A 22.5-inch wide cast iron fireback with a scallop shell design, for wood-burning or gas log fireplaces.
Since antiquity the scallop shell has symbolized the feminine principle. Venus, the Roman goddess of love, is frequently depicted with a scallop shell, as in Botticelli's famous painting of "The Birth of Venus." The scallop shell is also prominent in Christian iconography, and is particularly associated with St. James. The Atlantic bay scallop is the "state shell" of New York. The fireback has been an indispensable part of the fireplace tradition in Europe since the 15th Century. The colonists carried this tradition to America and today you can add that touch of elegance and history to your own fireplace, while enhancing the beauty of the focal point of your room. While many people think of our Firebacks as being purely decorative, they also serve several very practical purposes. Solid cast iron firebacks absorb heat and then radiate the heat directly into the room, making the fireplace much more efficient at heating the house. They also protect firebrick, increasing the life of the firebox and helping to prevent further damage to an aging fireplace. Firebacks are designed to rest on the floor of the hearth, but fireback supports may also be used to hold the fireback upright and raise it off the hearth floor if extra height is desired. Our firebacks are solid cast iron with a matte black finish. All our firebacks are designed for use with gas logs or wood burning fireplaces.
Best for
- Wood-burning or gas log fireplaces where you want to improve heat efficiency and protect the firebox
- Traditional or coastal-themed living rooms and family rooms
- Fireplaces with a flat hearth floor where the fireback can rest securely
- Adding a decorative focal point with historical symbolism
Not ideal for
- Fireplaces with uneven or sloped hearth floors without using fireback supports
- Spaces where a lightweight decorative piece is needed - this fireback weighs 28 lbs
Style and finish
The scallop shell motif is rendered in solid cast iron with a matte black finish, giving it a classic, timeless look that complements traditional, rustic, and coastal decor. The flat black surface absorbs heat efficiently and blends with most fireplace surrounds.
Materials and care
Made of solid cast iron with a flat black finish. Care instructions not specified by manufacturer; typically, wipe clean with a dry cloth when cool. Avoid water or cleaning agents that may cause rust.
Sizing and fit
Measures 22.5 inches wide, 17.75 inches tall, and 0.25 inches deep. Designed to rest on the hearth floor; fireback supports (sold separately) can raise it for additional height. Weighs 28 lbs.
Specifications
- Made of Cast Iron
- Flat black cast iron
- Measures 22 1/2"w x 17 3/4"h
- Firebacks are used for decoration and to push heat back into the room
- No Assembly Required
- Warranty: 90 day from manufacturer's defect
- Overall Dimensions: 22.5"(D) x 0.25"(W) x 17.75"(H)
- Item Weight: 28 lbs.
Frequently asked
What is it made of? Solid cast iron with a flat black finish.
Where in the home does this work best? In front of a wood-burning or gas log fireplace in living rooms, family rooms, or dens.
How is it mounted or assembled? No assembly required. Simply place on the hearth floor. Fireback supports can be used for added stability or height.
What's the warranty? 90 days from manufacturer's defect.
Can I use this with a gas fireplace? Yes, it is designed for use with gas logs or wood burning fireplaces.
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