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Mid-Century Hand Crafted Cast Iron and Teak Wood Rail Road Station Bench
Located in Houston, TX
Benches like these were cast in old foundries in Calcutta and were extensively used in colonial
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Vintage 1950s Indian British Colonial Benches

Materials

Iron

American Aesthetic Movement Swivel Stool with Cast Iron and Wood Base
Located in New York, NY
American aesthetic movement swivel stool with cast iron and wood base Cast iron and wood base
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Antique 19th Century American Stools

Materials

Wood

Swedish Checkmark All Original in Cast Iron and Pine, 1800s
Located in Singapore, SG
The most stunning patina on this checkmark that can be used as a bench, table or sideboard.
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Antique Early 19th Century Jugendstil Benches

Materials

Pine

1880s French Arras Garden Chair with Cast Iron Lion Claw Feet
By Arras Foundry
Located in Milan, IT
have cast iron lion claw feet indicating their age. Originally white is now stripped and polished and
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid 19th Century Cast Iron Bench, Fully Restored And Ready For Painting
Located in Avington, Hampshire
Mid 19th Century cast iron bench, fully restored and ready for painting
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Antique 19th Century British Benches

Antique Cinema Chairs with Maple Seats and Back and Cast Iron Frame
Located in Glencarse, GB
A large quantity of cinema chairs with maple seats and back and cast iron frame. These chairs
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20th Century Chairs

1880s French Pair of Arras Garden Chair with Cast Iron Lion Claw Feet
By Arras Foundry
Located in Milan, IT
elegi’ and have cast iron lion claw feet indicating their age. Originally white are now stripped and
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Chairs

Materials

Metal

Antique Swivel Chair from Sweden 1920s in Solid Oak and Cast Iron
Located in Singapore, SG
abraded cast iron in the joint. This has created a gap in the swivel and the chair nudges slightly. Not on
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Early 20th Century Swedish Jugendstil Swivel Chairs

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Folding Iron Campaign Daybed
Located in By Appointment Only, Ontario
French cast iron, painted, folding campaign daybed. Original metal strap mattress support is
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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Daybeds

Materials

Iron

Antique Office Swivel Chair from Sweden 1920s in Oak and Cast Iron
Located in Singapore, SG
Stunning, solid, and very comfortable office chair. The fabric needs to be changed, we leave that to you to decide. Leather is also a very nice option.
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Early 20th Century Swedish Jugendstil Swivel Chairs

Materials

Oak

Savonarola Bronze and Wrought Iron Hall Bench
Located in Sheffield, MA
Bronze and wrought iron hall bench in Savonarola style on X-form bases with molded arms, lion’s
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20th Century British Renaissance Revival Benches

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

Set of Six English Gothic Revival Wrought Iron Dining or Garden Armchairs
Located in Chicago, IL
usually used for railings and gates. After 1830 cast iron was typically used for garden furniture. A
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Antique Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Chairs

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Florentine Craftsmen Polo Player Back Wrought Iron Armchair Made for MJ Knoud
Located in Southampton, NY
Cast brass polo player back, heavy wrought iron chair frame. Wooden slat seat, square shaped legs
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Vintage 1970s American Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Park Bench by Folke Bensow, 1920s
By Nafveqvarns Bruk, Folke Bensow
Located in Paris, FR
Park bench, original cast-iron mounts decorated with palm leaves. New wood plank seat. “Nr 1
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Benches

Materials

Iron

Folke Bensow, Pair of Benches No. 2, Näfequarns Bruk, Sweden 1925
By Folke Bensow, Nafveqvarns Bruk
Located in Berlin, DE
Sweden. Black cast Iron and lacquered wood.  
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Industrial Singer Workshop Stool
Located in Ulft, Gelderland
Industrial workshop stool by Singer. Heavy cast iron base with solid oak top. Made in France during
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Vintage 1920s French Stools

Materials

Iron

Gothic Bench
Located in Hungerford, GB
This bench has a wooden seat and back support and cast iron ends, which have a divine Gothic design
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Antique 16th Century European Gothic Benches

Materials

Iron

1930s Vintage LUX Dental Chair
Located in Warsaw, PL
and tilt adjustment of the chair. In addition, a fold-out step for children. Stabile cast iron
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Vintage 1930s Polish Industrial Armchairs

Materials

Iron

White Reeded Strapwork Regency Bench
Located in Hungerford, GB
A beautiful Regency bench in very good condition. The wrought iron creates flowing lines which give
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Antique 19th Century English Regency Benches

