USA Stoneware | Water Coolers | Blue Stripe | 1-3 Gallon
Our old-fashioned American Heritage water coolers are available in 1-, 2-, and 3-gallon capacities.
Our USA-made crocks are still made the old-fashioned way, using lead- and cadmium-free natural clay and glaze, and shipped with an NSF-approved USA-made spigot.
Stoneware crocks provide natural cooling, making them ideal for drinking water dispensers, as they were used before refrigeration.
Custom hand-painting and personalization options are available.
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Sorry, we are past the Christmas pottery shipping deadline. The shop has doubled production and will try to ship orders ordered in early December, but most likely, new orders will ship in late January for the standard blue stripe and in February or March for custom orders.
SKU
SKU-1697
$69.45
Description / USA Stoneware | Water Coolers | Blue Stripe | 1-3 Gallon
Note: These water coolers are not designed to hold a 5-gallon water bottle on top. We also carry a water bottle crock designed for the 5-gal water bottles. They are made shorter and wider to stabilize the water bottle. Click Here for more information.
You may find cheaper imported ceramic water crocks; these are still being made right here in Texas from hand-turned stoneware pottery, just as they were in early times.
Water cooler crocks are handy for parties or family gatherings.
Water Coolers will also hold hot liquids, but will not maintain the temperature for extended periods. Stoneware should be slowly brought up to temperature to prevent cracking when pouring hot liquids.
Before refrigerated drinking fountains, water would be kept in a pottery jug. The pottery naturally provided a cooling effect for any liquid stored inside; however, it was not comparable to modern refrigeration.
These Pottery Coolers are primarily used to store fresh drinking water, just as they were used in the early 1900s. They are also great for tea, lemonade, sangria, and other liquid drinks.
The standard color is priced in a blue stripe. You can select other colors using the drop-down menu at the top of the page. Colors are hand-painted and signed by the artist. Please note: the rooster, red apple, and summer splendor design is a decal and is not hand-painted. The Poppy Seed design will feature flowers in both blue and peach, arranged on opposite sides of the stoneware.
See color samples by clicking to enlarge pictures of various product examples. The white will match the cream color of the blue stripe. Depending on its position in the kiln, the actual white color may vary from the images, ranging from cream to white, with a grayish hue or even a tan or beige tone—another characteristic of old-fashioned hand-turned pottery.
The price above reflects the 1-gal size; select 2 & 3-gal sizes using the drop-down box.
1-gal water cooler measures 7-1/2 wide at the bottom 6-3/4 wide at the top and 10" tall.
The actual lid size for the one-gallon is 5-1/4" for those looking to use a water filter.
2-gal water cooler measures 8-1/4 wide at the bottom, 7-1/4" wide at the top, and 12" tall.
The actual lid size for the 2-gal is 6" for those looking to use a water filter.
3-gal water cooler measures 9" wide at the bottom, 7-1/4" wide at the top, and 14" tall.
The actual lid size for the 3-gal is 6" for those looking to use a water filter.
The price above also applies to a one-gallon plain or blue-striped version. As different colors and sizes are selected from the drop-down boxes at the top of the page, the +$ will incrementally add to the price above.
Stoneware may also be personalized for $12 via the drop-down menu at the top of the page. In the comment section at checkout, please leave us the name that you would like added. Personalized names and messages will be hand-painted.
The standard blue stripe may take 3-4 weeks to ship. Most colors, including white, and personalized items are custom-made to order and may take about 8 weeks to ship.
Stoneware Pottery is USA-made in Texas by a small, family-owned and operated pottery company that has been making quality pottery for over 22 years. Each piece is hand turned by a master potter, hand-painted or finished, and then coated with a lead-free glaze.
The water spigot is also USA-made at an ISO 9000-certified factory. It is NSF-certified and made of FDA-grade Polypropylene. Meets ASTM Standard D4101 specifications. Polypropylene has been identified as a safer alternative to BPA-containing polycarbonate and other plastic products.
