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NYC Building Architectural Cast Iron Frieze Foliate Design
NYC Building Architectural Cast Iron Frieze Foliate Design

NYC Building Architectural Cast Iron Frieze Foliate Design

Located in New York, NY

Turn of the century, cast iron frieze with foliate patterns. It originated from the cornice of a

Category

Early 20th Century American Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Circa 1900 Cast Iron Ornate Foliate Frieze NYC Building
Circa 1900 Cast Iron Ornate Foliate Frieze NYC Building

Circa 1900 Cast Iron Ornate Foliate Frieze NYC Building

Located in New York, NY

This antique cast iron frieze was reclaimed from the cornice of a New York City high rise building

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Victorian Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Ornate Frieze NYC Building Cornice Foliage Details
Cast Iron Ornate Frieze NYC Building Cornice Foliage Details

Cast Iron Ornate Frieze NYC Building Cornice Foliage Details

Located in New York, NY

Circa 1900, cast iron frieze with foliage details. This was originally part of a NYC building

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Distressed Cast Iron Frieze Panel Floral Design NYC Building Facade
Distressed Cast Iron Frieze Panel Floral Design NYC Building Facade

Distressed Cast Iron Frieze Panel Floral Design NYC Building Facade

Located in New York, NY

Late 1800s original solid cast iron panel from the cornice of a NYC building. Floral leafy scroll

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Floral Cast Iron Frieze Section from NYC Building Cornice - 88 in.
Floral Cast Iron Frieze Section from NYC Building Cornice - 88 in.

Floral Cast Iron Frieze Section from NYC Building Cornice - 88 in.

Located in New York, NY

This cast iron decorative architectural frieze was reclaimed from a NYC building cornice. This is

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron antique Cast Iron Fireplace
Cast Iron antique Cast Iron Fireplace

Cast Iron antique Cast Iron Fireplace

Located in Oostvoorne, NL

This typical English fireplace is characterized by the beautiful cast iron, with original tiles in

Category

Antique 19th Century British Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Urns
Antique Cast Iron Urns

Antique Cast Iron Urns

Located in Made, NL

Pair of Important Antique Cast Iron Urns Exquisite 18th-Century Directoire Urns

Category

Antique 18th Century French Directoire Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Regency Cast Iron Hobgrate
Regency Cast Iron Hobgrate

Regency Cast Iron Hobgrate

By George Bullock

Located in London, GB

A Regency cast iron hobgrate, in the manner of George Bullock, with stamps to the rear for the

Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique French Cast Iron Cross
Antique French Cast Iron Cross

Antique French Cast Iron Cross

Located in Calgary, Alberta

A finely cast 19th-century French cross mounted in its original stone base. The cross is decorated

Category

Antique 19th Century French Gothic Revival Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Signage Bracket
Antique Cast Iron Signage Bracket

Antique Cast Iron Signage Bracket

Located in Sheffield, MA

The antique signage bracket holder is made of cast iron painted black and has an attached 90 degree

Category

Early 20th Century American Windows

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Fireback
Antique Cast Iron Fireback

Antique Cast Iron Fireback

Located in Oostvoorne, NL

Beautiful l antique cast iron fireback. This fireback has a luxurious look. The fireback can be

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Fireback
Antique Cast Iron Fireback

Antique Cast Iron Fireback

Located in Oostvoorne, NL

Beautiful l antique cast iron fireback. This fireback has a luxurious look. The fireback can be

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Fireback
Antique Cast Iron Fireback

Antique Cast Iron Fireback

Located in Oostvoorne, NL

Beautiful large antique cast iron fireback. Due to its size, this fireback has a luxurious look

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron ‘Fern’ Bench
Victorian Cast Iron ‘Fern’ Bench

Victorian Cast Iron ‘Fern’ Bench

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A petite Victorian cast iron garden bench in a “Fern” pattern. White paint with areas of rust

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Cast Iron Urn
French 19th Century Cast Iron Urn

French 19th Century Cast Iron Urn

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A large, Neoclassical cast iron garden urn from the 19th century, exhibiting all the elegance and

Category

Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Fountain
19th Century Cast Iron Fountain

19th Century Cast Iron Fountain

Located in Dublin 8, IE

19th Century cast iron garden fountain of a reclining sea nymph with a wonderful aged patina.

