Cast Iron Fireplaces - What you Should Know
When most people think of a fireplace, they envision one made of brick or even stone. But today more and more folks are turning to a cast iron fireplace. Here are some of the things to look for when considering getting your own cast iron fireplace.
Fireplace set up
A fireplace made from cast iron will generally feature a cast iron fireplace insert. It also includes a hearth, fireplace surround and fireplace mantel.
While the firebox and insert itself is made of cast iron, the other parts to the fireplace can be made from any type of materials you desire. For example, the fireplace mantel design can be out of wood or stone.
Design
This type of fireplace design is open to several different options. Since it is cast iron, you could choose to have a standard insert or it could be angled or arched for that matter.
You have total control over any custom made cast iron fireplace.
Heat source
You can decide on what type of heating source you want, whether it is gas, propane or even electric. The insert can be designed for any of them.
Finding a cast iron fireplace is not difficult. You can look online and find suppliers everywhere. Many websites have online catalogs that make browsing and shopping very convenient. Ordering is simple and delivery can be with in10-14 days.
If you are looking for something different in a fireplace you may want to take a closer look at the different types of cast iron fireplaces. They offer solid benefits such as longevity, cost and ease of clean-up and may be the solution you've been searching for.
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How do you season a cast iron reversible griddle?
I just brought a cast iron reversible griddle. For some reason , the seasoning instructions were missing. I want to season the griddle. Now, do I need to spray it with oil and let it cook on 425 for about an hour? How do I do this?
Here's instructions for one (may not be your brand, but probably works the same). Also, from personal experience, don't use vegetable oil to season cast iron, as it causes stickiness. Use shortening or bacon grease.
"Seasoning cast iron pieces isn't as awful as people make it out to be, and you should have to do a full seasoning only ONCE in the lifetime of the piece (forever, as far as I can tell).
How to do it? Melt a bit of shortening in a small bowl, grab a piece of paper towel, dip into the melted shortening and rub it onto the Lodge Pro Cast Iron Reversible Double Grill/Griddle. Just a thin coat -- no puddles.
Heat your oven to 350ยบ, place the grill/griddle on the top rack and place a piece of Aluminum Foil below it on the lower rack (to catch any drips of excess shortening). Close the door and time it for an hour. You may want to open a window and/or use the exhaust fan over your range, because the iron and its beauty-mask coating of Crisco smell "hot" -- and that isn't a complimentary term, in this case.
When the timer goes off, turn off the oven and allow the Lodge Pro Cast Iron Reversible Double Grill/Griddle to cool inside the oven. When cool, remove it and you're set to use it.
What you'll see is a brownish hue on the iron surface, and it will feel smoother. With each use, the color will darken (usually in splotches, depending on how/what you cook) and the iron will become even smoother. It will never be 100% non-stick, but you'll swear it's 99.9%.
Upkeep is simple. After a cleaning just spread a little shortening on the Lodge Pro Cast Iron Reversible Double Grill/Griddle and stow it again. I don't rub on a coating of shortening every time, but more like 3 times a year. Works, and my cast iron looks and cooks exactly as it should.
You'll see the grill/griddle needs a rub-down when it looks like it has some dry patches. Of course, it doesn't hurt to "moisturize" the whole thing every time you use it, but it isn't necessary."
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