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18th Century ‘Coalbrookdale’ Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A Georgian hourglass, cast iron, hob grate by ‘Coalbrookdale’.
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A 19th century cast iron hob grate, the reeded panels with anthemion and rosette detailing, shaped
Category

Antique 19th Century Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Hob Grate
19th Century Cast Iron Hob Grate
H 22.5 in W 28.38 in D 9 in
Antique Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A large and notable antique Georgian cast iron Hob Grate, showing good quality casting, English
Category

Antique 1820s English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
Early 19th century elaborately cast iron hob grate with polished steel fret and bars. Width At
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century Cast Iron Hob Grate
Early 19th Century Cast Iron Hob Grate
H 21.25 in W 34.25 in D 13 in
19th Century English Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A 19th century English cast iron hob grate with cast foliage motif to front panels. Width At
Category

Antique 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

19th Century English Cast Iron Hob Grate
19th Century English Cast Iron Hob Grate
H 19.63 in W 32.25 in D 12.63 in
Antique Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Georgian cast iron hob grate, circa 1800. This early 19th century piece showcases a
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate
Antique Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate
H 17.92 in W 39.18 in D 10.24 in
English Cast Iron Hob Grate of Small Scale
Located in London, GB
An English cast iron hob grate of small scale. Scrollwork, beading and patera to cast front. 19th
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Antique 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

English Cast Iron Hob Grate of Small Scale
English Cast Iron Hob Grate of Small Scale
H 24.38 in W 19.25 in D 11.38 in
19th Century Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate Fireplace
Located in London, GB
19th century Georgian cast iron Hob grate fireplace A Fabulous conditioned original antique
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

19th Century Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate Fireplace
Located in London, GB
19th Century Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate Fireplace. Antique Original Hourglass Georgian Hob Grate
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Late Georgian Period English Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large late Georgian / Regency period English cast iron hob grate. Dating from circa 1800, this
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Metal, Iron

Late Georgian Period English Cast Iron Hob Grate
Late Georgian Period English Cast Iron Hob Grate
H 30.315 in W 35.827 in D 13.78 in
19th Century English Cast Iron Hob-Grate with Brass Feet
Located in London, GB
19th century English cast iron hob-grate, with brass fret, and ornately cast front and back. Width
Category

Antique 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron, Brass

19th Century Cast Iron Hob Grate in the Gothic Style
Located in London, GB
A 19th century cast iron hob grate in the Gothic style. The burning area with rosette pattern and
Category

Antique 19th Century English Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

19th Century Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate Fireplace Insert
Located in London, GB
19th Century Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate Fireplace. Fine Example Of An Early to Mid 19th Century
Category

Antique 19th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A decorative cast iron 'hour glass' hob grate. English, 19th century. Width At Front: 545 mm
Category

Antique 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Hob Grate
Cast Iron Hob Grate
H 22.88 in W 21.25 in D 11 in
Victorian Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A good quality George III style Hob grate. Finished in black graphite polish.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Hob Grate
Victorian Cast Iron Hob Grate
H 22.84 in W 38.19 in D 11.62 in
A Regency Cast Iron Hob Grate
By George Bullock
Located in London, GB
A finely cast hob grate from the early 19th century, in the manner of George Bullock. The scrolled
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

A Regency Cast Iron Hob Grate
A Regency Cast Iron Hob Grate
H 36.23 in W 35.83 in D 17.33 in
Georgian Style Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A Georgian style hob grate. The decorative front panels with shaped front bars to centre, and
Category

Antique 19th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Georgian Style Cast Iron Hob Grate
Georgian Style Cast Iron Hob Grate
H 25 in W 24 in D 13 in
19th Century Cast Iron Hob Grate
By Coalbrookdale Foundry
Located in London, GB
A decorative and very well cast hob grate from the early 19th century from renowned foundry
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

19th Century Cast Iron Hob Grate
19th Century Cast Iron Hob Grate
H 28.35 in W 32.29 in D 9.45 in
18th Century Antique Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A good quality Georgian hourglass hob grate, with urn and cameo decoration.
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

