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Cast Iron Industrial Table with an Old Pine Top
Cast Iron Industrial Table with an Old Pine Top

Cast Iron Industrial Table with an Old Pine Top

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

The table is made from an old industrial cast iron machine base and a old pine top.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Industrial Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Industrial Cast Iron Butcher Block Table
Early 20th Century Industrial Cast Iron Butcher Block Table

Early 20th Century Industrial Cast Iron Butcher Block Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Turn of the 20th century, tall, industrial table features a japanned, cast iron machine base with

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Cherry wood table on old cast iron base
Cherry wood table on old cast iron base

Cherry wood table on old cast iron base

Located in BEEKBERGEN, NL

Cherry wood dining table with a 4.5cm thick top and an old cast iron machine base. A beautiful

Category

Vintage 1920s British Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Cherry

Guhl & Harbeck Style Chain Stitch Hand Crank Sewing Machine
Guhl & Harbeck Style Chain Stitch Hand Crank Sewing Machine

Guhl & Harbeck Style Chain Stitch Hand Crank Sewing Machine

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a Guhl & Harbeck style chainstitch hand crank sewing machine. The C shaped cast iron

Category

20th Century German Industrial Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Guhl & Harbeck Style Chain Stitch Hand Crank Sewing Machine
Guhl & Harbeck Style Chain Stitch Hand Crank Sewing Machine

Guhl & Harbeck Style Chain Stitch Hand Crank Sewing Machine

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a Guhl & Harbeck style chainstitch hand crank sewing machine. The C shaped cast iron

Category

20th Century German Industrial Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Custom Industrial Round Slate Maple And Cast Iron Table
Custom Industrial Round Slate Maple And Cast Iron Table

Custom Industrial Round Slate Maple And Cast Iron Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

supported by elegant, cabriole, cast iron machine legs. The slate, maple and cast iron components harmonize

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Slate, Iron

Custom Industrial Maple Console Table With Cast Iron Base
Custom Industrial Maple Console Table With Cast Iron Base

Custom Industrial Maple Console Table With Cast Iron Base

Located in Brooklyn, NY

reclaimed maple block top with vintage cast iron machine legs. The gracefully bowed legs feature a lower

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Console Tables

Materials

Iron

Custom Industrial Maple And Cast Iron Cantilever Table
Custom Industrial Maple And Cast Iron Cantilever Table

Custom Industrial Maple And Cast Iron Cantilever Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

bespoke, limited-edition furniture. The table features a vintage cast iron machine base by the Burke

Category

20th Century American Industrial Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron

Industrial Reclaimed Wood Harvest Kitchen Island Great Table
Industrial Reclaimed Wood Harvest Kitchen Island Great Table

Industrial Reclaimed Wood Harvest Kitchen Island Great Table

Located in Oakville, CT

from reclaimed douglas fir. Legs are from a vintage cast iron machine base. 108" x 56 1/4" x 36 1/2

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

Antique Singer Cast Iron Red Treadle Sewing Machine Table Base
Antique Singer Cast Iron Red Treadle Sewing Machine Table Base

Antique Singer Cast Iron Red Treadle Sewing Machine Table Base

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. Antique Singer Cast Iron Red Treadle Sewing Machine Table Base. Item features cast iron construction

Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

19th century black cast iron factory singer sewing machine
19th century black cast iron factory singer sewing machine

19th century black cast iron factory singer sewing machine

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century black cast iron factory singer sewing machine circa 1880. Here we present a beautiful

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Antique Black Cast Iron Treadle Sewing Machine Table Base by New Home
Antique Black Cast Iron Treadle Sewing Machine Table Base by New Home

Antique Black Cast Iron Treadle Sewing Machine Table Base by New Home

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. Antique New Home Black Cast Iron Treadle Sewing Machine Base. Item features working foot pedal, stamped

Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Nautical Objects

Materials

Iron

1930s, Singer sewing machine table, solid oak wood, cast iron.
1930s, Singer sewing machine table, solid oak wood, cast iron.

1930s, Singer sewing machine table, solid oak wood, cast iron.

