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What is a cast iron fireplace insert?
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A cast iron fireplace insert is a firebox that fits into an existing fireplace surround. The insert is made of cast iron, a type of iron that is more than 2 percent carbon. Cast iron is highly durable and very resistant to the effects of heat. You'll find a selection of cast iron fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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Antique Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique cast iron fireplace insert. A distinctive Victorian fireplace insert with beautifully detailed allegorical figures above the opening.
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Victorian 19th Century Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A late Victorian 19th century cast iron fireplace insert with attractive bottle green side tiles.
Category
Antique 1890s Scottish Late Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Antique 19th Century Arched Cast Iron Fireplace Insert.
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Antique 19th Century cast iron fireplace insert. A medium sized arched insert with raised outer border, complete with its original damper and curved cast fire bars.
Category
Antique 1870s English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
19th Century Tiled Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Located in London, GB
19th Century tiled cast iron fireplace insert.
With adjustable canopy hood, removable front bars, bottom grate & ash pan
including a very unique set of original hand painted vi...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
19th Century Victorian Manner Cast Iron Fireplace insert.
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A well cast 19th Century Victorian manner cast iron fireplace insert of good form.
Category
Vintage 1980s English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
19th Century Victorian Arched Cast Iron Fireplace Insert.
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A 19th Century Victorian cast iron fireplace insert. A generous outer plate, with a raised mould arched border, and a central cartouche, a set of carved three barred fire bars, with ...
Category
Antique 1880s English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
