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Cast Iron Bookcase or Room Divider
Located in Oakville, CT
Repurposed cast iron library book case ends with adjustable shelves.
Overall dimensions are 24" x
Category
Early 20th Century American Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Antique 1810 France Cast Iron Bookcase Shelves Flowers
Located in Munich, DE
Charming and elegant shelves made out of cast iron. The front of this slim piece of furniture and
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Shelves
Materials
Iron
Vtg Arts & Crafts Wooden Rolling Library Book Cart Bookshelf Cast Iron Wheels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Arts & Crafts Wooden Rolling Library Book Cart Bookshelf with Cast Iron Wheels. Circa 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Materials
Iron
H 43 in W 39.25 in D 14 in
Practical Gothic Revival Carved Two Door Dry Bar Cabinet / Bookcase w. Iron Lock
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and practical bookcase or drinks cabinet.
This beautifully designed and all hand carved
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Bookcases
Materials
Iron
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H 55.7 in W 24 in D 17.4 in
American Mahogany and Cast Iron Copying Press with Paw Feet, Charleston, SC 1830
Located in Hollywood, SC
American cast iron and mahogany two-drawer copying press with a turned bulbous cork screw handle
Category
Antique 1830s American American Empire Bookcases
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 52 in W 34.5 in D 31 in
Bespoke Industrial Shelving and Storage Unit or Bookcase
By Get Back, Inc.
Located in Oakville, CT
Industrial hand-finished plywood, steel and cast iron shelving / storage / bookcase unit is hand
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Bookcases
Materials
Steel, Iron
Antique revolving bookcase
Located in Eindhoven, NL
English 19th century furniture maker Maple & Co. with the characteristic cast iron base. Beautiful lived
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Stunning & Large Gothic Revival Hand Carved Oak Bookcase / Television Cabinet
Located in Lisse, NL
carved, church window like panels, its striking cast iron, golden painted lock plates and its amazing
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Bookcases
Materials
Iron
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H 74.5 in W 71 in D 18.5 in
Great Quality Antique Queen Anne Style Revolving Bookcase by James Shoolbred
By James Shoolbred
Located in Lisse, NL
Striking and practical size bookcase by Shoolbred of England.
Apart from being rare, stylish and
Category
Antique 19th Century English Queen Anne Bookcases
Materials
Brass, Iron
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H 34.6 in W 19.7 in D 19.7 in
19th Century Antique revolving bookcase
Located in Eindhoven, NL
warm color, top quality and cast iron base. It was made by the famous 19th century English furniture
Category
Antique 1890s British Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Important Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau Bookcase Desk Desk-Chair & Filing Cabinet
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Lisse, NL
feet tall 'bibliotheque' or 'library bookcase' is the first one of the three listings that, together
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Bookcases
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Iron
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H 94 in W 82.3 in D 19.4 in
Antique Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Revolving Bookcase C1900
By Maple & Co.
Located in London, GB
it.
The best quality Edwardian revolving bookcases had cast iron bases, as this meant that they
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Edwardian Revolving Bookcase Flame Mahogany c.1900
By Maple & Co.
Located in London, GB
crossbanding and inlaid hatching around it.
The best quality Edwardian revolving bookcases had cast iron bases
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Revolving Bookcase Flame Mahogany, 19th C
Located in London, GB
best quality revolving bookcases had cast iron bases, as this meant that they would be sturdy and not
Category
Antique 1880s English Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Antique English Break-Front Bibliotheque Bookcase in Mahogany, circa 1870
By S.E. & R. Johnson. Warrington
Located in Miami, FL
adjustable shelves each. There are enough extra original cast iron shelf supports to add 3 additional shelves
Category
Antique 1870s English Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
H 101 in W 164.5 in D 27 in
Jim Rose - Repurposed Steel Bookcase in Natural Rusted Patina, Art Furniture
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Interpretations in Cast Iron, PA Arts Assoc / WI Arts Board
2003 Arts/Industry Residency Program for Visual
Category
1990s American Shaker Bookcases
Materials
Steel
H 100.5 in W 49.5 in D 14 in
Bespoke Industrial Shelving and Storage Unit
By Get Back, Inc.
