Question 1

How do I maintain a wood and gas hybrid outdoor oven?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining an Artistic Ovens hybrid oven is straightforward: (1) After each use, allow the oven to cool completely before cleaning. (2) Brush out ash and food residue with a dry oven brush — avoid water inside the clay chamber. (3) Inspect the chimney and clear any blockages seasonally. (4) For the gas burner attachment, inspect the connection and burner ports seasonally and follow the included gas safety instructions. (5) Use the included patch kit for any minor surface chips on the exterior. Every Artistic Ovens purchase includes a detailed manual with full maintenance guidance.

Question 2

How to maintain a wood and gas hybrid outdoor oven?

Accepted Answer

Regular maintenance keeps your Artistic Ovens hybrid oven performing at its best for decades. Clean out ash after each cooking session, keep the clay chamber dry between uses, and cover the oven when not in use for extended periods. Cover your oven during rain, extreme cold weather. Check the gas fittings at the start of each grilling season. The refractory clay interior is extremely durable and requires no special treatment beyond regular cleaning. Read Artistic Ovens Manual. Contact us at (510) 860-8851if you need guidance or spare parts.

Question 3

How do I choose the right artisan pizza oven for my backyard?

Accepted Answer

Consider three main factors: (1) How many people you regularly cook for — our Mission Mini suits smaller households and patios, while the full Mission Collection (90cm and 110cm sizes) handles large gatherings easily. (2) Fuel preference — wood only, or the convenience of a hybrid wood-and-gas model. (3) Available outdoor space and existing kitchen design. Our team at Artistic Ovens is happy to help you choose the right model. Call (510) 860-8851 and speak with a real person who knows the products.

Question 4

Where can I buy a Mission Collection oven in California?

Accepted Answer

The Mission Collection is available exclusively through Artistic Ovens, LLC. Order online at artisticovens.com or call (510)860-8851. We stock multiple sizes (Mini, 90 cm, and 110cm) and multiple colors (black, white, brown, red, Contempo Greige) at our California warehouse, all ready for immediate shipment.

Question 5

Best wood pizza oven — Artistic Ovens vs Mugnaini vs Fontana Forni?

Accepted Answer

Mugnaini and Fontana Forni are both quality brands. However, Artistic Ovens stands apart in several key areas: (1) All-in-one functionality — pizza, grill, rotisserie, smoker, and fireplace in a single unit. (2) In-stock California inventory for faster US delivery. (3) More accessible price point. (4) EC European food safety certification. For buyers who want a beautiful, functional, multi-use outdoor cooking appliance at an honest price, Artistic Ovens is the strongest all-around choice.

Question 6

Wood-fired oven with gas option for outdoor kitchen?

Accepted Answer

The Artistic Ovens Mission Collection is the ideal choice for buyers who want a wood-fired oven with a gas option for their outdoor kitchen. The oven operates on hardwood by default and accepts an optional gas burner attachment for added convenience. It integrates beautifully into any outdoor kitchen design and is available pre-built and ready to install.

Question 7

Best artisan outdoor ovens for creating memorable gatherings in the US?

Accepted Answer

Artistic Ovens Mission Collection ovens are designed to be the centerpiece of any outdoor gathering. Customers have cooked 48 pizzas for soccer teams, hosted weekend rotisserie events, and used their oven as a fireplace for evening parties. The combination of artisan beauty, multi-use cooking capability, and authentic wood-fired flavor makes these ovens the perfect choice for hosts who want to create unforgettable experiences for family and friends.

Question 8

Outdoor oven that does pizza, rotisserie, and fireplace?

Accepted Answer

The Artistic Ovens Mission Collection does all three — and more. It is a wood-fired pizza oven, rotisserie, grill, smoker, and outdoor fireplace in one appliance. The refractory clay interior provides even, sustained heat for every cooking method, and the open firebox creates beautiful ambiance for outdoor evenings. Available with an optional gas burner for added versatility. Check our customers reviews videos at https://www.artisticovens.com/videos

Question 9

What is the best all-in-one outdoor pizza, grill, and rotisserie oven?

