Novel outdoor building self-drainage handrail flower box
By designing outdoor building self-draining railing flower boxes made of anti-corrosion wood or plastic, the problem of unreasonable drainage of flower boxes is solved by using semi-open water pipes and side guide structures, achieving effective drainage during heavy rain and ensuring environmental cleanliness and safety.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202521020845.7
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-22
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-10
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-05-22
AI Technical Summary
In existing flower box designs, improper drainage design leads to water accumulation, affecting plant growth and environmental aesthetics. Furthermore, improper drainage direction may pollute the surrounding environment.
Design an outdoor building self-draining railing flower box, made of anti-corrosion wood or plastic, including a bottom wall, side walls, back wall and special water guiding wall, semi-open water guiding pipe and side guiding structure to ensure that rainwater can be effectively discharged during heavy rain and does not pollute the ground.
It achieves effective drainage during heavy rain, preventing water from overflowing and polluting the ground, and keeping the environment clean and safe.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ancient architecture and gardens, and in particular to a novel outdoor building self-draining railing flower box. Background Technology
[0002] Flower boxes, as a unique form of railing, are widely used in public places such as urban roads, parks, and squares. They are not only ubiquitous in the median strips of roads and the separation of sidewalks and driveways, but are also gradually becoming popular in various courtyard designs. Flower boxes not only serve a separating function, but also effectively beautify the environment and enhance the overall aesthetics of the city.
[0003] For example, using flower boxes as guardrails in the median strip can not only effectively prevent vehicles from running off the road and reduce the possibility of secondary accidents, but also guide drivers' vision and ensure driving safety. At the same time, the presence of flower boxes also greatly enhances the aesthetics of the city, adding a beautiful scenic line.
[0004] In courtyard design, more and more designers are using flower boxes as railings. By carefully selecting different flowers and plants, flower boxes can add rich color to the city and create comfortable and beautiful outdoor spaces. In addition, flower boxes can be paired with other outdoor decorations such as garden sculptures and water features to create unique landscape effects and enhance the overall visual enjoyment.
[0005] Flower boxes also play an important role in space division. They can divide outdoor spaces into different areas, making them more organized and structured. For example, flower boxes can act as natural dividers between different outdoor spaces such as restaurants and rest areas, making them both aesthetically pleasing and practical.
[0006] However, some problems exist in the design and use of flower boxes. For example, an unreasonable drainage design is a common issue. If the size and number of drainage holes are not properly determined according to the dimensions of the flower box, especially for larger flower boxes, insufficient drainage holes or holes with too small a diameter will prevent excess water from draining in time, leading to waterlogging. Waterlogging can cause a series of problems such as root rot, affecting plant growth and the overall aesthetics of the flower box.
[0007] In addition, the direction of drainage is also an aspect that needs attention. If the placement of the flower boxes is not adequately considered when designing the drainage system, it may lead to several problems. For example, for indoor flower boxes, without additional water collection devices, drainage may negatively impact the indoor environment; while for outdoor flower boxes, the drainage direction may affect the surrounding environment. For instance, during heavy rain, water in the flower boxes may be difficult to drain in time, and overflowing water carrying a large amount of mud and water may pollute some concrete courtyards.
[0008] Therefore, when designing and using flower boxes, drainage issues need to be fully considered to ensure that the flower boxes can not only beautify the environment but also maintain good performance and avoid adverse environmental impacts.
[0009] On May 19, 2025, a search was conducted in the China Patent Publication Database using "flower box and water and overflow and pipe and guide and railing" as the abstract keywords, with the option to allow synonym expansion, but no relevant literature was found.
[0010] On May 19, 2025, an abstract search was conducted on CNKI (China National Knowledge Infrastructure) using the keywords "flower box and water and overflow and pipe and guide and railing", but no relevant literature was found.
[0011] On May 19, 2025, a search was conducted on the website of the United States Patent and Trademark Office for "Planter box with water with overflow with pipe with guide with railing", but no relevant literature was found; the search URL is https: / / ppubs.uspto.gov / pubwebapp / .
[0012] On May 19, 2025, a search was conducted on WIPO's website https: / / patentscope2.wipo.int / for "Planter box and water and overflow and pipe and guide and railing", but no relevant literature was found.
[0013] On May 19, 2025, a search was conducted on the website of the Japan Patent Office (https: / / www.j-platpat.inpit.go.jp / ) for the search term "Planter box and water and overflow and pipe and guide and railing", but no relevant literature was found.
[0014] It is completely different from the concept of this patent. Utility Model Content
[0015] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a new type of outdoor building self-draining railing flower box with better effect. The specific purpose is explained in the specific implementation section for several substantial technical effects.
[0016] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0017] A novel outdoor building self-draining railing flower box, characterized in that,
[0018] Outdoor building self-draining railing flower boxes can be used as barrier railings;
[0019] The overall structure of this outdoor building's self-draining railing flower box is either made of anti-corrosion wood or plastic.
