The Royal Coat of Arms Traditional Cast Iron Fireback is a substantial decorative fireplace back designed to bring formal period character to the rear of a traditional fireplace chamber. Featuring a detailed Royal Coat of Arms motif, it creates a strong architectural focal point behind a suitable open fire, fire basket or compatible gas-effect appliance.
Cast iron firebacks have been used in traditional fireplaces for generations, combining decorative value with practical protection. Positioned at the rear of the chamber, they help shield the surrounding brickwork from direct heat and scorching while absorbing warmth from the fire and gradually radiating it back into the room.
This model measures approximately 21.5 inches wide x 26.5 inches high, giving it generous proportions suitable for medium to larger fireplace openings. The scale allows the detailed Royal Coat of Arms design to remain clearly visible above and around a compatible grate or fire basket.
The black painted finish gives the fireback a classic appearance that works naturally with cast iron baskets, period inserts, stone surrounds and traditional hearth materials. Its heraldic design is especially well suited to Georgian, Victorian and heritage-inspired interiors where the fireplace is intended to make a formal decorative statement.
Installation is normally straightforward, with the fireback positioned by leaning it securely against the rear wall of the fireplace. The final arrangement must be stable, adequately supported and compatible with the size, construction and intended use of the chamber.
Some traditional firebacks are still hand moulded and cast using long-established manufacturing methods. Slight variations in surface texture, weight and dimensions may therefore occur and should be regarded as part of the individual character of the cast iron product.
Key Features
- Traditional cast iron fireback
- Decorative Royal Coat of Arms motif
- Formal period-inspired design
- Protects rear fireplace brickwork
- Helps reduce heat scorching
- Absorbs and radiates heat
- Suitable for traditional open fires
- Compatible with certain gas-effect fires
- Black painted finish
- 21.5-inch width
- 26.5-inch height
- Approximate weight of 41kg
- Simple lean-against installation
- Suitable for heritage fireplace projects
Expert Insight
The Royal Coat of Arms design is particularly effective in formal period interiors, where the fireplace is intended to feel substantial and historically detailed. Its generous size also makes the motif more visible within larger chambers than smaller decorative firebacks.
Suitability
The Royal Coat of Arms Traditional Cast Iron Fireback is suitable for compatible open fires, log or coal fires, and certain gas log or coal-effect fires. It is particularly well suited to traditional and heritage-style fireplace chambers requiring a larger decorative cast iron back.
Installation / Technical Notes
Approximate dimensions:
- Width: 21.5 inches / 53.5cm
- Height: 26.5 inches / 67.3cm
- Weight: 41kg
The thickness of traditional cast iron firebacks varies according to size. The exact thickness of this model has not been supplied.
The fireback is normally installed by leaning it securely against the rear wall of the fireplace. It should be stable, correctly supported and compatible with the selected fire, basket or grate.
Due to the approximate 41kg weight, suitable manual handling precautions should be used. Two people may be required to lift and position it safely.