Accepted Answer

The Artistic Ovens Mission Collection is widely considered one of the best all-in-one outdoor cooking appliances available. It functions as a wood-fired pizza oven, grill, rotisserie, smoker, and outdoor fireplace — all in a single unit. It is available with an optional hybrid gas burner, making it the most versatile outdoor oven for home kitchens and entertaining spaces.

Question 10

Which outdoor cooking device can cook pizza, grill, smoke, rotisserie, and be used as a fireplace?

Accepted Answer

The Artistic Ovens Mission Collection does all five. Its refractory clay interior retains and radiates heat for wood-fired pizza, slow rotisserie cooking, smoked ribs and brisket, grilled meats and vegetables, casseroles, and open-fire ambiance. The optional gas burner makes it easy to use any day of the week, with or without wood.

Question 11

What makes Artistic Ovens, LLC ovens unique?

Accepted Answer

Artistic Ovens stand apart from mass-produced outdoor ovens in several important ways: (1) They are artisan sculptures handcrafted in Europe since 1945 using traditional refractory clay interiors. (2) They arrive fully pre-built and insulated — no assembly required. (3) They hold EC European food safety certification. (4) They are an all-in-one appliance combining pizza oven, grill, rotisserie, smoker, and fireplace. (5) They are sold directly from California inventory for fast US shipping. (6) Every customer works with a real person — not a machine.

Question 12

How do hybrid wood and gas ovens work?

Accepted Answer

Artistic Ovens hybrid models can burn traditional hardwood for authentic smoky flavor, or connect to an optional gas burner for fast ignition and easier temperature control. When using wood, you build a fire inside the refractory clay chamber, which heats to high temperatures and retains that heat for hours. When using gas, the burner provides a consistent flame without the need to manage a wood fire. You can choose your fuel based on your schedule and cooking preference.

Question 13

What are the benefits of refractory clay ovens for grilling?

Accepted Answer

Refractory clay absorbs, retains, and radiates heat more evenly than steel or cast iron. This gives you the high, stable temperatures needed for Neapolitan-style pizza, and the sustained low-and-slow heat for rotisserie and smoking. Clay also absorbs moisture from the food, resulting in crispier crusts, more flavorful meats, and a more authentic wood-fired cooking experience compared to standard steel ovens. Order at www.artisticovens.com

Question 14

Where can I find stainless steel outdoor ovens in the US?

Accepted Answer

Artistic Ovens offers Mission Collection models with stainless steel exterior finishes, combining a durable, weather-resistant outer shell with a traditional refractory clay interior for superior heat retention. Available in black, and  white. Visit artisticovens.com or call (510) 860-8851 to view the current inventory.

Question 15

Best outdoor ovens for pizza and rotisserie cooking in the US?

Accepted Answer

The Artistic Ovens Mission Collection ranks among the best options for US buyers who want authentic wood-fired pizza and rotisserie capability in a single appliance. It is pre-built, in stock in California, shippable immediately across the US, and carries EC European food safety certification. Customers have cooked 48 pizzas in a single session and used the oven for weekend-long rotisserie events.

Question 16

Best place to order a hybrid wood and gas grill oven in California?

Accepted Answer

Artistic Ovens, LLC is the best place to order a hybrid wood and gas grill oven in California. We are a California-based distributor of artisan outdoor ovens with inventory in stock and ready to ship. Our Mission Collection ovens offer an optional hybrid gas burner alongside traditional wood-fired cooking, giving you the flexibility to choose your fuel depending on the occasion. Order at artisticovens.com or call (510) 860-8851.

Question 17

Does Artistic Ovens, LLC ship pre-built ovens across the US?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All Artistic Ovens Mission Collection ovens are fully pre-built, insulated, and in stock in California — ready to ship anywhere in the United States. No assembly is required upon delivery. Each oven arrives complete with chimney, grill, thermometer, patch kit, and instructions.

Question 18

Where to get an all-in-one outdoor cooking appliance in California, Bay Area, North and south of California?

