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Large Antique Cast Iron Seated Frog Door Stop
Large Antique Cast Iron Seated Frog Door Stop

Large Antique Cast Iron Seated Frog Door Stop

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Large Antique cast iron seated frog door stop. USA, Circa 1920s. A rare and unusual model, of

Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Mid-19th Century Chinese Cast Iron Seated Figure
Mid-19th Century Chinese Cast Iron Seated Figure

Mid-19th Century Chinese Cast Iron Seated Figure

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Mid-19th century Chinese cast iron seated figure. Chinese seated figure in official robes &

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Pr 19th C. Cast Iron Entry Way Lions
Pr 19th C. Cast Iron Entry Way Lions

Pr 19th C. Cast Iron Entry Way Lions

$10,240Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pr 19th C. Cast Iron Entry Way Lions

By Fiske Or Mott

Located in New York, NY

Classic pair of 19th C. cast iron seated lions, in very good vintage estate condition. The lions

Category

Antique 19th Century American Neoclassical Statues

Materials

Iron

Bamboo Motif Cast Iron Window Seat
Bamboo Motif Cast Iron Window Seat

Bamboo Motif Cast Iron Window Seat

Located in Astoria, NY

Bamboo Motif Black Patinated Cast Iron Window Seat, with upholstered cushion and Global Views label

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Benches

Materials

Iron

Victorian Coalbrookdale ‘Nasturtium’ Pattern Cast Iron Garden Seat
Victorian Coalbrookdale ‘Nasturtium’ Pattern Cast Iron Garden Seat

Victorian Coalbrookdale ‘Nasturtium’ Pattern Cast Iron Garden Seat

By Coalbrookdale Foundry

Located in London, GB

A mid-Victorian Coalbrookdale ‘Nasturtium’ pattern cast iron garden seat, stamped 'C B DALE Co' to

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

19th Century English Cast Iron 'Love Seat' Garden Bench
19th Century English Cast Iron 'Love Seat' Garden Bench

19th Century English Cast Iron 'Love Seat' Garden Bench

Located in Baambrugge, NL

Authentic, compact English garden bench (love seat) made of heavy cast iron with a romantic and

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Figure Of A Seated Dog
Cast Iron Figure Of A Seated Dog

Cast Iron Figure Of A Seated Dog

Located in Essex, MA

Large heavy seated male dog. Well cast with nice details.Seated on a plinth base.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron and Wooden Garden Seat Bench
Vintage Cast Iron and Wooden Garden Seat Bench

Vintage Cast Iron and Wooden Garden Seat Bench

By Black Forest

Located in Nottingham, GB

Vintage Cast Iron and Wooden Garden Seat Bench A highly characterful vintage garden bench

Category

Vintage 1920s Aesthetic Movement Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Superb Quality Antique Early Victorian Ornate Cast Iron Garden Seat
Superb Quality Antique Early Victorian Ornate Cast Iron Garden Seat

Superb Quality Antique Early Victorian Ornate Cast Iron Garden Seat

Located in Suffolk, GB

Superb quality antique early Victorian ornate cast iron garden seat having a cast iron shaped back

Category

Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Benches

Materials

Iron

Brutalist Cast Iron Floor Lamp, Step and Seat
Brutalist Cast Iron Floor Lamp, Step and Seat

Brutalist Cast Iron Floor Lamp, Step and Seat

Located in Mortsel, BE

This Cast Iron Floor Lamp/Step/Seat is a multifunctional piece, perfect for giving your space an

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Eight Seat Communal Steel Top Dining Table with Cast Iron Attached Swing Seats
Eight Seat Communal Steel Top Dining Table with Cast Iron Attached Swing Seats

Eight Seat Communal Steel Top Dining Table with Cast Iron Attached Swing Seats

By Get Back, Inc.

Located in Oakville, CT

Industrial cast iron and wood swing out suspended seat / stool dining table with steel top. Can

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ta...