Category

Antique 19th Century Irish Neoclassical Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Brazier
Antique Cast Iron Brazier

Antique Cast Iron Brazier

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A magnificent antique cast iron brazier with deep circular bowl, embellished with four lion heads

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Edwardian Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron, Metal

17th Century Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash
17th Century Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash

17th Century Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

Unique 17th century cast iron fireback or backsplash. This tall fireback is beautifully and

Category

Antique 17th Century European Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

A Cast Iron French Window Frame
A Cast Iron French Window Frame

A Cast Iron French Window Frame

Located in Chicago, IL

This monumental window frame once graced the upper story of a French apartment building, probably

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Windows

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash
Antique Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash

Antique Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

A beautifully crafted cast iron fireback, ideal for use as a functional fireplace insert or as a

Category

Antique 18th Century Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Beautiful Cast Iron Fireback or Backsplash
Beautiful Cast Iron Fireback or Backsplash

Beautiful Cast Iron Fireback or Backsplash

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

This nice and tall cast iron fireback is beautifully decorated and in great condition. It fireback

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Petite Cast Iron Urn
Petite Cast Iron Urn

Petite Cast Iron Urn

Located in South Salem, NY

A mid-20th century grey slightly metallic painted cast iron urn. This urn features an egg and dart

Category

Mid-20th Century French Urns

Materials

Iron

Wrought Iron Driveway Gates with Cast Iron Posts
Wrought Iron Driveway Gates with Cast Iron Posts

Wrought Iron Driveway Gates with Cast Iron Posts

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An elegant set of reclaimed wrought iron gates with accompanying cast iron posts to set the stage

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Cast Iron Grapevine Garden Set-Complete
Cast Iron Grapevine Garden Set-Complete

Cast Iron Grapevine Garden Set-Complete

Located in Omaha, NE

Mid-Century Cast Iron Grapevine Garden Complete Set – 5-Piece Victorian Revival, Made in USA

Category

Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique European Cast Iron Fireback
Antique European Cast Iron Fireback

Antique European Cast Iron Fireback

Located in Oostvoorne, NL

Antique cast iron fireback presenting a classic scene.   

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique European Cast Iron Fireback
Antique European Cast Iron Fireback

Antique European Cast Iron Fireback

Located in Oostvoorne, NL

Antique cast iron fireback presenting a classic scene.  

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Large Cast Iron Antique Fireback
Large Cast Iron Antique Fireback

Large Cast Iron Antique Fireback

Located in Oostvoorne, NL

Beautiful large antique cast iron fireback. Due to its size, this fireback has a luxurious look

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique European Cast Iron Fireback
Antique European Cast Iron Fireback

Antique European Cast Iron Fireback

Located in Oostvoorne, NL

Antique cast iron fireback presenting a classic scene. This item is style similar to our fireback

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Andirons, Pair
Cast Iron Andirons, Pair

Cast Iron Andirons, Pair

Located in San Francisco, CA

A pair of French cast iron andirons. Each: 7.25" x 17.25" x 15"

Category

Mid-20th Century French Andirons

Materials

Iron

Outstanding Cast Iron Jardinere Stand
Outstanding Cast Iron Jardinere Stand

Outstanding Cast Iron Jardinere Stand

Located in Swadlincote, GB

An outstanding cast iron jardinere three tier stand, with super and very crisp castings of cherubs

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron ‘Fern’ Garden Chairs
Victorian Cast Iron ‘Fern’ Garden Chairs

Victorian Cast Iron ‘Fern’ Garden Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A pair of Victorian cast iron garden chairs in a “Fern” pattern. White paint with areas of rust

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Bull Statue
Cast Iron Bull Statue

Cast Iron Bull Statue

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Cast Iron Bull Statue. Please confirm location with seller (NY or NJ)

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Statues

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Garden Planter Base
Cast Iron Garden Planter Base

Cast Iron Garden Planter Base

By J.W. Fiske & Company

Located in New Windsor, NY

Early 20th century tapered cast iron planter base. Good overall condition with minor rust and drip