[0020] The outdoor building self-draining railing flower box includes a flower box bottom wall 1, and three walls arranged on the three sides of the flower box bottom wall 1 are flower box side walls 2 and flower box rear walls 3.
[0021] A dedicated water guide wall 4 is also arranged on the bottom wall 1 of the flower box;
[0022] The height of the special water guide wall 4 is lower than that of the flower box side wall 2 and the flower box rear wall 3;
[0023] A semi-open water guide pipe 6 is arranged at the upper end of the special water guide wall 4;
[0024] The opening 5 of the semi-open water pipe 6 faces the inside of the flower box;
[0025] Special structures are arranged on both sides of the semi-open water pipe 6;
[0026] The special structure can be any one of the following:
[0027] The first type: This special structure is a sealing structure;
[0028] The second type is a side guide structure 7, which includes a sleeve structure. The sleeve structure has a drain outlet 9 inside, and the drain outlet 9 is connected to the water guide pipe 8.
[0029] A further technical solution of this utility model is that the sealing structure is any one of the following: 1. a plug; 2. an outer cover.
[0030] A further technical solution of this utility model is that the water guide connecting pipe 8 is connected to the flexible hose.
[0031] A further technical solution of this utility model is that the semi-open water pipes 6 are connected to each other, and their corresponding flower boxes are also arranged adjacent to each other.
[0032] A further technical solution of this utility model is that the semi-open water pipe 6 has an arc-shaped main body.
[0033] A further technical solution of this utility model is that the bottom wall 1, side wall 2, rear wall 3, and special water guiding wall 4 of the outdoor building self-draining railing flower box are made of anti-corrosion wood.
[0034] A further technical solution of this utility model is that the pipe wall of the semi-open water pipe 6 will not seal the drain outlet 9.
[0035] A further technical solution of this utility model is that the side wall 2 and the rear wall 3 of the flower box are made of multiple sets of parallel anti-corrosion wood joined together in a waterproof manner.
[0036] The present invention, employing the above technical solution, has the following beneficial effects compared to the prior art: Regarding the shortcomings of the prior art, "If the placement of the flower box is not adequately considered, it may lead to some problems. For example, for indoor flower boxes, without an additional water-receiving device, drainage may affect the indoor environment; while for outdoor flower boxes, the drainage direction may affect the surrounding environment. For instance, during heavy rain, water in the flower box is difficult to drain in time, and the overflowing water will carry a large amount of muddy water, which may pollute some concrete courtyards." This patent, non-obviously groundbreaking, allows water to be drained through the semi-open drainage pipe 6 during heavy rain and guided out through the side guide structure 7, preventing it from flowing onto the ground. Therefore, the ground is safer and cleaner. Attached Figure Description
[0037] To further illustrate this utility model, the following description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings:
[0038] Figure 1 A perspective view of the structure of a utility model flower box;
[0039] Figure 2 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the utility model;
[0040] Figure 3 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the utility model from another perspective;
[0041] The components include: 1. bottom wall of the flower box; 2. side wall of the flower box; 3. rear wall of the flower box; 4. special water guide wall; 5. opening; 6. semi-open water guide pipe; 7. side guide structure; 8. water guide connection pipe; 9. drain outlet. Detailed Implementation
[0042] The present invention will be further explained below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be understood that the following specific embodiments are only for illustrating the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," "outer," "top," and "bottom," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the present invention. In addition, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal connection of two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to the specific circumstances.
[0043] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.
[0044] This patent provides multiple parallel solutions; the different descriptions represent improved or parallel solutions based on a basic solution. Each solution has its own unique characteristics. Furthermore, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of this utility model described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other. Fixing methods not described herein can be any type of fixing, such as threaded fixing, bolt fixing, or adhesive bonding.
[0045] Example 1: Combining Figure 1 and Figure 2 A novel outdoor building self-draining railing flower box, characterized in that...
[0046] Outdoor building self-draining railing flower boxes can be used as barrier railings;
[0047] The overall structure of this outdoor building's self-draining railing flower box is either made of anti-corrosion wood or plastic.
[0048] The outdoor building self-draining railing flower box includes a flower box bottom wall 1, and three walls arranged on the three sides of the flower box bottom wall 1 are flower box side walls 2 and flower box rear walls 3.
[0049] A dedicated water guide wall 4 is also arranged on the bottom wall 1 of the flower box;
[0050] The height of the special water guide wall 4 is lower than that of the flower box side wall 2 and the flower box rear wall 3;
[0051] A semi-open water guide pipe 6 is arranged at the upper end of the special water guide wall 4;
[0052] The opening 5 of the semi-open water pipe 6 faces the inside of the flower box;
[0053] Special structures are arranged on both sides of the semi-open water pipe 6;
[0054] The special structure can be any one of the following:
[0055] The first type: This special structure is a sealing structure;
[0056] The second type is a side guide structure 7, which includes a sleeve structure. The sleeve structure has a drain outlet 9 inside, and the drain outlet 9 is connected to the water guide pipe 8.