Materials

Metal, Steel, Iron

French Cast Iron Garden Bench with New Mahogany Seat & Back
French Cast Iron Garden Bench with New Mahogany Seat & Back

French Cast Iron Garden Bench with New Mahogany Seat & Back

Located in Buchanan, NY

This beautiful French cast iron garden bench, with its original faux bois style base and newly

Category

Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Passion Flower Two Seat Loveseat Bench After Coalbrookdale Company
Cast Iron Passion Flower Two Seat Loveseat Bench After Coalbrookdale Company

Cast Iron Passion Flower Two Seat Loveseat Bench After Coalbrookdale Company

By Coalbrookdale Foundry

Located in Forest Grove, PA

A rare Cast Iron Bench in the elaborate Passion Flower Pattern. This early botanical design

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Benches

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Forged Cast Iron And Upholstered Seat Bench
Mid-Century Forged Cast Iron And Upholstered Seat Bench

Mid-Century Forged Cast Iron And Upholstered Seat Bench

Located in Germantown, MD

A Mid-Century Forged Cast Iron And Upholstered Seat Bench Measures 24.75" in width, 12.5" in

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Antique Bamlett Tractor Seat, English, Cast Iron, Decorative, Agricultural
Antique Bamlett Tractor Seat, English, Cast Iron, Decorative, Agricultural

Antique Bamlett Tractor Seat, English, Cast Iron, Decorative, Agricultural

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique Bamlett tractor seat. An English, cast iron decorative agricultural piece and

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Three Paneled Ornate Garden Bench with Pine Slat Seat
Victorian Cast Iron Three Paneled Ornate Garden Bench with Pine Slat Seat

Victorian Cast Iron Three Paneled Ornate Garden Bench with Pine Slat Seat

Located in Savannah, GA

This large heavy cast iron bench was a staple for any important formal Victorian garden. Features

Category

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

Materials

Iron

C Dresser for Colebrookdale Aesthetic Movement Cast Iron Garden Canopy Seat Ends
C Dresser for Colebrookdale Aesthetic Movement Cast Iron Garden Canopy Seat Ends

C Dresser for Colebrookdale Aesthetic Movement Cast Iron Garden Canopy Seat Ends

By Coalbrookdale Foundry, Christopher Dresser

Located in London, GB

Designed by Dr C Dresser for Colebrookdale A cast iron Aesthetic Movement garden Canopy Seat named

Category

Antique 1870s Great Britain (UK) Aesthetic Movement Patio and Garden Fur...

Materials

Iron

Seated "Cat with a Bow" Still Bank, American, circa 1922
Seated "Cat with a Bow" Still Bank, American, circa 1922

Seated "Cat with a Bow" Still Bank, American, circa 1922

By Grey Iron Casting Company

Located in Incline Village, NV

"Cat with a Bow Seated" cast iron still bank is a difficult bank to acquire and is listed in Andy

Category

Vintage 1920s American Folk Art Toys

Materials

Iron

Antique C1900 Marble & Cast Iron Table or Seat Kitchen, Conservatory, or Garden
Antique C1900 Marble & Cast Iron Table or Seat Kitchen, Conservatory, or Garden

Antique C1900 Marble & Cast Iron Table or Seat Kitchen, Conservatory, or Garden

Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

character. It could possibly be used as a seat. Craftsmanship & Condition Cast iron base with a later

Category

Antique Early 1900s Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

Suite of 6 Fun Stools, Cast Iron Base, Seat Covered in Velvet
Suite of 6 Fun Stools, Cast Iron Base, Seat Covered in Velvet

Suite of 6 Fun Stools, Cast Iron Base, Seat Covered in Velvet

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

suite of 6 fun stools, cast iron base, seat covered in velvet; the fabric is worn.

Category

Vintage 1970s European Modern Stools

Materials

Chrome, Iron

Bespoke Dining Table Set, Industrial Cast Iron and Wood Swing Out Seats
Bespoke Dining Table Set, Industrial Cast Iron and Wood Swing Out Seats

Bespoke Dining Table Set, Industrial Cast Iron and Wood Swing Out Seats

By Get Back, Inc.

Located in Oakville, CT

Industrial cast iron and wood swing out seat dining table set. Hand-built in Connecticut and made

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Dining Room Sets

Materials

Metal, Steel, Iron

Dining Table Set - Vintage Industrial Cast Iron, Wood, Steel Swing Out Seat
Dining Table Set - Vintage Industrial Cast Iron, Wood, Steel Swing Out Seat

Dining Table Set - Vintage Industrial Cast Iron, Wood, Steel Swing Out Seat

Located in Oakville, CT

Dining Table Set - Vintage Industrial Cast Iron, Wood, Steel Swing Out Seat - Can be custom built

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Dining Room Sets

Materials

Metal, Steel, Iron

Burnt Top Rustic Dining Table Set with Attached Cast Iron Swing out Seats
Burnt Top Rustic Dining Table Set with Attached Cast Iron Swing out Seats

Burnt Top Rustic Dining Table Set with Attached Cast Iron Swing out Seats

By Get Back, Inc.

