Turns a fire into a feature
Whether the fire’s lit or not, you can’t help but gaze at these strikingly beautiful fireplaces.
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The name, Iziko Lokubasela, means ‘the place
where you make fire’ and, with the optional African
mask, is a reminder of the fireplaces’ ethnic origins.
Each piece is hand made and
decorated by African craftsmen.
The ceramic is press moulded
then hand sculptured. Certain
models are decorated with ethnic markings then
each Iziko is kiln fired to 1200˚C and allowed to cool
naturally. This process, combined with the unique
properties of the specially formulated ceramic
ensures against cracking during use.
When the Iziko has cooled, it is hand painted with coloured glaze, rapidly heated to 1100˚C then plunged
into wood shavings. When it has cooled to around 750˚C it is doused with water
withstanding thermal shock far greater than incurred in day to day use. This
technique gives each Iziko its uniquely individual aesthetics and characteristics.
The Iziko burns wood extremely efficiently, giving off a marvellous heat that radiates
into the room even when the fire has died down and reducing logs to a very fine ash, which minimises cleaning.
Heat output of the Iziko has been measured at up to a massive 30KW but this does depend on type and quantity of wood used,more typically a figure of up to 10KW can be expected.
Whether in a traditional inglenook or a highly contemporary lounge, the Iziko turns a fireplace into a real feature.
- Handmade African wood burning fireplaces
- Made from a unique ceramic that will not crack, rust, smoke or smell
- Superb performance, burning logs efficiently
- Three design options; African Earth, White Crackle and Deep Red
- Optional African Mask design, symbolising unity
- Complemented by handmade wrought iron stand
- Minimal cleaning required, only after around 20 fires
- Easily installed using standard flue pipes (relevant building regulations must be adhered to)
Specification:
Height: 855mm (On stand)
Width: 540mm.
Depth: 505mm
Weight: 52Kg (Body), 6Kg (stand)
Flue Diameter: Standard 125mm.
Colour Options
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African EarthBody & Lid: Mottled copper, green and burnt umber,ethnic markings around the upper body. African Mask: Colour as body and lid. Finish: Gloss |
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White CrackleBody & Lid: White background with dark crackle glaze. |
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Deep RedBody & Lid: Rich red with variable black and speckle. |
Part of the natural charm of these fireplaces is their handmade individuality, as a result the sizes, colours and weights may vary very slightly.
Please contact us for details of ordering without African Mask.
£1,099.00
Delivery by Palletforce £50
