Cast iron chimineas need love too
I guess there is the assumption that anything made of such heavy duty metal, like a cast iron chiminea, will last forever and nothing will ever harm them. Well, it is true that cast iron can last for a very, very long time - it is also true that you’ll need to take care of yours if you want it to do so. If you leave it in the rain, or if you live by the sea, it will rust pretty soon if you don’t use a cover or put it inside to avoid the elements. The paint will also flake off after using it due to the high temperatures so you’ll need to paint it with heat resistant paint to keep your cast iron chiminea looking at its best.