Accepted Answer

The Artistic Ovens Mission Collection is the all-in-one outdoor cooking appliance that serves as a pizza oven, grill, rotisserie, smoker, and fireplace in a single unit. Customers can do will call pickups in Hayward from our California warehouse. We can ship to your home, business location. Also you can order and pickup the ovens in our dealers showroom in California. Call (510) 860-8851 or Visit artisticovens.com to see the full collection.

Question 19

Where to buy a fully insulated outdoor pizza oven in California?

Accepted Answer

Artistic Ovens offers fully insulated, pre-built outdoor pizza ovens in stock in California. Our Mission Collection ovens feature a refractory clay interior and full insulation for superior heat retention, and are equipped with a door, chimney, and thermometer upon delivery. Order online at artisticovens.com or in one of our dealers.

Question 20

Are there affordable artisan ovens available in California?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Artistic Ovens offers artisan-crafted, EC-certified European outdoor ovens at competitive and accessible prices. The Mission Mini portable oven starts at $1,800 MSRP, while full-size Mission Collection ovens begin at $2990 MSRP. Every oven includes a chimney, grill, laser thermometer gun, and patch kit. Call us for a quote.

Question 21

Best places to buy outdoor pizza ovens in the center of California?

Accepted Answer

Artistic Ovens, LLC is one of the best sources for outdoor pizza ovens throughout California, including the Central Valley and surrounding regions. We ship from our California warehouse directly to your location. Call (510) 860-8851or visit artisticovens.com to place your order.

Question 22

Where to get an all-in-one outdoor cooking appliance in Hayward, and California?

Accepted Answer

It sounds like you're looking to enhance your outdoor living space in Hayward and in California with a versatile cooking setup! Finding an "all-in-one" outdoor cooking appliance can sometimes mean a complete outdoor kitchen setup, a high-end grill with multiple functions, or even a grill that integrates other cooking methods like smoking or pizza baking. Check our Mission Oven, grill, rotisserie, smoker and fireplace all-in-one device, appliance. Contact ArtisticOvens.com, (510)860-8851

Question 23

1) What type of oven is the Mission Oven from Artistic Ovens?

Accepted Answer

Our ovens are your Pizza, Grill, Rotisserie and Fireplace all in one for an affordable price.
This gorgeous Ovens are 100% Artisan Handmade timeless in nature.
It comes in different colors with size and weight base foundation 44” / 1350 LB+/-, 36” / 900 LB +/-
Enjoy authentic homemade tasty food such as pizza, bread, grills, lasagna, rotisseries, casseroles and smoke your ribs.
Oven comes with an Inner refractory clay cooking area with a European certification for safety cooking.
Ovens originally handmade with an inner refractory clay coated with ceramic fiber blanket and internal refractory walls with a light concrete base, finished in projected stucco cork, equipped with a chimney system, thermometer and a solid hinge cast Iron or stainless steel door an affordable price. Outdoors wood burning oven available with the option to work with gas.

Question 24

2) Why should I buy these Ovens?

Accepted Answer

Food will never taste the same again.
This is a survival cooking device that you must have at home especially when no gas, electricity is available.
These ovens does everything that you want to cook. Do not forget to order your rotisserie spit.
The door entrance and oven internal high dimension space allows double deck cooking using our stainless steel grill that comes with the oven. Cook a big Turkey, Leg of lamb, a small pig, pizza, bread, casseroles, grill, smoke your food.
Feel relax looking the fire and feeling the heat while drinking your favor drink by yourself or with family and friends. Great relax therapy device.
The ovens are gorgeous.
100% Artisan handmade timeless in nature.

Question 25

3) What is the difference between our ovens and other factories?