By Singer

Located in Tarm, 82

1930s, Singer sewing machine table. Solid oak wood unoriginal table top, cast iron construction

Category

Vintage 1930s German Industrial Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Vintage Singer Sewing Machine on Original Cast Iron Base
Vintage Singer Sewing Machine on Original Cast Iron Base

Vintage Singer Sewing Machine on Original Cast Iron Base

By Singer

Located in Sofia, BG

Original Singer sewing machine with all original parts. USA, circa 1920.

Category

Early 20th Century American Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Singer Cast Iron Treadle Sewing Machine Pink Marble Top Accent Table
Antique Singer Cast Iron Treadle Sewing Machine Pink Marble Top Accent Table

Antique Singer Cast Iron Treadle Sewing Machine Pink Marble Top Accent Table

By Singer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Singer Cast Iron Treadle Sewing Machine Pink Shaped Marble Top Accent Table. Foot pedal and

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

Industrial Design Science Vintage Black Cast Iron Dentist Machine 19th Century
Industrial Design Science Vintage Black Cast Iron Dentist Machine 19th Century

Industrial Design Science Vintage Black Cast Iron Dentist Machine 19th Century

Located in Vienna, AT

19th Century Industrial design black cast iron dentist machine circa 1890 Austria. Museums worthy

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Iron

Cast Iron Hand Water Pump
Cast Iron Hand Water Pump

Cast Iron Hand Water Pump

$340Sale Price|20% Off

Cast Iron Hand Water Pump

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a Hand Water Pump. It depicts a cast iron hand water pump that was originally painted blue

Category

20th Century Unknown Machine Age Models and Miniatures

Materials

Iron

Large Cast Iron Window Box
Large Cast Iron Window Box

Large Cast Iron Window Box

Located in Sheffield, MA

The vintage window box is made of welded and bolted straps of iron and will hold pots or containers

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Georgian Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Early 20Thc Hubley Cast Iron Dog
Early 20Thc Hubley Cast Iron Dog

Early 20Thc Hubley Cast Iron Dog

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This little folky original painted cast iron dog bank.This is the dog that's in the old Victrola

Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Round Table with Original Top
Cast Iron Round Table with Original Top

Cast Iron Round Table with Original Top

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

M/1432 - Original cast iron round table, with original iron top: rare. Perfect for a patio, for a

Category

Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Tables

Materials

Iron

Wheeler & Wilson Iron Base Sewing Machine Worktable with Marble Top
Wheeler & Wilson Iron Base Sewing Machine Worktable with Marble Top

Wheeler & Wilson Iron Base Sewing Machine Worktable with Marble Top

Located in Doylestown, PA

Early 20th century iron sewing machine table base with white marble top by Wheeler & Wilson of

Category

Early 20th Century North American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

Antique Victorian Ornate Cast Iron & Brass Swinging Baby Cradle or Plant Stand
Antique Victorian Ornate Cast Iron & Brass Swinging Baby Cradle or Plant Stand

Antique Victorian Ornate Cast Iron & Brass Swinging Baby Cradle or Plant Stand

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

approximately 1880 and done in the period Victorian style. The frame or stand for the cradle is composed of cast

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Children's Furniture

Materials

Brass, Iron

Midcentury Large Industrial German Copper, Brass, Cast Iron Gantry Pendant Lamp
Midcentury Large Industrial German Copper, Brass, Cast Iron Gantry Pendant Lamp

Midcentury Large Industrial German Copper, Brass, Cast Iron Gantry Pendant Lamp

By VEB

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

dome and bracket connect is cast brass and the hanging bracket itself is cast iron finished in black

Category

Vintage 1960s German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Copper, Iron

19th Century Clemens Muller Sewing Machine
19th Century Clemens Muller Sewing Machine

19th Century Clemens Muller Sewing Machine

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a 19th Century Clemens Muller Sewing Machine. It is made of cast iron painted black and

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Machine Age Models and Miniatures

Materials

Iron

19th Century Singer Sewing Machine
19th Century Singer Sewing Machine

19th Century Singer Sewing Machine

Located in Austin, TX

in France. Crafted with a sturdy cast iron base and an elegant oak frame, this vintage treasure

