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On-Fire On Fire is all about supplying and installing high quality fireplaces from classic cast iron to more modern steel looks. We have something for everyone.

Fireplaces, Braais, Firepits and more. Check our website www.on-fire.co.za for all the options On Fire is all about supplying and installing high quality fireplaces. We also do gas installations and certification.

Youth Day is a reminder that real impact starts within.​With self-belief that says “I can.” With discipline that keeps y...
16/06/2026

Youth Day is a reminder that real impact starts within.
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With self-belief that says “I can.” With discipline that keeps you going when it gets tough. With knowledge that shapes better decisions. And with compassion that lifts others along the way.
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At On Fire Fireplaces & Braais, we see those same values reflected in what we do every day. Creating spaces where people come together, share warmth, and build connection around something simple but powerful: fire.
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Because a fire isn’t just heat. It’s a gathering point. A place where stories are shared, ideas are sparked, and families reconnect. And just like the youth of South Africa, it starts small… then grows into something that transforms its surroundings.
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This Youth Day, we honour the spirit of young people who are shaping the future with courage and heart. May you keep igniting your potential and impacting the world in your own way.
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🔥 Ignite the self. Impact the world.
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Create spaces that bring people together. Visit us for expert fireplace and braai solutions built for every home.
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🌐 For expert advice and installation enquiries:
https://www.on-fire.co.za/
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📍 Cape Town Showroom
Corner of Platinum Street & Silver Street
Northgate Estate, Cape Town
📞 +27 (0) 21 554 3473
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📍 Weskus Showroom
Unit 5, 23 Sterling Road, Marais Industria
Vredenburg, 7380
📞 +27 (0) 22 100 1669
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📍 Garden Route Showroom
12 Bolton Rd, Voorbaai
Mossel Bay, 6500
📞 044 050 8686
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Not all fireplace ratings tell the full story 🔥​If you’ve been comparing fireplaces and wondering why some heat output f...
11/06/2026

Not all fireplace ratings tell the full story 🔥
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If you’ve been comparing fireplaces and wondering why some heat output figures seem a little… ambitious… there’s a good reason.
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Some manufacturers quote:
✔ Maximum output rather than nominal output
✔ Performance based on ideal European laboratory conditions
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What does that mean in real life?
A fireplace advertised as 10kW max output may realistically deliver closer to 6–8kW of comfortable continuous heat in a real home, depending on wood quality, airflow, installation, room layout, and how the unit is operated.
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That’s why the most useful figures to pay attention to are:
✔ Nominal output
✔ Recommended room size
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These give a far more accurate picture of how the fireplace will actually perform in your home.
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At On Fire Fireplaces & Braais, we help clients look beyond the marketing numbers and focus on what really matters: choosing a fireplace that is correctly matched to your space.
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Because as winter settles in, real-world warmth beats impressive-sounding specs every time.
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Classic cast iron or sleek modern steel, the right unit is the one that performs beautifully where it matters most.
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🔥 Not sure what output your home actually needs?
Let our experts help you choose with confidence.
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Visit us online or chat to our team today:
🌐 https://www.on-fire.co.za/
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📍 Cape Town Showroom
Corner of Platinum Street & Silver Street
Northgate Estate, Cape Town
📞 +27 (0) 21 554 3473
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📍 Weskus Showroom
Unit 5, 23 Sterling Road, Marais Industria
Vredenburg, 7380
📞 +27 (0) 22 100 1669
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📍 Garden Route Showroom
12 Bolton Rd, Voorbaai
Mossel Bay, 6500
📞 044 050 8686
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When it comes to fireplaces, size can be deceiving 🔥​A lot of people assume that a bigger firebox automatically means mo...
08/06/2026

