Salt Glazed Crown Top Chimney Pot 37″ Tall

Description

Reclaimed Salt Glazed Crown Chimney Pot 37″ H

This Salt Glazed Crown Top chimney pot stands 37 inches tall with a 14-inch square base. Its strong form and detailed crown design make it both practical and decorative. Originally crafted to improve draft and keep out rain, chimney pots like this one also prevent downdraughts and deter nesting birds. Over time, their design evolved. Today, the crown top remains one of the most distinctive and sought-after styles.

Salt glazed ceramics date back to 15th-century Germany and became popular in Britain by the 17th century. To create salt glazed crown top pots, makers threw salt into the kiln during high-temperature firing. This created a hard, salt glazed, glossy finish that resists weather and pollution. Because of its durability, salt glazing became a common feature in chimney pots. The result is a ceramic that weathers beautifully, gaining character without losing strength. This Salt Glazed Crown Top chimney pot shows that history. Decades of exposure have worn the glaze along the corners and facing sides.

Versatility

When repurposed as a garden planter, the worn salt glazed surface of this crown top pot, softens its presence. It blends easily with wild greenery or sits proudly on a patio. Many choose to use a Salt Glazed Crown Top Chimney Pot as a feature in heritage gardens. Its rough texture and aged surface work well in older landscapes. This particular piece has all its palisades intact, which is rare for reclaimed examples. The column is solid, and the base remains square and stable.

Using reclaimed materials like this Salt Glazed Crown Top Chimney Pot benefits both restoration and the environment. It keeps usable items out of landfills and supports sustainable design. Reclaimed pieces blend with existing roofs more naturally than new ones. Their weathering makes them ideal for period property repair. Each reclaimed item also tells a story through its marks and patina. That history adds visual depth without overwhelming the space. Whether on a rooftop or nestled in a flowerbed, this Salt Glazed Chimney Pot offers long life, character and purpose.

Pair with replica Yorkstone paving to complete the weathered look.