Category

Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Revival Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Iron

Pair Large Italian Cast Iron Atheniennes
Pair Large Italian Cast Iron Atheniennes

Pair Large Italian Cast Iron Atheniennes

Located in New York, NY

Pair large Italian cast iron atheniennes. Tripod form oil lamps after the antique with urn shaped

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Planter
19th Century Cast Iron Planter

19th Century Cast Iron Planter

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This late 19th century garden planter, in distressed grey lacquered cast iron, sits on a solid

Category

Antique 19th Century French Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Chinese Wanli-Era Cast Iron Bell
Chinese Wanli-Era Cast Iron Bell

Chinese Wanli-Era Cast Iron Bell

Located in Chicago, IL

A cast iron bell, when struck with a wooden beam, announced the time of day to villagers. This

Category

Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Edwardian Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Edwardian Cast Iron Fireplace Insert

Edwardian Cast Iron Fireplace Insert

Located in Edinburgh, GB

A vibrant Edwardian cast iron insert with original attractive side tiles, complete with a polished

Category

Antique Early 1900s Scottish Edwardian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Scrolling Railing Panel
Victorian Cast Iron Scrolling Railing Panel

Victorian Cast Iron Scrolling Railing Panel

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A decorative Victorian era cast iron decorative railing panel by George Wright & Co, Rotherham

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Victorian Walter MacFarlane Cast Iron Gates
Victorian Walter MacFarlane Cast Iron Gates

Victorian Walter MacFarlane Cast Iron Gates

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A set of antique cast iron gates stamped Walter Macfarlane and Co., Glasgow and with diamond

Category

Antique 19th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Putti Figures
Pair of Cast Iron Putti Figures

Pair of Cast Iron Putti Figures

Located in London, GB

A charming pair of cast iron putti figures. Early to mid-20th century, great untouched patina.

Category

Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Statues

Materials

Iron

Antique English Cast Iron Garden Gate
Antique English Cast Iron Garden Gate

Antique English Cast Iron Garden Gate

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An ornate antique English cast iron garden gate with an old black paint finish. Dating from the

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique Cast Iron Balusters
Pair of Antique Cast Iron Balusters

Pair of Antique Cast Iron Balusters

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Pair of Antique Cast Iron Balusters Dimensions: 14”H x 7”DIA

Category

Antique 19th Century French Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash
Antique Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash

Antique Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

Beautifully detailed and large antique cast iron fireback. This fireback shows very well

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Large Andrew Handyside Cast Iron Campana Urn
Large Andrew Handyside Cast Iron Campana Urn

Large Andrew Handyside Cast Iron Campana Urn

By Handyside Foundry

Located in Hastings, GB

A substantial 19th century cast iron urn by the Handyside company of Deby, circa 1870, time worn

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Urns

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Metal Wall Coat Hook
Antique Cast Iron Metal Wall Coat Hook

Antique Cast Iron Metal Wall Coat Hook

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Antique Cast Iron Metal Wall Coat Hook Hanger Hardware. This is a very unique style for a wall coat

Category

Vintage 1920s British Victorian Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Gothic Garden Chair
Antique Cast Iron Gothic Garden Chair

Antique Cast Iron Gothic Garden Chair

Located in Sheffield, MA

Impressive English cast iron painted garden throne chair with high back and wonderful decorative

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Decorative Railing Panel
Victorian Cast Iron Decorative Railing Panel

Victorian Cast Iron Decorative Railing Panel

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A decorative Victorian era cast iron decorative railing panel by George Wright & Co, Rotherham

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

White cast iron garden bench, 20th century
White cast iron garden bench, 20th century

White cast iron garden bench, 20th century

Located in Greding, DE

White lacquered cast iron garden bench in the neo-Gothic style of late 19th century Victorian

Category

20th Century Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

White cast iron garden bench, 20th century
White cast iron garden bench, 20th century

White cast iron garden bench, 20th century

Located in Greding, DE

White lacquered cast iron garden bench in the neo-Gothic style of late 19th century Victorian

Category

20th Century Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Antique Cast Iron Fireplace Insert