The spigot fits a 3/4" hole and has a 7/8" threaded area.
From time to time, we receive requests for stainless spigots, which we do not offer. We haven’t found a consistent supplier yet, but we're sharing this link to an Amazon account one of our customers shared.
The spigot will not be installed for shipping protection. To install, insert the spigot with the rubber washer, with the bevels facing the two sides of the opening. Place the spigot so that the handle top is pointing at 9 o’clock. Reach in and add the inside washer and nut. Hand-tighten, then hold the nut while turning the outside spigot to 12 o’clock (straight up). Add water up to and over the spigot inside. Place a napkin under the spigot and just under the front of the crock. Check for leaks over several hours. If the nut is loose, loosen it and turn the spigot to 6 o’clock, and repeat the steps. Note: Over-tightening can push the rubber washers aside and may cause them to leak. Check the bottom for wetness over several days.
Because pottery is hand turned, dimensions may vary slightly. Stoneware pottery may also develop minor imperfections during firing and glazing. All food contact surfaces are inspected for such imperfections before shipping. The exterior may have imperfections that add to the stoneware's character.
Lids for stoneware pottery are made in the same way as the old ones and then fired. To fire them, some of the bottoms are left unglazed where they will sit in the kiln. This is normal, so they do not stick during the process. The original lids were made the same as you can see on antique crocks and churns.
Microwave-, Oven-, and Dishwasher-Safe. The pottery is durable and functional for everyday use.
A Note About Shipping Cost
Shipping fragile pottery has become challenging and expensive, especially when it is shipped to the East and West Coasts. The item must be double-boxed or shipped in an oversized box to protect the pottery during transit. Unfortunately, carriers set rates based on the box's overall dimensions. These rates are based on “Dimensional Box Weight” instead of the actual product weight. The shop must also cover the cost of any additional boxes and packing materials, so an extra $5 is included in the overall shipping cost.
We don’t feel that it is fair to those living in the Midwest to "pad" the product price to cover shipping to all areas and then make it seem like we are offering free or discounted shipping. Therefore, please understand why we charge the rates we do for shipping. We try to keep prices as low as possible, but we also want your new pottery to arrive safely.
A Note About Moisture
You will want to keep your water crock on a non-porous surface or use a barrier when placed on wooden stands or furniture.
For many reasons, moisture or dampness may develop beneath the crock due to water running down the sides during filling, a leaking spigot, or sweating caused by temperature variances in the liquids being used. A barrier, such as a large plate, clear plexiglass, clear plastic flower pot protectors, or a ceramic tile square, may help prevent potential moisture damage to wooden furniture tops.
Click Here to view our optional stoneware crock stand to elevate the crock up off a countertop.
We receive many calls about the stand shown in our picture, which includes a water bottle dispensing crock. This is a family antique table that is not available. In your search for stands, look for plant stands, as they are generally made of materials that withstand water and feature a wider or flared leg base to stabilize the table better when pouring water into the top.
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Customer Reviews
Rating
5
Received Custom Crock
Review by
Katie
I just received my crock....I love it!!!!!! Thank-you. It is beautiful.
Rating
5
3 Gallon Water Cooler
Review by
Stephanie
The crock is beautiful, Paul! We love the shape. And it holds almost all the 3 gallons of our water jars so we don’t need the tubing. It’s nice to use the lid.
Thanks so much for such a quality piece.
Stephanie
Thanks so much for such a quality piece.
Stephanie
Received Order
Review by
Debra
We just received our order of the 2 gallon water crock/pottery. It's amazing!!! I just want to say how much we love it and l know we will enjoy it for years to come. Thank you so very much.
Debra F
Debra F
Ordered Water Cooler and Stand
Review by
Wyn
Both water jar & stand arrived in good order and intact! Water tastes Much better out of this nicely crafted set. Blessings for the stoneware workers and to all others involved.
Thank you.
Wyn S New Mexico
Thank you.
Wyn S New Mexico
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