When it comes to fireplaces, size can be deceiving 🔥
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A lot of people assume that a bigger firebox automatically means more heat.
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The truth?
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Modern fireplace engineering matters far more than sheer size.
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A compact, high-performance closed-combustion unit can often outperform a much larger traditional fireplace thanks to advanced design features like:
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✔ Secondary combustion for cleaner, more efficient burning
✔ Insulated fireboxes that retain and direct heat better
✔ Baffle systems that extract more heat from smoke before it exits
✔ Air wash systems that help keep the glass cleaner
✔ Controlled oxygen supply for precision burning
✔ Heat exchangers that maximise warmth into your space
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In simple terms:
Modern units are engineered less like decorative fireplaces… and far more like powerful wood-burning heaters.
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That’s why choosing a fireplace isn’t about finding the biggest box.
It’s about selecting the right unit for your space, your heating needs, and your home’s style.
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At On Fire Fireplaces & Braais, we help clients make informed choices, whether that means timeless cast iron charm or sleek modern steel efficiency.
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As the evenings get colder, the right fireplace can completely transform how your home feels this winter.
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🔥 Want expert advice on choosing the perfect fireplace?
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Visit our website or speak to our team today.
🌐 https://www.on-fire.co.za/
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📍 Cape Town Showroom
Corner of Platinum Street & Silver Street
Northgate Estate, Cape Town
📞 +27 (0) 21 554 3473
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📍 Weskus Showroom
Unit 5, 23 Sterling Road, Marais Industria
Vredenburg, 7380
📞 +27 (0) 22 100 1669
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📍 Garden Route Showroom
12 Bolton Rd, Voorbaai
Mossel Bay, 6500
📞 044 050 8686
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Ever looked at a closed-combustion fireplace and wondered how that “small” firebox can produce so much heat? 🔥​It all co...
04/06/2026

Ever looked at a closed-combustion fireplace and wondered how that “small” firebox can produce so much heat? 🔥
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It all comes down to the incredible energy stored in wood.
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Dry hardwood contains far more potential heat than most people realise.
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Roughly speaking:
1kg of dry hardwood contains around 4–5 kWh of heat energy
That means if your fireplace burns around 2.5kg of wood per hour, and operates at roughly 80% efficiency, it can legitimately deliver close to 10kW of usable heat into your home.
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That’s why a well-designed closed-combustion fireplace doesn’t need giant flames or huge piles of wood to perform.
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It’s about:
✔ Efficient combustion
✔ Smart airflow control
✔ Extracting maximum heat from every log
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At On Fire Fireplaces & Braais, we help clients understand not just what fireplace looks good, but what will actually perform best for their space.
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Because when the winter chill sets in, smart heating makes all the difference.
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🔥 Ready to heat your home more efficiently this winter?
Visit our website or chat to our team for expert advice.
🌐 https://www.on-fire.co.za/
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📍 Cape Town Showroom
Corner of Platinum Street & Silver Street
Northgate Estate, Cape Town
📞 +27 (0) 21 554 3473
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📍 Weskus Showroom
Unit 5, 23 Sterling Road, Marais Industria
Vredenburg, 7380
📞 +27 (0) 22 100 1669
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📍 Garden Route Showroom
12 Bolton Rd, Voorbaai
Mossel Bay, 6500
📞 044 050 8686
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Still relying on an open fireplace to keep your home warm this winter? You could be losing most of your heat straight up...
01/06/2026

Still relying on an open fireplace to keep your home warm this winter? You could be losing most of your heat straight up the chimney 🔥
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Here’s the difference.
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A traditional open fireplace may look beautiful, but it’s surprisingly inefficient, with only around 10–20% of the heat actually warming your room.
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A closed-combustion fireplace, on the other hand, is designed to work much smarter.
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Why?
✔ Seals the fire safely behind glass
✔ Controls airflow precisely
✔ Burns hotter and cleaner
✔ Extracts more heat from the smoke
✔ Radiates and convects heat efficiently into your space
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The result?
Efficiency ratings of around 70–85%
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That’s a massive improvement, which means even a relatively small amount of wood can generate serious, usable warmth for your home.
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This is exactly why so many homeowners are making the switch.
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At On Fire Fireplaces & Braais, we help clients upgrade from inefficient open fireplaces to high-performance closed-combustion units that deliver real comfort through the colder months.
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Whether you prefer the timeless charm of cast iron or the sleek finish of modern steel, there’s a solution designed for your home.
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🔥 Feeling the winter chill creeping in?
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Let’s help you heat smarter this season.
Explore your options:
🌐 https://www.on-fire.co.za/
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📍 Cape Town Showroom
Corner of Platinum Street & Silver Street
Northgate Estate, Cape Town
📞 +27 (0) 21 554 3473
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📍 Weskus Showroom
Unit 5, 23 Sterling Road, Marais Industria
Vredenburg, 7380
📞 +27 (0) 22 100 1669
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📍 Garden Route Showroom
12 Bolton Rd, Voorbaai
Mossel Bay, 6500
📞 044 050 8686
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Let’s clear up one of the biggest fireplace misconceptions we hear 🔥​A lot of people assume the kW rating on a closed-co...
28/05/2026