Antique Cast Iron Fireplace Insert

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An antique cast iron fireplace insert. A distinctive Victorian fireplace insert with beautifully

Category

Early 20th Century English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Wrought & Cast Iron Side Gate
Antique Wrought & Cast Iron Side Gate

Antique Wrought & Cast Iron Side Gate

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A striking antique wrought iron and cast iron side gate, circa 1870, beautifully handcrafted with

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

French Cast Iron Mascaron Spout with Backplate
French Cast Iron Mascaron Spout with Backplate

French Cast Iron Mascaron Spout with Backplate

Located in Dallas, TX

More information coming soon… Dating to the 1900s, this French cast iron mascaron spout backplate

Category

20th Century French Fountains

Materials

Metal, Iron

Pair of Antique Cast Iron Angel Head
Pair of Antique Cast Iron Angel Head

Pair of Antique Cast Iron Angel Head

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Pair of Antique Cast Iron Angel Head Dimensions: Approx 3.75" x 8" x 25"

Category

Antique 19th Century French Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Pedestal Corner Basin
Antique Cast Iron Pedestal Corner Basin

Antique Cast Iron Pedestal Corner Basin

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An antique cast iron pedestal corner basin, dating from circa 1870. This unusual sink will make a

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bathroom Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Large Regency Cast Iron Hob Grate
Large Regency Cast Iron Hob Grate

Large Regency Cast Iron Hob Grate

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A large regency era cast iron hob grate reclaimed from a house in Hindhead, Surrey. This original

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Two Vintage Cast Iron Garden Chairs
Two Vintage Cast Iron Garden Chairs

Two Vintage Cast Iron Garden Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Two vintage cast iron garden chairs. Chairs are white painted with a fruit pattern. Chairs has some

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Buildings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of cast iron buildings available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and brass, all cast iron buildings available were constructed with great care. We have 5732 antique and vintage cast iron buildings in-stock, while there are 15 modern editions to choose from as well. Cast iron buildings have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Cast iron buildings bearing Victorian or Neoclassical hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Coalbrookdale Foundry, Bradley & Hubbard and Thomas Elsley each produced beautiful cast iron buildings that are worth considering.

How Much are Cast Iron Buildings?

Prices for cast iron buildings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, cast iron buildings begin at $40 and can go as high as $132,362, while the average can fetch as much as $1,465.

Finding the Right Building And Garden Elements for You

Choosing the right antique or vintage building and garden elements can prove pivotal when you’re working to beautify any room in your home or just put the finishing touches on a garden or other outdoor area.

It takes time and effort to improve your outdoor space or merely to bring an air of tranquility to an indoor area set aside for private relaxation or gathering with friends. The good news is that 1stDibs can help.

To introduce a sense of timelessness to a back patio or interior common area, choose cast-stone statues or sculptural busts for a dose of drama or select ornate architectural elements such as corbels, plaques or panels made of marble or iron. Elsewhere, find a focal point in your living room and create a “feature wall” by bringing pops of color into a corner with handmade antique ceramic tiles.

It helps when design changes like these have a practical upside too.

Victorian cast-iron stair treads hearken back to a time when adding decorative details to your property was a priority. While lending an attractive appearance to an exterior staircase, these safeguards render the steps slip-resistant for those coming and going. And as one good stylistic choice usually leads to another, pairing your sophisticated treads with a coupling of 19th-century hand-forged andirons would be a thoughtful, durable touch for any courtyard or comfortable lounge space, be they intended for an indoor fireplace or a patio firepit.

Where the garden is concerned, any sophisticated garden ornaments you select should work with nature, not against it. Wrought-iron garden gates will simply refuse to be relegated to the background. Instead, they’ll draw attention to your painstakingly sculpted hedges and colorful flora. When paired with a sparse arrangement of other tasteful additions, such as a stone planter, garden stool or other welcoming pieces of outdoor seating, the effect can be transformative.

On 1stDibs, find a sprawling collection of antique garden furniture and architectural elements that meet every need. Our offerings include everything from sculptural bathroom fixtures to flooring ideas to pedestals and columns designed in a variety of styles and much more.

Questions About Cast Iron Buildings
  • 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.