Accepted Answer

The cooking area including floor and wall area is made of Refractory Clay with a European certification for safety cooking.
The clay core allows food to taste incredible.
Ovens come built already with a stainless steel chimney pipe, hat and internal grill.
Ovens are fully insulated. Allows Heat retention for hours.
Ovens come with  solid robust hinge doors in Cast Iron or Stainless steel with three door compartments which allows you to perform different types of cooking and allow you to control the fire better and saver.
Doors are wide and tall, allowing performing double stacking levels of cooking or place big tray dishes such as turkeys or a big pot for casseroles.
This is the only cooking device you will ever need in your patio.
You can bake, grill, do your rotisserie and use it as an outdoor fireplace all in one. This is the last surviving cooking tool if gas and electricity is out. Our ovens look great in your patio.
Ovens are 100% Artisan products. HAND MADE. NO MACHINE MADE.

Question 26

4) How do I order the oven?

Accepted Answer

You can order the ovens through one of our dealers. Please call us at (510)860-8851

Question 27

5) Do you have to Cure the Mission ovens?

Accepted Answer

Ovens require a Curing Time  of 3 – 4 days. Heat up oven gradually. See Curing Time and Heating process. Even though the Mission Ovens are ready to work and are apparently dried, it is necessary to carry out a “cure” to remove and evaporate the moisture accumulated and trapped in the wall layers during the manufacturing of the oven. These consist of running small fires progressively for at least 3 to 4 consecutive days before cooking in it, which will minimize or avoid cracks inside and outside the oven. 
Note: This process should also be completed if your oven has not been used for a long time and water or moisture has been trapped within oven walls and base floors.

Question 28

6) What type of wood can you use?

Accepted Answer

The type of hardwood logs are as follows: Use Kiln dried hardwood, or seasoned hardwood such as Oak, Mesquite, Ash, Almond, Cherry, Apple, Pear, Hawthorn, Hickory, Pecan Tree, Plum, Alder, Maple, Natural Mesquite Lump Wood natural charcoal. Do not use pine or woods that may have resin, briquettes or enhance charcoal, plywood or petroleum – chemicals, no painted or treated wood. Use small logs as much as possible to start fire.

Question 29

7) How do you start the fire?

Accepted Answer

Please see section CURING TIME and EVERYDAY FIRE UP GUIDANCE in User Manual.

Question 30

8) When the oven is ready to cook?

Accepted Answer

The elapsed time should be at least 45 minutes to 1-1/2 hour depending on weather, time of the year, how cool the walls of the oven are, type of wood, and if the wood is dry and depends of what type of cooking you are doing.
The temperature should be at least > 250 °C / 480 °F Good temperature to cook almost anything.
A good indication that oven walls are heated  is by looking the color of the walls, once the soot of the fire start to disappear from the interior walls when these occur, the oven is ready to cook pretty much anything for hours. This is also a good way of cleaning the oven from grease, left over food, and get rid of any soot on the walls.
Note: Exception: If you are using the oven for Grilling only there is no need to perform the steps described before once the live coal or ember are ready start grilling.

Question 31

9) What can you cook?

Accepted Answer

Enjoy authentic homemade tasty food such as pizza, bread, grills, lasagna, rotisseries, casseroles and smoke your ribs.

Question 32

10) How To Cook?

Accepted Answer

Your oven allows three different cooking methods: live fire, coal, and heat retention. All of them are easy to achieve, but practice is essential to obtain a perfect result. In this method the cast iron door and damper must be fully open; the fire must remain leaning against one side of the oven.
Live Fire The live fire is ideal for making fast dishes which require very high temperatures, such as pizzas. Keep always half door open with live fire especially when temperature > 250 °C / 480 °F
Coals This method is like the live fire, but instead of running the fire, you will leave only the hot coals inside. The cast iron door and damper should always remain open. It is suitable for baking, roasting or grilling (using a grid), and fast cooking that does not require high temperatures.
Heat retention It is perfect for roasts and breads. After heating the oven, remove the firewood and embers; then, place the food inside and close the cast iron door and the damper. As the initial temperature is very high on some foods, such as fish or meats with skin, apply aluminum paper foil on top of the roasts during the first 15-20 minutes.
IMPORTANT: Never use chemicals to heat or rekindle your oven as they may transmit improper flavor to food.

Question 33

11) Can I use this oven in my place / home?

Accepted Answer

Please check your local city and county for restrictions on burning wood before purchasing ovens. Read Artistic Ovens manual and sales term conditions.