[0057] The substantive technical effects and implementation process of the technical solution presented herein, i.e., its basic functions, are as follows:
[0058] In contrast to the shortcomings of existing technologies, such as the potential problems arising from insufficient consideration of flower box placement (e.g., indoor flower boxes without additional water collection devices may cause drainage issues affecting the indoor environment, and outdoor flower boxes where drainage direction can impact the surrounding environment; for example, during heavy rain, water may be difficult to drain promptly, and overflowing water containing mud may contaminate concrete gardens), this patent innovatively and non-obviously addresses the issue of water being able to be drained through a semi-open drainage pipe 6 during heavy rain and guided out through a side guide structure 7, preventing it from flowing onto the ground. This results in a safer and cleaner surface.
[0059] Example 2: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, the sealing structure can be any of the following: 1. a plug; 2. an outer cap. The substantive technical effect and implementation process of the technical solution here, i.e., its basic function, are as follows: the plug is preferably made of rubber, and the outer cap is a waterproof cap.
[0060] Example 3: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, the water guide pipe 8 is connected to the flexible hose. The substantive technical effect and implementation process of this technical solution, i.e., its basic function, are as follows: the flexible hose can guide the water to the drain pipe.
[0061] Example 4: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, the semi-open water pipes 6 are connected to each other, and their corresponding flower boxes are also arranged adjacent to each other. The substantial technical effect and implementation process of this technical solution, i.e., its basic function, are as follows: thus, a row shape can be formed.
[0062] Example 5: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, the semi-open water pipe 6 has an arc-shaped main body. The substantive technical effect and implementation process of this technical solution, i.e., its basic function, are as follows: the arc-shaped main body can guide water.
[0063] Example 6: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, the bottom wall 1, side wall 2, rear wall 3, and dedicated water-guiding wall 4 of the outdoor building self-draining railing flower box are made of preservative-treated wood. The substantive technical effect and implementation process of this technical solution, i.e., its basic function, are as follows: the preservative-treated wood is safer.
[0064] Example 7: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, the wall of the semi-open water pipe 6 will not seal the drain outlet 9. The substantive technical effect and implementation process of this technical solution, i.e., its basic function, are as follows: thus facilitating drainage.
[0065] Example 8: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, the flower box side wall 2 and the flower box rear wall 3 are made of multiple sets of parallel anti-corrosion wood waterproof joints.
[0066] Innovatively, each of the above effects exists independently, yet a single structure can be used to combine the results.
[0067] It should be noted that the multiple modules in this patent are an integration of existing technology modules and do not involve any new modules. Even if some modules use programs, those programs are undoubtedly known programs.
[0068] It should be noted that the multiple solutions provided in this patent include their own basic solutions, which are independent of each other and do not restrict each other. However, they can also be combined with each other without conflict to achieve multiple effects.
[0069] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claims.
Claims
1. A novel outdoor building self-draining railing flower box, characterized in that, Outdoor building self-draining railing flower boxes can be used as barrier railings; The overall structure of this outdoor building's self-draining railing flower box is either made of anti-corrosion wood or plastic. The outdoor building self-draining railing flower box includes a flower box bottom wall (1), and three walls arranged on the three sides of the flower box bottom wall (1) are the flower box side wall (2) and the flower box rear wall (3). A special water guide wall (4) is also arranged on the bottom wall (1) of the flower box; The height of the special water guide wall (4) is lower than that of the side wall (2) and the rear wall (3) of the flower box; A semi-open water guide pipe (6) is arranged at the upper end of the special water guide wall (4). The opening (5) of the semi-open water pipe (6) faces the inside of the flower box; Special structures are arranged on both sides of the semi-open water pipe (6); The special structure can be any one of the following: The first type: This special structure is a sealing structure; The second type is a side guide structure (7) on the side of the special structure. The side guide structure (7) includes a sleeve structure. The sleeve structure has a drain outlet (9) inside, and the drain outlet (9) is connected to the water guide pipe (8).
2. The novel outdoor building self-draining railing flower box as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The sealing structure can be any of the following:
1. a plug; 2. an outer cap.
3. A novel outdoor building self-draining railing flower box as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The water guide pipe (8) is connected to the hose.
4. A novel outdoor building self-draining railing flower box as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The semi-open water pipes (6) are connected to each other, and their corresponding flower boxes are also arranged adjacent to each other.
5. A novel outdoor building self-draining railing flower box as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The semi-open water pipe (6) has an arc-shaped main body.
6. A novel outdoor building self-draining railing flower box as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom wall (1), side wall (2), rear wall (3), and special water guide wall (4) of the outdoor building self-draining railing flower box are made of anti-corrosion wood.
7. A novel outdoor building self-draining railing flower box as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The wall of the semi-open water pipe (6) will not seal the drain outlet (9).
8. A novel outdoor building self-draining railing flower box as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The side wall (2) and rear wall (3) of the flower box are made of multiple sets of parallel anti-corrosion wood joined together for waterproofing.