Located in Oakville, CT
Industrial hand-finished plywood, steel and cast iron shelving / storage / bookcase unit is hand
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Bookcases
Materials
Iron, Steel
Antique French Bakers Rack
Located in Houston, TX
and Biabaud, Paris is embossed on the cast iron feet. The metal shelves are topped with glass
Category
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Materials
Brass, Iron
Industrial Rolling Shelving Storage Rack Bookcase, Rough Sawn Pine and Cast Iron
By Tim Byrne
Located in Oakville, CT
Rough sawn pine and cast iron industrial rolling shelving storage rack unit. Overall height of 53
Category
2010s Industrial Shelves
Materials
Iron, Steel
H 53 in W 46 in D 16 in
English Regency Metamorphic Book Case -Desk
Located in Hudson, NY
This finely made English regency period metamorphic bookcase-desk is also of an interesting and
Category
Antique 19th Century English Regency Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Jim Rose Two Drawer/Two Door Pie Safe with Drilled Holes, Natural Rusted Patina
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Interpretations in Cast Iron, PA Arts Assoc / WI Arts Board
2003 Arts/Industry Residency Program for Visual
Category
Early 2000s American Shaker Bookcases
Materials
Steel
H 41 in W 45.5 in D 24.5 in
Vintage Cast Iron Horse Head Bookends
Located in Doylestown, PA
Charming vintage cast iron horse bookends, 1930's. Painted horse heads extend outward in opposite
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Rustic Bookends
Materials
Iron
Set of 3 19th Century Cast Iron Shoe Molds
Located in Atlanta, GA
A charming collection of 3 19th century cast iron shoe molds from Barcelona. Wonderful as table top
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Beetle Cast Iron Shoe Horn or Boot Jack, Powder Coated Chartreuse, circa 1920's
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Vintage boot jack in cast iron freshly powder coated in bright chartreuse. The cast iron object is
Category
Vintage 1920s American Folk Art Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
H 3 in W 10.12 in D 4.12 in
Antique Art Nouveau Cast Iron and Brass Adjustable Book Stand by Judd Company
By Judd Co.
Located in Doylestown, PA
Art Nouveau bronzed cast iron and brass book stand attributed to the Judd Foundry, c. 1920s.
The
Category
Early 20th Century North American Art Nouveau Bookends
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 5.5 in W 14.5 in D 5 in
Vintage Industrial Ball Joint Pipe Shelving Storage Unit Rack Bookcase
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage Industrial steel pipe shelving unit with steel poles and cast iron ball joints.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Shelves
Materials
Metal, Steel, Iron
Antique Mahogany Revolving Bookcase
Located in Eindhoven, NL
with signs of wear.
It is a very solid book mill with a cast iron base. Made around 1900 by the firm
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Open Bookcase, Asian, Shelving Unit, Regency Colonial Revival, C.1980
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage open bookcase. An Asian, stained Hevea and cast iron shelving unit in Regency and
Category
Vintage 1980s Asian Regency Revival Furniture
Materials
Iron
H 46.86 in W 33.47 in D 14.38 in
Vintage Continental Neoclassical Style Iron Boot Scraper
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Continental Neoclassical Style Iron Boot Scraper.
This interesting Neoclassical style cast
Category
20th Century European Neoclassical Umbrella Stands
Materials
Iron
Petite Antique French Carved Oak Gothic Vestment Cabinet Display Bookcase 19th C
Located in Shreveport, LA
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~Cast iron hardware on the door includes huge door latch and the dual oversize strap hinges~
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Category
Antique 19th Century French Gothic Cabinets
Materials
Metal
H 50 in W 20 in D 14.5 in
Art Deco Woman Dancing Bookend Sculpture
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Woman Dancing Art Deco Sculpture Bookend, France
This charming solid cast metal bookend with that
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Art Deco Oak & Coromandel Mantel / Desk Clock w. Brass Arms and Dial Face 1920
Located in Lisse, NL
shelves of your bookcase. No matter, where you will use and enjoy this beautiful on the inside and outside
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Mantel Clocks
Materials
Brass, Iron
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H 9.5 in W 12 in D 5.9 in
Very Rare Mid-Century Modern Sideboard / Credenza by 't Woonhuys of Amsterdam
By 't Woonhuys
Located in Lisse, NL
cabinet for files, as a bookcase etc. Its marvelous design and presence will immediately change the look
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Iron, Brass
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H 51 in W 63 in D 17.7 in
French Louis XIV Period Fountain Head
Located in Atlanta, GA
crafted in cast iron - now resting on its stand. A striking accent piece for any bookcase or table top or
Category
Antique 17th Century French Fountains
Materials
Iron
Curtis Jere Mars & Venus Gold Gilt Bookends Sculptures Signed Jeré, 1968
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Saint Louis, MO
depicting the male and female gender symbols on square bases made of gold leafed cast iron. In beautiful
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Gold, Iron
Pair of Art Deco Bookends w/Owls Surrounding a Flame, ca. 1920's, Judd Co.
By Judd Co.