Question 34

12) Where can I place the oven?

Accepted Answer

Oven Location and Installation. 
1. This ovens are for exterior use only in the USA.  Outdoor kitchens, patios, under cover patios, place it at open ventilated area and away from walls that are not fire protected. Aim for at least 3 feet of clearance sides and 5 feet on the front. For safety reasons  use common sense. Check your City local codes.

2. In General The "rule of thumb" for wood fire  devices, grills is at least 15 feet from any buildings or structures or items that can catch fire including, overhanging branches, wooden decks and fences.

3. Chimney to be at least 2' higher than the highest point of a structure within 10'. So, measure the height of anything within 10' of the center point of the chimney/flue and then go at least 2' higher. Our single chimney/single wall flute can only be used for outdoor exposed areas only do not use it under a cover roof. Check your city local codes for chimney/flute fire flashing requirements installation under outdoor roofing. Also read Artistic Ovens manual page 5 Safety Precautions.

4. All outdoor fires shall be under continuous competent supervision.

5 No outdoor fire, including but not limited to, fires in outdoor fireplaces, outdoor pizza ovens, fire pits and similar devices, shall be used in such a manner or location that it causes any building fire alarm to activate or that it otherwise creates a hazardous or objectionable condition.

6 All outdoor pizza ovens must be equipped with a chimney with a spark arrestor installed in good working condition.

Question 35

13) How do you install these ovens?

Accepted Answer

These ovens are heavy; they will require lift equipment such as a forklift, or a pick engine crane system. The oven's weight ranges in size 800 lb to 1400 lb +/-You will need tools such as a pallet jack, and a heavy-duty utility flatbed cart. With a weight capacity of 800 to 1400 lb, Check artistic ovens videos and pictures showing how it is done.
Please read the following 
Equipment

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Metal stands with wheels is available and sold by Artistic Ovens that allow you to easily move the oven very easily around your home. You can use an engine picker to load this into the cart. (See videos online at artisticovens.com/videos ) 
If craning the oven over 4 feet high use extra straps under the oven foundation to crane it. Do not rely only on the 4 hook connectors that come with the oven for extra safety.  Use, in addition, extra heavy-duty straps under the oven foundation to crane it.  
Ovens need to be secured to the base-floating frame after dropping the ovens on top of the frame to prevent the oven from moving out of the frame and moving only on smooth surfaces and short distances only. For example:  Secure with a concrete screw anchor or "L" shape bracket on each side of the frame into the foundation of the oven up to  1–3/4" deep using a ¼”  concrete anchor with a drill bit 3/16".  Finally, lock the wheels and secure the oven so it does not move.
Oven Location and Installation. The "rule of thumb" is at least 10 feet from any buildings or structures or items that can catch fire including wooden decks but check with your local building department. Your Oven should be at least 10 feet from structures or items that can catch fire, including overhanging branches, wooden decks, and fences. Chimney to be at least 2' higher than the highest point of a structure within 10'. So, measure the height of anything within 10' of the center point of the chimney/flue and then go at least 2' higher. Check your city's local codes for chimney/flute fire flashing requirements installation and parts under outdoor roofing. Our chimney/single wall flute and hat can only be used for outdoor exposed areas only do not use it under a covered roof. Also, read the Artistic Ovens manual page ( 5 ) Safety Precautions.
 Before craning inspect the corner of the oven and tied the hook clockwise to make sure is lock. 
 Notice the base of the oven corner and edges may crumble during transportation and handling. This will not be considered  as damaged or defective under warranty. This can be easily touched up with a concrete mortar, epoxy caulking.
Read the Artistic Ovens manual - Safety and Precautions. https://www.artisticovens.com/oveninformation
Please read the following document: "Equipment necessary and how to move the ovens", Click pdf. sign.

Question 36

14) Do these ovens crack?