Let’s clear up one of the biggest fireplace misconceptions we hear 🔥
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A lot of people assume the kW rating on a closed-combustion fireplace refers to the size of the firebox or how many logs it can hold.
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Not quite.
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The kW rating is all about heat output over time, not how dramatic the flames look or how much wood you can cram inside.
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Here’s the simple version:
1 kW = 1,000 watts of heat energy
So if a fireplace is rated at 10kW, it means that under proper operating conditions, it can continuously deliver around 10,000 watts of heat into your room.
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What it doesn’t mean:
✘ Giant flames
✘ Huge wood loads
✘ Burning everything at once
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What really matters is choosing a fireplace with the right kW output for the size of the space you want to heat.
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Too small? It won’t keep up.
Too large? You may not run it efficiently.
That’s why expert guidance matters.
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At On Fire Fireplaces & Braais, we help you choose the right fireplace for your home, ensuring you get efficient warmth that works beautifully for your space, whether you prefer classic cast iron or sleek modern steel.
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🔥 Feeling the winter chill? Let us help you find your perfect fit.
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Visit our website or chat to one of our experts today:
🌐 https://www.on-fire.co.za/
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📍 Cape Town Showroom
Corner of Platinum Street & Silver Street
Northgate Estate, Cape Town
📞 +27 (0) 21 554 3473
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📍 Weskus Showroom
Unit 5, 23 Sterling Road, Marais Industria
Vredenburg, 7380
📞 +27 (0) 22 100 1669
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📍 Garden Route Showroom
12 Bolton Rd, Voorbaai
Mossel Bay, 6500
📞 044 050 8686
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Still using an open fireplace? You could be losing a lot of valuable heat up the chimney 🔥​The Home Fires C700 is one of...
25/05/2026

Still using an open fireplace? You could be losing a lot of valuable heat up the chimney 🔥
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The Home Fires C700 is one of the most popular choices for homeowners wanting to convert an existing open fireplace into an efficient closed-combustion unit, without major changes to the surrounding structure.
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It’s an upgrade that makes a real difference, especially now as the evenings get colder.
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Why the C700 is such a smart choice:
✔ Designed specifically for easy fireplace conversions
✔ Large firebox for greater heat output
✔ Burns larger logs for longer-lasting fires
✔ Built from precision-welded thick steel
✔ Features thermo-refractory fire brick inner linings for improved performance
✔ Large glass door for that beautiful fire view
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The result? More heat where you actually want it, inside your home.
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At On Fire Fireplaces & Braais, helping clients upgrade their fireplaces is what we do best. From assessing your existing setup to professional installation, our team ensures the process is smooth and expertly handled.
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🔥 Feeling the winter chill setting in?
This could be the perfect time to transform your fireplace into a true heat source.
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View the Home Fires C700 here:
https://www.on-fire.co.za/products/home-fires-c700
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Explore more options:
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🌐 https://www.on-fire.co.za/
📍 Cape Town Showroom
Corner of Platinum Street & Silver Street
Northgate Estate, Cape Town
📞 +27 (0) 21 554 3473
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📍 Weskus Showroom
Unit 5, 23 Sterling Road, Marais Industria
Vredenburg, 7380
📞 +27 (0) 22 100 1669
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📍 Garden Route Showroom
12 Bolton Rd, Voorbaai
Mossel Bay, 6500
📞 044 050 8686
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Now this is how you welcome winter in style 🔥​Recently installed: the beautifully sleek Charnwood Aire 5 on Store Stand,...
21/05/2026

