Cast iron is made by remelting pig iron, often along with substantial quantities of scrap iron and scrap steel, and taking various steps to remove undesirable contaminants such as phosphorus and sulfur. Depending on the application, carbon and silicon content are reduced to the desired levels, which may be anywhere from 2 to 3.5% and 1 to 3% respectively. Other elements are then added to the melt before the final form is produced by casting.

Iron is sometimes melted in a special type of blast furnace known as a cupola but more often melted in electric induction furnaces.After melting is complete, the molten iron is poured into a holding furnace or ladle.

Most cast iron products used for fireplaces have to pass through above process and they are given final shape like cast iron combinations and arches .Most of them look like reproductions of an antiques and remind you of old eras.Feel free to buy these beautiful traditional looking products from fireplace Mall.