18th Century Antique Cast Iron Hob Grate
18th Century Antique Cast Iron Hob Grate
H 23.63 in W 35.04 in D 12.6 in
19th Century Victorian Cast Iron Hob Grate Fireplace
Located in London, GB
19th century Victorian cast ion Hob grate fireplace. Sand casted Hob-grate, Recently Salvaged From
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Antique Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
In original cast iron antique Georgian Hob Grate insert, with lion masks to the capitols and a
Category

Antique 1830s English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate in the Manner of Robert Adam
By Robert Adam
Located in Manchester, GB
Georgian 18th century cast iron forest hob grate of good size in the manner of Robert Adam. Simple
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Fireplace Tools and Chimn...

Materials

Iron

Antique William IV 19th Century Cast Iron Rococo Hob Grate
Located in Manchester, GB
Ornate antique William IV 19th century cast iron hob grate in the Rococo manner. Removed from a
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Rococo Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique George III Iron Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large George III cast iron hob grate with brass finials and column supports.
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique George III Iron Hob Grate
Antique George III Iron Hob Grate
H 28.94 in W 36.03 in D 19.3 in
Antique Georgian Style Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An attractive cast iron hob grate, finished with black graphite polish.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique Georgian Style Hob Grate
Antique Georgian Style Hob Grate
H 20.87 in W 16.74 in D 9.26 in
Scottish Georgian Manner Cast Iron Fireplace Hob Grate Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A versatile Scottish Georgian Manner Cast Iron Hob Grate fireplace insert by the renowned foundry
Category

Antique Early 1900s Scottish Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Rare, Period Cast Iron Regency Sarcophagus Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A rare Regency Sarcophagus cast iron hob grate after a design by George Bullock. The lion paw feet
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Regency Cast Iron Fireplace Grate
Located in Manchester, GB
Antique Regency cast iron hob grate with bold slow arched detail to the frame including fine lotus
Category

Antique 1830s Regency Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Hour Glass Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
An hour glass shaped cast iron hob grate. The decoratively cast front panel featuring floral
Category

Antique 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Hour Glass Hob Grate
Hour Glass Hob Grate
H 23.38 in W 32.13 in D 12.63 in
Good Quality English Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A decorative cast iron hob grate. The front panel featuring musical instruments, scrollwork and
Category

Antique 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Good Quality English Hob Grate
Good Quality English Hob Grate
H 23 in W 26.13 in D 12 in
Small 19th Century Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A small cast iron hob grate. The decorative front panel with cast busts, Anthemion leaf work and
Category

Antique 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Small 19th Century Hob Grate
Small 19th Century Hob Grate
H 23.25 in W 18.75 in D 12.5 in
Elegant Georgian Style Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
An elegant cast iron hob grate. The decorative front with foliage and scrollwork throughout. The
Category

Antique 19th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Elegant Georgian Style Hob Grate
Elegant Georgian Style Hob Grate
H 25.4 in W 25.2 in D 13.59 in
English Regency Fire Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An unusual cast iron hob grate, the front faces covered with polished brass.
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass, Iron

English Regency Fire Grate
English Regency Fire Grate
H 35.83 in W 36.23 in D 11.82 in
18th Century Cast Iron Half Hob Grate, 'CAST-ZE04'
Located in New York, NY
A fine example of an “hour glass” or “duck’s nest” cast iron half hob grate, possibly from the
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Georgian Hob Grate Fireplace
Located in London, GB
A good quality original Georgian hob grate cast iron insert made by the famous Carron foundry.
Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Georgian Cast Iron Half Hob 'CAST-ZB06', circa 1760
Located in New York, NY
A mid-18th century Georgian cast iron 'hour glass' half hob, circa 1760.
Category

Antique 19th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

19th Century Regency Cast Iron and Brass Hob Grate
Located in Manchester, GB
An unusual 19th century Regency cast iron and brass hob grate, circa 1810. Measures: 37" wide x
Category

