Because of the ceramic / porcelain surface finish, these FireBalls are virtually soot free.  Simply wipe off the soot if appears. 

Along with the Ceramic Fire Balls, you will see our Classic Diamonds on top of our popular  Starfire Base Glass fireGlass and several Toppers.

 

COLORATION: Solid Concrete Fire Balls, Fire Shapes, and Fire Stones are not a paint-based coating. They are a water based ceramic stain formulation that is made for fire use. This ceramic stain application will provide a fairly consistent covering, unfortunately not all castings absorb at the same rate. Some soak up all the coloration resulting in a "thin" look. When this occurs, we cannot "double dip", as the 2nd coating will reside on the surface; and will peel under heat.

In sum, there will be variations in the same color from time to time and piece to piece. The staining penetrates the base material to provide certain colorfastness under heat; unattainable by regular paint. Yet, over time and continual usage - the surface layer will burn away.

 CRACKING: Hollow Terracotta Fire Balls are not to exceed temperatures of 600 degrees. If placed directly on the fire, under excessive heat, over a long period of time, the fireballs will crack. We would advise the following guidelines: If directly in the flames, run a low to medium flame, and remove when planning to run on high flame. Place the balls behind the flames, and or in front of the flames. If fireballs are in the flame, Do-Not place the opening of the hollow fireball down, allowing the flame to enter the hollow fireball. Have the opening facing away from the flame (ideally facing the back of the fireplace).

Porcelain coated, Terra Cotta Fire Balls (hallow): These are handmade 2 piece construction, and then porcelain coated. Because of the nature and construction of these Fire Balls and the actual material, there is no guarantee to the finished look. The porcelain is applied and fired up to 2200 degrees. The rate and adhesion is different with every batch of balls manufactured. Some may be shinier the others and or smoother. Some may be and can have a rougher texture than the previous batch. There is nothing wrong with the Fire Balls just because they look different than any other previous balls manufactured or purchased.

• If directly in the flames, run a low to medium flame, and remove when planning to run on high flame.

• Place the balls behind the flames, and or in front of the flames.