Located in Petaluma, CA
factory painted finish, and are finely cast as we have come to expect from this company. The art deco
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Iron
H 4.75 in W 4.75 in D 2.75 in
Carlo Scarpa Cognac Leather “Kentucky” Dining Chair for Bernini, 1977, Set of 5
By Bernini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
chapel, with an arcosolium bearing the family sarcophagi, the main pavilion, held in place on broken cast
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut, Leather, Plastic
H 39.38 in W 19.69 in D 16.54 in
Carlo Scarpa Iroko and Velvet Cornaro Sofa for Studio Simon, 1974, Set of 2
By Carlo Scarpa, Studio Simon
Located in Vicenza, IT
place on broken cast iron supports, stands over a mirror-shaped stretch of water and occupies one end of
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chenille, Velvet, Foam, Wood
H 25.6 in W 86.62 in D 34.26 in
Carlo Scarpa Walnut and Leather "Scuderia" Dining Room Set for Bernini, 1977
By Bernini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
chapel, with an arcosolium bearing the family sarcophagi, the main pavilion, held in place on broken cast
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Leather, Plastic, Walnut
H 39.38 in W 19.69 in D 16.54 in
Carlo Scarpa Green Poliedri Chandelier in Murano Opaline Glass for Venini, 1958
By Carlo Scarpa, Venini
Located in Vicenza, IT
, held in place on broken cast iron supports, stands over a mirror-shaped stretch of water and occupies
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
H 7.88 in Dm 15.75 in
Carlo Scarpa Iroko Wood and Green Velvet Cornaro Sofa for Studio Simon, 1974
By Studio Simon, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
place on broken cast iron supports, stands over a mirror-shaped stretch of water and occupies one end of
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Chenille, Wood
H 25.6 in W 86.62 in D 34.26 in
Studio Simon Granite Brutalist Samo Table in the Style of Carlo Scarpa, 1970
By Studio Simon, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
sarcophagi, the main pavilion, held in place on broken cast iron supports, stands over a mirror-shaped
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Granite
H 28.75 in W 49.22 in D 70.08 in
Carlo Scarpa Big “Poliedri” Chandelier in Murano Opaline Glass for Venini, 1958
By Venini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
, held in place on broken cast iron supports, stands over a mirror-shaped stretch of water and occupies
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
H 17.72 in Dm 29.53 in
Carlo Scarpa & Marcel Breuer Naxos Marble “Delfi” Table for Studio Simon, 1969
By Studio Simon, Marcel Breuer, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
sarcophagi, the main pavilion, held in place on broken cast iron supports, stands over a mirror-shaped
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Marble
H 29.14 in W 86.62 in D 35.04 in
Carlo Scarpa Mid-Century Brown Walnut “Scuderia” Dining Table for Bernini, 1977
By Carlo Scarpa, Bernini
Located in Vicenza, IT
, held in place on broken cast iron supports, stands over a mirror-shaped stretch of water and occupies
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 51.97 in W 51.97 in D 28.35 in
"Basilea Sophisticated", a Design Book-Case System, Designed by Paolo Cappello
By Paolo Cappello
Located in Milano, IT
Basilea is a bookcase system with a modular structure and infinite possibilities to personalize it
Category
2010s Italian Bookcases
Materials
Brass
H 106.3 in W 141.74 in D 18.51 in
Industrial Rack by HRDLA Design
By Hrdla Design
Located in Ulft, Gelderland
1950s on Industrial cast iron wheels.
Category
2010s Czech Industrial Bookcases
Materials
Iron, Zinc
Rotating Cast Iron Bookcase
Located in Oakville, CT
Victorian cast iron bookcase / display stand
Beautiful Victorian cast iron bookcase / display
Category
Late 20th Century American Bookcases
Materials
Steel, Iron
Cast Iron Revolving Book Rack
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a nice heavy all iron revolving book stand. It has a dark waxed bare metal finish with with
Category
20th Century American Bookcases
Materials
Iron
Industrial Cast Iron Revolving Bookshelves
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Great industrial piece with adjustable shelves and 4 wheels at the base. Fantastic layered paint surface. Please see photos.
Category
Antique 19th Century American Bookcases
Materials
Iron
Adjustable Cast Iron & Wood Display Rack
Located in Oakville, CT
Adjustable Cast Iron & Wood Display Rack / Bookshelf. 5 Different Settings. At Upright Bookshelf
Category
20th Century American Bookcases
Materials
Iron
19th C W. Lucy & Co Ltd of Oxford Cast Iron Adjustable Racking Shelving
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A large and fully adjustable set off iron shelving, produced by W.Lucy & Co Ltd towards the end of
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Wrought Iron
Custom Industrial Rolling Open Bookcase Shelf Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
cast iron casters. CF Signature custom made in Brooklyn by cityFoundry.
Category
2010s American Industrial Bookcases
Materials
Iron
Custom Industrial Rolling Ash Shelve Unit Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
CF signature, solid ash, tall, open, industrial shelving unit, bookcase or display case features
Category
2010s American Industrial Bookcases
Materials
Iron
Shelving Unit, Storage Rack, Bookcase Industrial
By Get Back, Inc.