Now this is how you welcome winter in style 🔥
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Recently installed: the beautifully sleek Charnwood Aire 5 on Store Stand, complete with a steel floor plate for added flooring protection from those occasional stray embers when adding more wood.
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As the evenings grow cooler, the right fireplace makes all the difference, and the Aire 5 proves that modern design and exceptional performance can absolutely go hand in hand.
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Why this unit stands out:
✔ 84% efficiency rating for impressive heat output
✔ Exceptionally clean-burning performance
✔ Designed to exceed future eco regulations
✔ Heats spaces up to 175m³
✔ Available on a Low Stand or Store Stand
✔ Built from boiler plate steel and cast iron
✔ Backed by a 10-year guarantee
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The Store Stand option not only raises the fire view for a better visual experience, but also adds that elevated designer look that works beautifully in contemporary spaces.
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And for those wanting to make it uniquely theirs, Charnwood offers custom colour options for an additional touch of personality.
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At On Fire Fireplaces & Braais, it’s not just about supplying premium fireplaces. It’s about helping you choose the perfect fit for your home and ensuring expert installation from start to finish.
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🔥 Feeling that winter chill creeping in?
Now is the perfect time to upgrade your home heating.
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View the Charnwood Aire 5 here:
https://www.on-fire.co.za/products/charnwood-aire-5
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Explore more fireplace options:
🌐 https://www.on-fire.co.za/
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📍 Cape Town Showroom
Corner of Platinum Street & Silver Street
Northgate Estate, Cape Town
📞 +27 (0) 21 554 3473
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📍 Weskus Showroom
Unit 5, 23 Sterling Road, Marais Industria
Vredenburg, 7380
📞 +27 (0) 22 100 1669
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📍 Garden Route Showroom
12 Bolton Rd, Voorbaai
Mossel Bay, 6500
📞 044 050 8686
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As the evenings grow cooler and winter starts making itself at home, there’s nothing better than stepping into a space f...
18/05/2026

As the evenings grow cooler and winter starts making itself at home, there’s nothing better than stepping into a space filled with the warmth of a beautifully chosen fireplace 🔥
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We recently had the privilege of working alongside Maria at Mardi Interior on a project that perfectly captures what we love most at On Fire Fireplaces & Braais... helping turn a vision into reality.
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This journey included stunning upgrades to existing open-hearth fireplaces with the installation of the Kratki K9 and Dovre 540, bringing efficient warmth and timeless elegance into these home spaces.
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We also transformed a large open event hall with the striking Lacunza Verona Double Sided on log store, creating a bold focal point that offers warmth, atmosphere, and connection from every angle.
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This is what we do best. Whether it’s classic cast iron charm or sleek modern steel design, we work closely with homeowners, designers, and visionaries to create fireplaces that don’t just heat a space… they complete it.
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There’s something special about seeing an idea become a warm, welcoming reality.
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🔥 Feeling the winter chill? Let’s create the perfect fireplace solution for your space.
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Explore these featured installations:
Kratki K9
https://www.on-fire.co.za/products/kratki-k9
Dovre 540
https://www.on-fire.co.za/products/dovre-540-w
Lacunza Verona Double Sided
https://www.on-fire.co.za/products/lacunza-verona-double-sided-freestanding-1000
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For expert advice and inspiration:
🌐 https://www.on-fire.co.za/
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📍 Cape Town Showroom
Corner of Platinum Street & Silver Street
Northgate Estate, Cape Town
📞 +27 (0) 21 554 3473
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📍 Weskus Showroom
Unit 5, 23 Sterling Road, Marais Industria
Vredenburg, 7380
📞 +27 (0) 22 100 1669
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📍 Garden Route Showroom
12 Bolton Rd, Voorbaai
Mossel Bay, 6500
📞 044 050 8686
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Address

C/O Platinum Street & Silver Street Northgate Estate
Cape Town
7405

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 16:00
Thursday 09:00 - 16:00
Friday 09:00 - 15:00
Saturday 10:00 - 13:00

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+27215543473

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