For sale is this outstanding, large, fully restored antique cast iron fire surround from the late Victorian / early Edwardian period in an aesthetic style. It carries authentic foundry marks and was cast between 1890-1900. It is a splendid piece of architectural history.
Fully functioning and beautifully preserved, it is a striking yet simple surround. It is tastefully and generously proportioned and retains its original, substantial mantle shelf.
With no rear projection, it is perfect to go over an existing chimney breast opening or against a flat wall. It has a rebate of around 4cm so will also fit nicely over an insert.
A classic antique period piece, this surround has been professionally stripped, cleaned, protective coated and polished to bring out its original character.
Made of solid cast iron, the whole thing is in excellent condition for its age with a beautiful patina.
As with most period fireplaces of this type, the simplicity of design and quality of the ironwork is what makes it so attractive. This particular example features gorgeous, layered ironwork around the body and an attractive panel above the opening. It is a lovely item that will bring unique charm and character to your property.
It has been fully polished and coated for protection.
There are discreet mounting lugs on the rear of the shelf, which we can remove if you prefer. There are also discreet pre-drilled holes on the outer body enabling you to use an L shaped mounting bracket for simple and safe installation.
Measurements:
120.5cm high (bottom to top of mantle)
107cm wide at mantle
16cm depth at mantle
92.5cm wide at legs
Inner aperture 67cm wide
Inner aperture 83cm high
Rebate front (to accommodate an insert ) 4cm
Rear projection of the whole thing is 0cm, making it a great choice for fitting either against a flat wall, over an insert or over an existing opening.
About us:
We are a small family business specialising in restoring antique cast iron fireplaces and surrounds. We sell direct to the public and sell only online to give customers great value unbeatable prices. We love giving (and receiving!) great feedback on our beautiful restorations. Don't hesitate to ask us any questions.
About our restorations:
Our fireplaces and surrounds are restored and finished using traditional methods and materials. A restored fireplace will bear well concealed signs of the restoration work and will have natural imperfections due to the nature of antique cast iron. This simply adds to the character of the piece in our view.
Payment:
We accept credit/debit card, Paypal and Apple Pay at the ebay checkout. Please contact us if you prefer to pay for your fireplace by bank transfer. Payments should be made within three days of sale. Please note that we are duty bound to report any non-payers to ebay.
Collection and delivery:
We will securely courier the item to most parts of the U.K. but please check with us if you live in a remote location such as the Scottish Highlands or Channel Islands.
For deliveries, we ensure all of our restored fireplaces are protective wrapped and delivered by our trusted courier, who takes great care with each item. The drivers will carry your fireplace into your home and place it in a location of your choice. The cost of delivery is a flat fee of £70 per item, payable at the checkout.
If you are local to us, your item can be collected in person from our home workshop in Wilmslow, Cheshire (SK9 postcode). We will assist you where possible in loading.
Installation:
If you are installing a heating appliance in your home, it is your responsibility to ensure that you or your builder follows building regulations and, where applicable, complies with HETAS and GAS SAFE regulations in the UK. Cast Iron Fireplace Restorations Ltd cannot accept responsibility for the performance or suitability of an individual fireplace, which should be assessed prior to installation by a suitably qualified installer.
If your fireplace is purely for decorative purposes, the HETAS and GAS SAFE regulations do not apply.
A reliable local installer or builder can normally be found using an online service such as www.mybuilder.com or www.myjobquote.co.uk
Returns and cancellation policy:
As most of our items are very old they are sold as described. We endeavour to give a genuine and honest description for every item to avoid any misunderstandings or issues.
If you are not completely happy with the item we will happily cancel the sale without fuss and provide a refund in accordance with Consumer Contract Regulations. You must return the goods to us within 14 days of receipt and they must be returned in exactly the same condition as when purchased.
Please see our other items for more beautiful restored cast iron fireplaces you will love.