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Singer Manufacturing USA 81-5 Industrial Sewing Machine
Singer Manufacturing USA 81-5 Industrial Sewing Machine

Singer Manufacturing USA 81-5 Industrial Sewing Machine

By Singer

Located in Guaynabo, PR

iron sewing machine adorned with gold decals in the front and back that identifies the Singer

Category

Early 20th Century American Machine Age Models and Miniatures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Vase with Handles, Butcher's Broom Decoration, now for Christmass
Cast Iron Vase with Handles, Butcher's Broom Decoration, now for Christmass

Cast Iron Vase with Handles, Butcher's Broom Decoration, now for Christmass

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

O/4857 - Oval cast iron vase with handles, butcher's broom decoration: a typical winter subject

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Early Victorian Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Ironstone

Antique Tabletop Press, English, Cast Iron, Rotary, Flower Pressing, Victorian
Antique Tabletop Press, English, Cast Iron, Rotary, Flower Pressing, Victorian

Antique Tabletop Press, English, Cast Iron, Rotary, Flower Pressing, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique tabletop press. An English, cast iron rotary flower pressing machine, dating to

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

Clark & Johnson Gold Medal Sewing Machine
Clark & Johnson Gold Medal Sewing Machine

Clark & Johnson Gold Medal Sewing Machine

Located in Guaynabo, PR

painted iron manual hand crank sewing machine. Decorated with gold branches of leaves and a shield at the

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Iron

1970s Japanese Industrial Cast Iron and Copper Pendant Brass Cage and Glass Dome
1970s Japanese Industrial Cast Iron and Copper Pendant Brass Cage and Glass Dome

1970s Japanese Industrial Cast Iron and Copper Pendant Brass Cage and Glass Dome

By Kokosha

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

Width 28cm Height 28cm Weight 3kg Origin: Japan The top section of this lamp is cast iron whilst

Category

Vintage 1970s Japanese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper, Iron

Antique Beste Deutsche Linen Press Mangel Machine
Antique Beste Deutsche Linen Press Mangel Machine

Antique Beste Deutsche Linen Press Mangel Machine

Located in Chicago, IL

ornate black cast iron. The three-level glass shelf is visible from a central glass frame also encase in

Category

Antique 19th Century American American Classical Shelves

Materials

Iron

Antique Victorian Kitchen 40 Pound Scale Cast Iron Balance w/ Ironstone Plate
Antique Victorian Kitchen 40 Pound Scale Cast Iron Balance w/ Ironstone Plate

Antique Victorian Kitchen 40 Pound Scale Cast Iron Balance w/ Ironstone Plate

By Young Son & Marlow

Located in Hyattsville, MD

No chips or cracks to the Stoneware tray. Heavy item about 60 lbs. Seems to be working, but you will need counterweights to use it, that will go on the metal tray. Ironstone stone...

Category

Antique 19th Century American High Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Figural Cast Iron Canon and Leather Book Table or Desk Lamp
Midcentury Figural Cast Iron Canon and Leather Book Table or Desk Lamp

Midcentury Figural Cast Iron Canon and Leather Book Table or Desk Lamp

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Canada in approximately 1965 in the period midcentury style. The lamp features a figural cast iron canon

Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Antique Dalton Adding Machine c.1912
Antique Dalton Adding Machine c.1912

Antique Dalton Adding Machine c.1912

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT An antique cast iron and steel Dalton adding machine with Bakelite keys, wooden handle and

Category

Early 20th Century Industrial More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal, Iron

Antique 19th Century Trump Brothers Co. Treadle Scroll Saw Machine
Antique 19th Century Trump Brothers Co. Treadle Scroll Saw Machine

Antique 19th Century Trump Brothers Co. Treadle Scroll Saw Machine

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a 19th century Trump Brothers Co. from Wilmington, Delaware Treadle Scroll Saw Machine. It

Category

Antique 19th Century American Industrial Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Pair Sperti Inc. Raymond Loewy Style Adjustable Iron & Aluminum Floor Lamps
Pair Sperti Inc. Raymond Loewy Style Adjustable Iron & Aluminum Floor Lamps