Located in Oakville, CT
Plywood shelves with a hand finish. Adjustable feet for leveling. Dimensions can be customized.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Bookcases
Materials
Steel, Iron
Shelving Unit, Storage Bookcase Industrial Style
By Get Back, Inc.
Located in Oakville, CT
Plywood shelves with a hand finish. Adjustable feet for leveling. Shelf dimensions can be customized.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Bookcases
Materials
Steel, Iron
19th Century Oak Revolving Bookcase
By Trubner & Co
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Good and very solid oak revolving bookcase in completely original condition.
Iron cast base
Category
Antique 1890s British Bookcases
Materials
Iron
Antique Revolving Bookcase
Located in Eindhoven, NL
contrast in colors.
revolving bookcase has a cast iron base which makes it very stabile. The revolving
Category
Antique 1890s European Edwardian Bookcases
Materials
Ash, Mahogany
Antique Revolving Bookcase
Located in Eindhoven, NL
contrast in colors.
revolving bookcase has a cast iron base which makes it very stable. Stands on a
Category
Antique 1890s European Edwardian Bookcases
Materials
Ash, Mahogany
Antique Revolving Bookcase
Located in Eindhoven, NL
cast iron base standing on porcelain wheels. This, in combination with the overall quality of Maple
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
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Cast Iron Bookcase For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the cast iron bookcase you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A cast iron bookcase — often made from metal, iron and wood — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a cast iron bookcase, we have 28 options in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer cast iron bookcase, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A cast iron bookcase is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Industrial, Art Nouveau and Arts and Crafts styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made cast iron bookcase over the years, but those crafted by Angus Snead MacDonald, Snead and Co. and Get Back, Inc. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Cast Iron Bookcase?
The average selling price for a cast iron bookcase at 1stDibs is $4,200, while they’re typically $760 on the low end and $22,500 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About Cast Iron Bookcase
- What are cast iron columns?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
- Are cast iron columns hollow?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Whether cast iron columns are hollow depends on the piece. Most cast iron columns are hollow due to the manner of crafting, but some are solid. On 1stDibs, find a selection of columns.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A 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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021Cast iron trivets are used for many things but are especially ideal for slow cooking meat. They can prop up food in Dutch ovens to prevent burning and increase heat distribution.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Yes, you can generally use cast iron as a planter because the material is durable and sturdy. However, you may need to drill drainage holes in a cast iron piece that wasn't intended to function as a planter to allow excess water to exit the vessel. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cast iron planters.
- Do cast iron Firebacks work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, cast iron firebacks are quite sturdy and work really well. As they are made of solid iron, it's a challenge to move and place them. Given that, cast iron firebacks are the best protection for the back wall of the fireplace. Find a variety of firebacks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.
- How do I hang a cast iron bell?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Cast iron is stronger than steel.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cast iron doorstops originated in the late 18th century. Osbourn Dursey invented the first doorstop in 1878. Decorative cast iron stops became popular in the 1920s and remained so throughout World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique cast iron doorstops.
- Do cast iron tables rust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, cast iron tables can rust. Pieces are more likely to develop rust when exposed to humidity, such as in bathrooms or outdoor living spaces in coastal areas. Wiping surfaces clean regularly and touching up scratches and chips can reduce the risk of rust. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron tables.
- When were cast iron beds made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
- Does cast-iron furniture rust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cast iron is frequently used for fireplaces due to its properties. The metal is highly durable, allowing it to hold up to the effects of frequent use. It also readily conducts heat to help warm up interiors. You'll find a variety of cast iron fireplaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Unlike cast iron, wrought iron is not brittle and will bend rather than break. Wrought ironwork is produced with a hammer and anvil and tends to be more intricate than cast ironwork, which is characterized by repetitive designs that can be carved into a wooden pattern and cast.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether cast iron is good for outdoor furniture is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people prefer cast iron due to its strength, durability and timeless Old World charm. On 1stDibs, find a collection of cast iron outdoor furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023To tell if a cast iron doorstop is valuable, always look for original paint. Any that have been repainted or repaired will have diminished in value. You can also use online resources to try and research items, but the best way to find out if a cast iron doorstop is worth anything is to consult a certified appraiser. An experienced professional can evaluate the condition, determine the maker and research the piece to assign an approximate value. On 1stDibs, find a range of doorstops.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, cast iron umbrella stands and anything made of cast iron can rust. Keeping your cast iron umbrella stand away from moisture and humidity is the best way to keep it from rusting. However, because it is designed to hold wet umbrellas that may be impractical. Some people like to paint cast iron to protect it from rusting. You’ll find a variety of cast iron and other umbrella stands from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The weight of a cast iron bench depends mainly on the size of the bench and whether other materials, such as wood are used in it. Cast iron weighs 0.26 pounds per cubic inch, making it quite a heavy material, and ideal for outdoor furniture that you want to ensure can weather heavy winds and precipitation. Shop an array of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
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