Antique 19th Century Regency Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron, Brass

Cast Iron Regency Half Hob Grate, circa 1800, 'CAST-ZA26'
Located in New York, NY
A fine Regency cast iron half hob with acanthus leaf and hop motif, circa 1800.
Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century Cast Iron Carron Georgian Hob Grate Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A rare early 19th century Carron of Falkirk cast iron Georgian Hob Grate fireplace insert. A raised
Category

Antique 1820s Scottish Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Mid-19th Century Victorian Scottish Carron Hob Grate Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A medium sized mid-19th century Victorian Scottish Carron of Falkirk Hob Grate cast iron fireplace
Category

Antique 1860s Scottish Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Regency Style Hob Grate, 'CAST-ZB67'
Located in New York, NY
An extremely rare Hob grate in the high Regency style.
Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Regency Style Hob Grate, 'CAST-ZB67'
H 20 in W 30.5 in D 11 in
Grand Cast Iron Victorian Gothic Revival Hob Grate Fireplace, English, C.1860
Located in London, GB
A Grand Cast Iron Victorian Gothic Revival Hob Grate Fireplace, English, C.1860. Size: Depth: 14
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Gothic Revival Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Hob Grate
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
Antique Georgian brass and iron hob grate with moulded brass pilasters, chamfered side cheeks and
Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Hob Grate
Antique Hob Grate
H 35 in W 38 in D 17 in
Georgian Hourglass Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
the English Georgian period, this antique hob grate is intricately cast, featuring floral
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron, Metal

Georgian Hourglass Hob Grate
Georgian Hourglass Hob Grate
H 25.6 in W 24.22 in D 11.23 in
High Regency Style Hob Grate with Spherical Finials 'CAST-ZB82'
Located in New York, NY
A rare hob grate in the high Regency style with robust plain console pilasters and spherical
Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique William IV Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A good quality William IV Hob grate. Finished in black graphite polish.
Category

Antique 19th Century Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique William IV Hob Grate
Antique William IV Hob Grate
H 24.02 in W 22.45 in D 9.85 in
Hour Glass Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
An attractive cast iron 'hour glass' hob grate with rosette paterae embellishments. English, 19th
Category

Antique 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Hour Glass Hob Grate
Hour Glass Hob Grate
H 25 in W 24.5 in D 12 in
Antique Bullock Style Sarcophagus Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
is constructed in striking cast iron and brass and finished in black granite polish. The original
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron, Metal

Antique Bullock Style Sarcophagus Hob Grate
Antique Bullock Style Sarcophagus Hob Grate
H 26.38 in W 34.26 in D 13.78 in
Unusual Victorian Cast Iron Combination Fireplace
Located in Manchester, GB
An unusual Victorian cast iron combination fireplace in the early 19th century style with an arched
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

An Antique Regency Style English Half Hob Grate
By Carron
Located in London, GB
A large and substantial half hob grate in cast iron with brass reflector plates and embellishments
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Scottish Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass, Iron

An Antique Regency Style English Half Hob Grate
An Antique Regency Style English Half Hob Grate
H 24.41 in W 34.06 in D 11.03 in
19th Century Georgian Style Hob Grate Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A smart and well balanced 19th century Georgian style hob grate fireplace insert. A large framed
Category

Vintage 1960s English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Rare 19th Century Thomas Elsley Canopy on Legs Hob Grate
By Thomas Elsley
Located in Manchester, GB
delicately cast forest style hob grate. The unusual ash catcher is operated by the brass knob. When closed
Category

Antique 19th Century Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Large Brass and Cast Iron English Register Grate
Located in London, GB
interior, fan decoration to fireback and decorative hob grate, having inset brass male and female cameos
Category

Antique 1890s English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron, Brass

