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Featured Image: Acrylic Rectangular Triple-Plume Heiho Fountain
Until now, the Heiho — the clean-lined, modern block fountain in our Blue Thumb line — was only available cut from real granite, weighing up to 980 pounds. Beautiful, but not quite a solo Saturday-afternoon project.
That's changed with the new acrylic Heiho line — the same crisp, architectural silhouette, in black acrylic, with the smallest model weighing just 8 pounds. If you love the look of the Heiho but don't have a landscaping crew or heavy equipment on hand, this is the version built for you.
Same Heiho Silhouette, a Fraction of the Weight
The original: Granite Cuboid Heiho Fountain, up to 980 lbs.
Both versions share the same idea: water rises through the center and cascades down the sides of a clean, geometric block, creating focal points from every angle. The difference is entirely in the material:
| Version | Material | Weight | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granite Cuboid Heiho | Natural granite | 550–980 lbs. | $2,999.99 |
| Acrylic Cuboid Heiho | Black acrylic | 8–40 lbs. | $1,599.99 |
That's the same signature look at roughly 2% of the weight — and at a lower starting price, since granite requires far more labor to quarry, hand-cut, and finish.
Three Acrylic Heiho Models
The new acrylic line actually gives you more shape options than the original granite version:
Acrylic Cuboid Heiho
Single plume, four sizes from 20" to 36" wide, weighing 8 to 40 lbs.
Acrylic Cube Heiho
A perfectly cubed silhouette, single plume, two sizes (18" or 24"), weighing 12 to 15 lbs.
Acrylic Rectangular Heiho (Triple Plume)
An elongated 44" x 22" form with three rising plumes for a bolder water display. At just 35 lbs., it's the largest-looking piece in the line and still easy for one person to carry into place.
Why It's a Win for DIY Installers
If you've ever priced out professional landscaping help just to position a heavy stone fountain, the acrylic line solves that problem directly:
- No heavy lifting required. Every acrylic Heiho fountain piece can be carried and placed by one person — even the largest model is lighter than a full suitcase.
- Complete kit, no guesswork. Each fountain ships with a properly sized basin, a matched pump, landscaping pebbles, and all plumbing — the same self-contained approach as the granite version, just far easier to maneuver into place.
- No plumbing hookup needed. These are fully self-contained, recirculating systems — plug in the pump and you're running. (Auto-Refill device available as an option)
- Easier to reposition later. Change your mind about placement after a season? Moving an 8-pound acrylic block is a very different task than moving a 550-pound granite one.
Worth knowing: the basin and landscaping pebbles do add real weight and bulk, so delivery still arrives via freight pallet — but the fountain piece itself, previously the part requiring extra hands or equipment, is now something almost anyone can place solo.
Explore the full Blue Thumb collection, or contact us if you'd like help choosing between the acrylic and granite Heiho lines.
FAQ
Can I install an acrylic Heiho fountain myself?
Yes — that's the whole point of this line. Each fountain piece weighs between 8 and 40 pounds and ships as a complete kit (basin, pump, pebbles, and plumbing), so no professional installation or heavy equipment is required.
Is acrylic as durable as granite for an outdoor fountain?
Acrylic is a UV-stable, weather-resistant material well suited to year-round outdoor use, though it's a different kind of durability than natural stone — it won't chip or crack the way granite can if struck, but it's also not as scratch-resistant as polished stone. For most residential settings, either material performs well long-term.
What's included with an acrylic Heiho fountain kit?
Each kit includes the acrylic fountain piece, a properly sized basin, a pump matched to that size, landscaping pebbles, and all required plumbing — everything needed for a self-contained install.
Which acrylic Heiho model should I choose?
The Cuboid offers the most size flexibility (four options), the Cube gives a perfectly symmetrical square silhouette, and the Rectangular Triple-Plume model delivers the boldest water display with three rising plumes instead of one.