Materials

Wrought Iron

Jugendstil Konzertstuhl
By Hector Guimard
Located in Heiligenberg, DE
Konzerststuhl aus dem Jugendstil, Frankreich um 1900. Die formschönen Wangen aus Gusseisen sind Hector Guimard (1867 Lyon - 1942 New York City) zugeschrieben. Hector Guimard war eine...
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Kokoon Sofa by Jean Louis Deniot for Marc de Berny
By Jean-Louis Deniot
Located in London, GB
Kokoon sofa (all prices exclude delivery).
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Sofas

Materials

Iron

Postmodern Glass Block "Rion" Loveseat Sofa
By Arcana
Located in Brooklyn, NY
exploration into the miss-use of common building materials, here seen with glass block and wrought iron window
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2010s American Post-Modern Loveseats

Materials

Wrought Iron

Floral Art Nouveau Hall Chest Bench with Coat Racks in Carved Oak, circa 1900
Located in L Etang, FR
Nouveau / Liberty, Italy, circa 1900. In 2 parts: -Upper part: huge beveled mirror, 2 cast iron hooks
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Benches

Materials

Iron

Set of Cast Iron and Bronze Garden Furniture
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous set of Neoclassical cast iron and bronze seating, consisting of a bench, side chair and
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron, Bronze

Maison Jansen Style French Empire Bench
By Maison Jansen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic Maison Jansen style bench is very much in the French Empire revival look with its curule-form, black frame and polished brass swan head and medallions. Note:...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Empire Revival Benches

Materials

Brass, Iron

Rare Lounge Chair Model 121 by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Holland, 1956
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Woudrichem, NL
comfortable lounge chair on cast iron legs. The chair is reupholstered with a fabulous graphic fabric by Nina
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Stylex Beige Leather Adjustable Back Office Chair 8 Available
Located in Lakewood, NJ
Swing by Stylex leather chair. Mid Pivot Syncro Saddle Serena - 8 chairs available. Elegant and durable, soft and cool to the touch, these are the top quality leather office/conferen...
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Early 2000s American American Craftsman Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Iron

Desk Chair by Roux-Spitz Adjustable Swivel Rosewood Beige French Modernist
By Michel Roux-Spitz
Located in Ettlingen, DE
Rare office chair, desk chair, armchair by the important French designer Michel Roux-Spitz Glossy rosewood. Turnable swivel chair, the height is adjustable. Finest 20th century, A...
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20th Century French Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel, Iron

Heywood - Wakefield Vintage Wood Cast Iron Theater Seating
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage Wood & Cast Iron Theater / Movie Seating by Heywood Wakefield. Seat Height of 18". This is
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20th Century American Benches

Materials

Iron, Metal

Heywood - Wakefield Vintage Wood Cast Iron Theater Seating
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage Wood & Cast Iron Theater Seating by Heywood Wakefield. Seat Height of 18". This is a set
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20th Century American Benches

Materials

Steel, Iron

Unusual Hardwood Iroko and Cast Iron Garden Bench Porch Logia Seating
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
old waiting area bench or railway seating. Slatted seat sit on three cast iron cradles, which is are
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20th Century British Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Fine Pair of Egyptian Revival Cast Iron Garden Benches
By Slb Iron Works
Located in NYC, NY
Good pair of Egyptian Revival cast iron and wood garden benches with sphinx end supports supporting
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Antique 19th Century English Benches

Cast Iron Garden Seat
Located in Ongar, GB
A lovely quality cast iron garden bench from France. It is a lovely decorative model with great
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20th Century French Benches

Materials

Iron

Wood and Cast Iron Bench
Located in Oakville, CT
Factory step for printing press, made using oak and cast iron.
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20th Century American Industrial Benches

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Seat
Located in Cheshire, GB
Victorian cast iron seat. The serpentine scrolling and lattice pierced backrest entwined with
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Antique Late 19th Century British Benches

Materials

Iron

Bench, Cast Iron, 1920s Näfveqvarns Bruk
Located in Stockholm, SE
A wonderful Swedish Grace bench made by Näfveqvarns Bruk in the 1920s, Original color on the iron
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Early 20th Century Swedish Benches

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Dentist Chair
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration a vintage dentist chair, restored. Cast iron fame, new chrome plated
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Pair of Victorian Cast Iron Benches
Located in Essex, MA
Painted black with gold decoration. Guilloche cast decoration on legs [overlapping coin]. Curule
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Antique 1850s European Early Victorian Benches