19th Century Cast-iron Arch Fireplace Insert
Located in London, GB
19th Century Cast-iron Arch Fireplace Insert. Original Victorian English Made Fireplace Insert
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Decorative Mid 19th Century Cast Iron Register Grate
Located in London, GB
A mid 19th century cast iron register grate with scrolled folliage and flower decoration on front
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

George III Hourglass Hob Grate with Pierced Steel Fret
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
placement in your home. Dating from circa 1790, this antique hob grate is handsomely cast in the Georgian
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Metal, Steel, Iron

A Magnificent Late Georgian Polished Wrought & Cast-iron Register Grate
Located in London, GB
A magnificent late Georgian wrought and cast-iron register grate, the wrought railed serpentine
Category

Antique Early 1800s English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Other, Iron, Wrought Iron

Large Period Regency Sarcophagus Grate
Located in London, GB
. Cast-iron structure adorned with brass paw-feet, lion-head and acanthus decoration below a Rococo fire
Category

Antique 1820s English Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass, Iron, Wrought Iron

Large Period Regency Sarcophagus Grate
Large Period Regency Sarcophagus Grate
H 35.5 in W 39 in D 17.5 in
Original Vintage Advertising Poster Baudin Cuisiniere Cooking Leonetto Cappiello
By Leonetto Cappiello
Located in London, GB
and admiring a new modern cast iron oven and stove with two pans of food heating up on the hobs, the
Category

Vintage 1930s French Posters

Materials

Paper

Period Regency Brass & Steel Register Grate
Located in London, GB
scroll and leaf capitals with bullseye end panel above, the pierced brass fret with decorative cast iron
Category

Antique 19th Century British Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass, Steel

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Cast Iron Hob For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic cast iron hob available at 1stDibs. A cast iron hob — often made from iron, metal and brass — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer cast iron hob, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A cast iron hob made by Georgian designers — as well as those associated with Regency — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one cast iron hob that is appealing in its simplicity, but Carron, Coalbrookdale Foundry and Thomas Elsley produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Cast Iron Hob?

A cast iron hob can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,650, while the lowest priced sells for $1,076 and the highest can go for as much as $26,796.

Finding the Right fireplaces-mantels for You

While we likely wouldn’t mourn the invention of home heating and air-conditioning, these innovations did tragically reduce the widespread need for fireplaces and mantels in our living rooms.

Once an essential fixture in all homes, the fireplace, which, along with the chimney, is as old as the Middle Ages, was actually rendered redundant with the advent of the cast-iron heating stove during the 18th century. Victorian-era heating stoves were popular in the common areas of a living space for their capacity to heat as well as for their lack of smoke compared to fireplaces. However, improvements in craftsmanship as well as the Industrial Revolution meant that fireplaces were evolving in form and functionality.

Even as HVAC systems would eventually see to it that fireplaces weren’t a necessity, no mechanically engineered thermal heating and ventilation technology can replicate the feeling of warmth and camaraderie that a flickering fire guarantees. We just love a good fireplace.

“With antique fireplaces, you get heart, soul, character and architecture,” says Tony Ingrao, a Manhattan-based interior designer who purchased an important 16th-century French limestone fireplace for a client’s Greenwich Village townhouse.

Vintage fireplaces and mantels have earned their coveted position as desirable focal points in any room over the course of a staggering evolution in design that has yielded everything from intricately carved works of limestone to sleek works of wood paneling and rolled steel.

As log after log turns into ash, these iconic designs prove their timelessness and value, monetarily and as prized decorative monuments. Whether you seek to simply warm a space or completely transform it, an eye-catching new mantel for your blazing hearth — be it an elegant neoclassical design, a marvelous work of marble in the Louis XV style or an unconventional contemporary variation — is the perfect solution.

Find a collection of antique and vintage fireplaces and mantels on 1stDibs today.

Questions About Cast Iron Hob
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cast 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cast 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, 2023
    Cast 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 ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether 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, 2022
    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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Cast 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, 2023
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, 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.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How 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, 2022
    Cast 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether 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, 2023
    To 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, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2022
    The 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.