Located in Oakville, CT

Industrial cast iron and wood swing out seat dining table set. Seats are cast from ductile iron and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Dining Room Sets

Materials

Metal, Steel, Iron

American Cast Iron Garden Suite Early 20th Century
American Cast Iron Garden Suite Early 20th Century

American Cast Iron Garden Suite Early 20th Century

Located in Omaha, NE

cast iron, two-seat grapevine settee, circa 1930s–1950s. The side chairs retain their foundry stamps

Category

Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Zanotta Sella Seat in Pink Lacquered Steel Column with Cast-iron Base
Zanotta Sella Seat in Pink Lacquered Steel Column with Cast-iron Base

Zanotta Sella Seat in Pink Lacquered Steel Column with Cast-iron Base

By Zanotta, Achille Castiglioni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Zanotta Sella Seat in Pink Lacquered Steel Column with Cast-iron Base by Achille and Pier Giacomo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Steel

Pair of Cast Iron Dog Andirons
Pair of Cast Iron Dog Andirons

Pair of Cast Iron Dog Andirons

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Pair of heavy cast iron dog andirons in a seated pose in a black finish .

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Andirons

Materials

Iron

Vintage Asian Cast Iron Figural Form Table Lamp
Vintage Asian Cast Iron Figural Form Table Lamp

Vintage Asian Cast Iron Figural Form Table Lamp

Located in Bridgeport, CT

cast iron portly figure is seated atop two sacks and is holding a magical mallet. Daikokuten is one of

Category

Mid-20th Century Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique Victorian Cast Iron Dog Andirons
Pair of Antique Victorian Cast Iron Dog Andirons

Pair of Antique Victorian Cast Iron Dog Andirons

Located in Northport, MI

A pair of late 19th century Victorian cast iron andirons featuring seated dog finials atop scrolled

Category

Early 20th Century Andirons

Materials

Iron

Victorian English Cast Iron Chairs and Original Fabric
Victorian English Cast Iron Chairs and Original Fabric

Victorian English Cast Iron Chairs and Original Fabric

Located in Milano, IT

supporting frame made entirely of cast iron, with a round seat. There are 4 legs and they end in a very soft

Category

Antique 1890s Italian Victorian Chairs

Materials

Cast Stone

Pair of Folke Bensow cast iron benches Sweden 1920
Pair of Folke Bensow cast iron benches Sweden 1920

Pair of Folke Bensow cast iron benches Sweden 1920

By Folke Bensow

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare pair of folke Bensow benches Sweden circa 1920 Cast iron and new painted wooden seat and back

Category

Antique Early 1900s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wrought Iron

Small 17" Cast Iron Vintage Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair
Small 17" Cast Iron Vintage Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair

Small 17" Cast Iron Vintage Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair

Located in Waxahachie, TX

and was used as a salesman's sample. The armchair is made from durable cast iron and has a sturdy seat

Category

20th Century Models and Miniatures

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Vanity Bench Stool style of Oscar Bach
Antique Cast Iron Vanity Bench Stool style of Oscar Bach

Antique Cast Iron Vanity Bench Stool style of Oscar Bach

By Oscar Bruno Bach

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Bach. No label. Cast Iron x frame base, metal seat decorative griffin. Dimensions: 19.25" H x 23.5" W

Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Neoclassical Stools

Materials

Metal, Iron

Antique Theater Seats
Antique Theater Seats

Antique Theater Seats

Located in Oakville, CT

Antique Cast Iron & Wood Theater Seats Overall Dimensions: 42 1/2" x 20" x 32 1/4" high Seat

Category

Early 20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Iron

Singer Stool in Cast Iron and Wood, 1920s
Singer Stool in Cast Iron and Wood, 1920s

Singer Stool in Cast Iron and Wood, 1920s

By Singer

Located in Tilburg, NL

Great original Singer stool from the 1920s. Industrial furniture in its purest shape. Cast iron

Category

Early 20th Century English Industrial Stools

Materials

Metal

Cast iron garden bench  by Folke Bensow / 2 available
Cast iron garden bench  by Folke Bensow / 2 available

Cast iron garden bench by Folke Bensow / 2 available

By Folke Bensow

Located in Long Island City, NY

by Näfequarns Bruk in Sweden. Cast iron with wooden seat. Two benches available. Price is for each

Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Benches

Materials

Metal

Pair (2) of Mid Century Modern Spring Lounge Chairs with Iron Mesh Seat & Back
Pair (2) of Mid Century Modern Spring Lounge Chairs with Iron Mesh Seat & Back

Pair (2) of Mid Century Modern Spring Lounge Chairs with Iron Mesh Seat & Back

By Russell Woodard

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fantastic pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural Iron cantilevered lounge chairs in old black paint

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Steel, Iron

Italian industrial wood and cast iron stool by Singer, 1930s
Italian industrial wood and cast iron stool by Singer, 1930s

Italian industrial wood and cast iron stool by Singer, 1930s

By Singer

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian industrial wood and cast iron stool by Singer, 1930s Stool with round wooden seat. Cast

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Industrial Stools

Materials

Ironstone, Wood

The Original Swing-Out Seat Table – Triple Black with 10 Seats
The Original Swing-Out Seat Table – Triple Black with 10 Seats

The Original Swing-Out Seat Table – Triple Black with 10 Seats

Located in Oakville, CT

One Of A Kind Triple Black Dining Height Swing-Out Seat Table with 10 Seats **In Stock & Ready

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron

Elegant Vanity Seat or Bench
Elegant Vanity Seat or Bench

Elegant Vanity Seat or Bench

Located in Sheffield, MA

Antique Victorian period gold gilt cast iron metal bench. Seat is newly recovered in diamond

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Benches

Materials

Iron

Swing-Out-Seat Bespoke Breakfast Table
Swing-Out-Seat Bespoke Breakfast Table

Swing-Out-Seat Bespoke Breakfast Table

By Get Back, Inc.

Located in Oakville, CT

Vintage industrial cast iron, steel and wood swing out seat cafeteria style dining kitchen table

Category

2010s American Industrial Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel, Iron

Swing Out Seat Kitchen Dining Table Set
Swing Out Seat Kitchen Dining Table Set

Swing Out Seat Kitchen Dining Table Set

By Tim Byrne

Located in Oakville, CT

Dining Table Set - Industrial cast iron and wood swing out suspended seat or stool dining from Get

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

Industrial Swing-Out-Seat Outdoor Dining Table
Industrial Swing-Out-Seat Outdoor Dining Table

Industrial Swing-Out-Seat Outdoor Dining Table

By Get Back, Inc.

Located in Oakville, CT

. IPE stays cool to the touch and does not retain heat. Paired with baked acrylic enamel cast iron arms

Category

2010s American Industrial Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

The Original Swing-Out Seat with Ipe
The Original Swing-Out Seat with Ipe

The Original Swing-Out Seat with Ipe

By Get Back, Inc.

Located in Oakville, CT

swing-out seat is our hallmark product—proudly sand cast with premium ductile iron. This versatile

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Stools

Materials

Iron

Oak Dining Table with Attached Swing-Out Seats
Oak Dining Table with Attached Swing-Out Seats

Oak Dining Table with Attached Swing-Out Seats

By Get Back, Inc.

Located in Oakville, CT

Industrial dining table in red oak with built in attached cast iron swing out seats. A great space

Category

2010s American Industrial Dining Room Sets

Materials

Steel, Iron

The Original Swing-Out Seat with Unfinished Alder
The Original Swing-Out Seat with Unfinished Alder

The Original Swing-Out Seat with Unfinished Alder

Located in Oakville, CT

. The cast-iron assembly is painted satin black. Our rule of thumb for spacing is “one seat every two

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Stools

Materials

Iron

Swing-Out Seat Outdoor Cafe Table Set
Swing-Out Seat Outdoor Cafe Table Set

Swing-Out Seat Outdoor Cafe Table Set

By Get Back, Inc.

Located in Oakville, CT

, and naturally resistant to rot, decay and insects. Paired with ductile cast iron arms stress tested to

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel, Iron

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Cast Iron Seats For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of cast iron seats for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and wood, all cast iron seats available were constructed with great care. Find 349 antique and vintage cast iron seats at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 43 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Cast iron seats have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Cast iron seats are generally popular furniture pieces, but industrial, Victorian and mid-century modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many cast iron seats are appealing in their simplicity, but Get Back, Inc., Pepe Cortés and Folke Bensow produced popular cast iron seats that are worth a look.

How Much are Cast Iron Seats?

Cast iron seats can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,433, while the lowest priced sells for $125 and the highest can go for as much as $2,602,628.
Questions About Cast Iron Seats
  • 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 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 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

    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
    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 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 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.