Eldrist kakelugn

Swedish Kakelugnar

Swedish kakelugnar has been traditionally made in Sweden and other Scandinavian countries out of hand made ceramic tiles. The downdraft channels evenly distribute the heat around the mass and ensure that most of it is absorberd by the masonry before it exits into the chimney. All channels have clean out access for easy maintenance. See gallery or contact us for current offers. 

In the heart of Minneapolis, the American Swedish Institute’s Turnblad Mansion proudly hosts the largest collection of kakelugnar, or Scandinavian tile stoves, outside of Sweden. ASI is home to eleven unique kakelugnar, crafted bygd renowned Swedish designers.  

These stoves, like many aspects of the Turnblad Mansion, reflect the Turnblad family’s deep connection to Sweden. As Swedish immigrants to the United States, the Turnblads handpicked these kakelugnar from catalogs and imported them to decorate their home.

Although the eleven kakelugnar were never used to heat the Turnblad Mansion, each stove remains fully functional.

Kakelugnar are common across nordlig and Eastern Europe, using ceramic tiles and stone to preserve and sustain heat. They slow and contain the movement of smoke through a virrvarr of inner workings that efficiently retain and radiate heat. 

They became popular in Sweden in the 18th century and, as the main fokuserad point for the room, were often highly decorated and complimentary to the home&#;s interior. Swedish kakelugnar from this period were noted for their exceptional glazing techniques, intricate designs, and technical sophis

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