synthetic foam) placed at the base of the cylinder holds stems in specific positions. Never use synthetic floral foam in clay vessels — the foam particles are difficult to clean from the Aqua-Lock interior.
Q: How do I clean the straight interior without a brush?
The cylinder interior is accessible from the top with any bottle brush. The straight walls make cleaning easier than curved or narrow-necked vessels. Warm water + rice method (swirl with rice for abrasion) works well for mineral deposits.
Q: Can the cylinder vase be used as a utensil holder?
Yes — the cylindrical form is ideal for kitchen utensil storage (wooden spoons, spatulas), for pencil/pen holders, or for any upright storage application. The Aqua-Lock interior means it is watertight if utensils bring moisture. Completely versatile.
Q: Is the cylinder available with a different interior than Bone Kaolin?
The standard interior is Bone Kaolin cream. Contact us for custom interior options on orders of 6+ pieces.
Q: Does the cylinder vase work in a bathroom setting?
Yes — the clay exterior provides passive humidity regulation which is actually beneficial in a bathroom. The Aqua-Lock interior handles the moisture environment. Use it for towel rolls, bathroom botanicals (dried lavender, eucalyptus), or as a fresh-flower accent in a well-lit bathroom.
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