Pair Sperti Inc. Raymond Loewy Style Adjustable Iron & Aluminum Floor Lamps

By (after) Raymond Loewy, Sperti 1

Located in Bainbridge, NY

head, extension rod on heavy Dark Cast Iron boomerang base. Adjustable 40H low to 57 high with shade

Category

Vintage 1940s American Machine Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

c1930 Art Deco / Machine Age Copper and Walnut Floor Lamp by FrankArt (signed)
c1930 Art Deco / Machine Age Copper and Walnut Floor Lamp by FrankArt (signed)

c1930 Art Deco / Machine Age Copper and Walnut Floor Lamp by FrankArt (signed)

By Frankart

Located in Southampton, NJ

design with spear-like points at the top of the lamp pole. The lamp is marked on the iron lamp weight

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Copper, Iron

Sperti Inc. Raymond Loewy Style Adjustable Iron Floor Lamp with Aluminum Shade
Sperti Inc. Raymond Loewy Style Adjustable Iron Floor Lamp with Aluminum Shade

Sperti Inc. Raymond Loewy Style Adjustable Iron Floor Lamp with Aluminum Shade

By Sperti 1

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Sperti Sunlamp Inc. adjustable Cast Iron with Clam Shell Aluminum Shade. In in the style of Raymond

Category

Vintage 1940s American Machine Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Victorian Industrial Iron Factory Table Cabinmodern Kitchen Worktable Island
Victorian Industrial Iron Factory Table Cabinmodern Kitchen Worktable Island

Victorian Industrial Iron Factory Table Cabinmodern Kitchen Worktable Island

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Very old single drawer metal worktable with slatted wood lower shelf. Fully functional, level and sturdy table, patina to all surfaces. Beautifully dark and aged. Measures: W 60 x D...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

Antique American Figural Painted Copper Horse Weatherwane with Cast Directional
Antique American Figural Painted Copper Horse Weatherwane with Cast Directional

Antique American Figural Painted Copper Horse Weatherwane with Cast Directional

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

done in formed copper to depict a galloping horse. The directional is composed of cast iron with a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Weathervanes

Materials

Copper, Iron

Industrial Iron and Wood Worktable, 1950s
Industrial Iron and Wood Worktable, 1950s

Industrial Iron and Wood Worktable, 1950s

Located in Kojetice, CZ

sewing machine cast iron base. The weight of the table is 23 kg.

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

20th Century Black Industrial Iron Ceiling Light by Veb
20th Century Black Industrial Iron Ceiling Light by Veb

20th Century Black Industrial Iron Ceiling Light by Veb

By Industrial Design

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

A vintage industrial steel ceiling light by VEB with black iron powder coat finish. These ceiling

Category

Vintage 1970s German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel, Iron

Set of 8 French Fold-up Iron with Slatted Wood Bistro Garden Dining Chairs C1920
Set of 8 French Fold-up Iron with Slatted Wood Bistro Garden Dining Chairs C1920

Set of 8 French Fold-up Iron with Slatted Wood Bistro Garden Dining Chairs C1920

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous set of 8 fold up garden dining area chairs with a bit of that Parisian charm and elegance associated with French Cafes. Chairs are in excellent antique unrestored condition....

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Ringside Boxing Bell Antique Wall Mountable Mechanical Brass 12" Dinner Gong
Ringside Boxing Bell Antique Wall Mountable Mechanical Brass 12" Dinner Gong

Ringside Boxing Bell Antique Wall Mountable Mechanical Brass 12" Dinner Gong

Located in Hyattsville, MD

are attached. Cast iron wall mounting plate bolted on wood panel for temporary hanging. Wood can be

Category

Vintage 1920s American Industrial Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Iron

Hardill & Horstmann British Midcentury Black Adjustable Task Lamp Iron Aluminum
Hardill & Horstmann British Midcentury Black Adjustable Task Lamp Iron Aluminum

Hardill & Horstmann British Midcentury Black Adjustable Task Lamp Iron Aluminum

Located in Lisboa, PT

structure, constructed in brushed aluminum, combined with a cast-iron base and a machined pivot system