Materials

Iron

Wood and Cast Iron Swivel Stool
Located in Culver City, CA
Early wooden swivel stool with adjustable height (22.5" minimum, 27" maximum), cast iron bearings
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Vintage 1940s English Industrial Stools

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Curule Form Bench
Located in Stamford, CT
A 20th century Regency style cast iron curule form small bench.
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20th Century Regency Benches

Materials

Iron

Industrial Oak and Cast Iron Gymnasium Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American, gymnasium bench with cast iron legs and oak plank top. It is recommended this bench be
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Vintage 1950s American Industrial Benches

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron folding Day Bed
Located in Bainbridge, NY
restored cast iron 19th century folding Daybed (featherbed featured in photograph, available at
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Antique 19th Century Canadian Daybeds

Materials

Iron

Pair of English Victorian Cast Iron Garden Seats
Located in Hixson, TN
A nice quality pair of English Victorian cast iron garden seats with an unusual blue patina paint
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Early 20th Century Great Britain (UK) Victorian Chairs

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Metal Bar Stool
Located in Sheffield, MA
Cast iron metal bar stool. Perfect for your wine tasting cellar or bar. Bar height can be cut
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20th Century Mexican Stools

Materials

Iron

3 Cast Iron Leather Barstools
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Set of three cast iron and leather barstools circa mid 1930's. Feature highly decorative heavy iron
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Vintage 1930s American Stools

Materials

Iron

19th Century American Decorative Cast Iron Dentist Chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Here we present a rare American cast iron dentist chair, circa 1890. We have had this restored at
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Antique Late 19th Century North American Victorian Chairs

Materials

Iron

French Louis XV Style Cast-Iron Daybed
Located in Pembroke, MA
Very decorative French Louis XV or Rococo style painted cast-iron daybed with original casters
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Daybeds

Materials

Iron

Neoclassical Style Cast Iron and Wood Park Bench
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome cast iron and wood slat park or garden bench made in the neoclassical taste. Features X
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20th Century English Neoclassical Benches

Materials

Iron

Custom Industrial Reclaimed Oak and Cast Iron Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Custom, Industrial, long bench features a reclaimed oak top with vintage, 1920s, cast iron jack
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Vintage 1920s American Industrial Benches

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Ornate Campaign Daybed Sofa Chaise
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Vintage Civil War Era High Victorian Cast Iron Daybed / Folding Bed Frame. Good Vintage Condition
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Daybeds

Materials

Iron, Steel

French Art Deco Cast Iron Daybed on Casters
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive French art deco daybed constructed from cast iron. The bed features a headboard and
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20th Century French Art Deco Daybeds

Materials

Iron

Custom Industrial Adjustable Maple and Cast Iron Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Custom, Industrial bench with reclaimed maple butcher block top and antique, cast iron, factory
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Benches

Materials

Iron

19TH CENTURY CAST IRON DAY BED
Located in Houston, TX
CHIC FRENCH CAST IRON DAY BED, NEWLY UPHOLSTERED
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Antique 19th Century French Daybeds

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron French Napoleon III Daybed
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous antique French Napoleon III (Second Empire) period forged and cast iron daybed on casters
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Antique 19th Century French Daybeds

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron + Cream Leather Footstool w/ Nailhead Accents
Located in Pasadena, CA
Unique and striking cast Iron & upholstered footstool with an intricate and decorative base. Each
Category

20th Century Footstools

Materials

Brass, Iron

Cast Iron "Coalbrookdale" Dog and Serpent Garden Bench
Located in Baltimore, MD
stylized paw feet. This excellent, three-seat copy of the historic “Dog and Serpent” design is in cast
Category

Late 20th Century English Early Victorian Benches

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron "Coalbrookdale" Dog and Serpent Garden Bench
Located in Baltimore, MD
stylized paw feet. This excellent, three-seat copy of the historic “Dog and Serpent” design is in cast
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Late 20th Century English Early Victorian Benches

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Seating For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of cast iron seating on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and wood. If you’re shopping for a piece of cast iron seating, we have 351 options in-stock, while there are 19 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of cast iron seating — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A choice in our collection of cast iron seating made by Industrial designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. Pierre Guariche, Folke Bensow and J.M. Szymanski each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of cast iron seating that is worth considering.

How Much is a Cast Iron Seating?

Prices for a piece of cast iron seating start at $199 and top out at $39,500 with the average selling for $2,312.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Cast Iron Seating
  • 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 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 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 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 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.