Category

Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Pair of Antique Bronze Urn Form Fireplace Andirons
Pair of Antique Bronze Urn Form Fireplace Andirons

Pair of Antique Bronze Urn Form Fireplace Andirons

Located in Port Jervis, NY

finials. Two small acorns are missing as pictured. These are machined to precision, with many exact parts

Category

Antique 1890s French Neoclassical Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Antique Neoclassical Styled Andirons with Brass Urns & Lion Head Accents
Antique Neoclassical Styled Andirons with Brass Urns & Lion Head Accents

Antique Neoclassical Styled Andirons with Brass Urns & Lion Head Accents

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

a cast and polished brass with cast iron supports. The pair are decorated with a figural urn at the

Category

Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Revival Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

French Double Garden Bench
French Double Garden Bench

French Double Garden Bench

Located in Sheffield, MA

, front and back, as well as sides, decorative cast iron braces and stone block bases. The unit could also

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stone, Iron

Mid-Century Embossed Coca-Cola Portable Red Cooler With Bottle Opener
Mid-Century Embossed Coca-Cola Portable Red Cooler With Bottle Opener

Mid-Century Embossed Coca-Cola Portable Red Cooler With Bottle Opener

By Cavalier

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous Coca-Cola cooler from the fifties by the Cavalier co a producer of metal coolers for the Coca-Cola bottling co. In the fantastic red unmistakably Coca-Cola embossed on both ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Iron

Pair of Signal Table Lamp from Souda, Nickel, Made to Order
Pair of Signal Table Lamp from Souda, Nickel, Made to Order

Pair of Signal Table Lamp from Souda, Nickel, Made to Order

By Souda, Shaun Kasperbauer

Located in Brooklyn, NY

warm and inviting glow onto a polished central stem grounded by a cast iron base. With it’s refined

Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel, Iron

Pair of Signal Table Lamps from Souda, Black/Nickel, Made to Order
Pair of Signal Table Lamps from Souda, Black/Nickel, Made to Order

Pair of Signal Table Lamps from Souda, Black/Nickel, Made to Order

By Souda

Located in Brooklyn, NY

warm and inviting glow onto a polished central stem grounded by a cast iron base. With it’s refined

Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel, Iron

Pair of Signal Table Lamps from Souda, White & Brass, Made to Order
Pair of Signal Table Lamps from Souda, White & Brass, Made to Order

Pair of Signal Table Lamps from Souda, White & Brass, Made to Order

By Souda

Located in Brooklyn, NY

warm and inviting glow onto a polished central stem grounded by a cast iron base. With it’s refined

Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel, Iron

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Cast Iron Machine For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic cast iron machine available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and wood, every cast iron machine was constructed with great care. There are 102 variations of the antique or vintage cast iron machine you’re looking for, while we also have 7 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the cast iron machine you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A cast iron machine, designed in the Industrial, Victorian or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one cast iron machine that is appealing in its simplicity, but New Britain Machine Company, Shaun Kasperbauer and Souda produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Cast Iron Machine?

Prices for a cast iron machine can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $261 and can go as high as $24,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,425.
Questions About Cast Iron Machine
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The difference between iron and cast iron comes down to content. Iron is generally pure iron, a chemical element that is a solid metal at room temperature. Cast iron is a mix of iron, carbon, silicon, manganese, sulfur, phosphorus and other elements. Both iron and cast iron can be used to produce furniture, cookware, decorative objects and other items. Generally, cast iron is heavier than iron. Shop an assortment of iron and cast iron pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The name of the person who invented cast iron is unknown. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have determined that the ancient Chinese were the first to develop it. The earliest known examples of cast iron date back to the 6th century B.C. Cast iron production didn't begin in Europe until the 14th century A.D. Shop a collection of cast iron furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 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 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 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

    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 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

    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 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether cast iron garden furniture lasts depends on the quality of the pieces and how well you care for and maintain them over time. Many people choose cast iron, aluminum, wicker or rattan garden furniture for their outdoor patio sets. Shop an assortment of garden furniture on 1stDibs.