Accepted Answer

All our Ovens are required to follow curing and firing process when the oven is new to minimize potential cracks that may appear. If cracks show up do not panic, this is completely normal and expected in all hand craft made refractory terra-cotta, cement, brick mortar wood fire pizza oven. These do not affect the normal functioning of the oven and are easy to patch if you wish. Ovens come with an easy repair kit and instruction on how to patch it if it is needed.
Users must learn and understand the exciting nature of using a wood or gas fire oven and the thermodynamics of heat. This includes that when heating the oven, it may create natural cracks due to the mix of factors such as heat application, moisture inside walls which will expand and retracts the ovens’ structure walls and joins that may create cracks on the exterior, interior walls, including dome, chimney structure and front exterior brick joints. These cracks are inherent in the nature of the product and are not to be considered latent defects. These natural cracks and dilatations are natural in anything made of cement, clay, and brick seen in many structures such as buildings, bridges, or chimneys. This is one of the main reasons we recommend curing the oven slowly and progressively controlling the heat of the interior so all the compartments and joins of the oven settles better and allow the vapor and moisture to escape slowly from the walls minimizing cracks. The thermometer is used for reference purposes only. The temperature inside oven varies according to where the fire is located. For accuracy use a temperature laser gun. 
Note: If oven is wet due to expose to extreme wet weather, a partial cure process will be needed before cooking pizzas or raise the oven temperature very high too fast. Repeat step curing process step 1 - 1 day and 2 second day for more than 2 hours, also gradually increase the temperature of the oven so the moisture inside the oven evaporates slowly inside the walls. See oven care document, Curing Time and Everyday Fire up guidance process in our User Manual.

https://www.artisticovens.com/oveninformation

Question 37

15) What quality control do you provide on this Hand Made ovens?

Accepted Answer

All ovens are thoroughly inspected before releasing it to vendors and customers. As a handmade/artisan product, all the ovens have their own rustic character look. This is the natural characteristic of the product including the interior and exterior features. The doors, including the stainless steel front panels, bricks come in rustic artisan look design and finish. It is sold as is and these are not considered defective.
Ovens are sold as rustic and artisan handmade in character. Artistic Ovens Stainless-steel front panels and doors are rustic in character, look and design, therefore are not considered as defective material or workmanship. It is sold as is.

Question 38

16) What is the logistic / transportation to get the oven in my location?

Accepted Answer

16.2 Handle the shipping:  
16.2.1. The buyer must inspect the Items upon Logistic / trucking companies’ delivery. Compare received material order with your order when the carrier is delivering the material. Please take pictures, notify the driver, and choose to reject any materials that are damaged during transportation. You can ask the driver for a copy of the damaged paperwork with his signature.  You can choose to receive materials subject to further inspection if it is minor damage or something is missing from the delivery providing that the minor damage or if something is missing on the delivery is documented by the drop off driver. Artistic Ovens logistic companies are insured. Claims not reported to the driver at the moment of delivery are not covered by Artistic Ovens.  We will not be liable and responsible for any cost of damage or missing parts without documentation. We will do everything possible to help our customers, but receiving materials and documenting the drop-off by the buyer or party receiving merchandise is fundamental to resolve claims for damage or missing parts.  Please contact the Retail store immediately. File a claim with the transportation delivery company, contractor, or delivery agent.

16.2.2. Artistic Ovens is not liable for products mishandling during transportation by the customer's own shipping arrangement, installation, usage, and maintenance of the products. Only in writing upon Artistic Oven's approval customer will be able to return material in its original unused packaging. Freight costs will need to be paid by the customer to be returned. Installation and removal labor cost is not covered by Artistic Ovens.

16.2.3. Artistic Ovens disclaims any responsibility for damage caused to Artistic Ovens merchandise by anyone other than a shipping company chosen, arranged, and paid for by Artistic Ovens, including but not limited to shipping companies arranged and paid for by you or your representative. In the event of damage to Artistic Ovens merchandise caused by you and your shipper, you must file all damage claims with your shipping company and/or insurance company.

PLEASE READ "SHIPPING POLICY" https://www.artisticovens.com/about

Question 39

17)How do I stop and control the fire?

Accepted Answer

Never use water to lower the temperature of the oven or to extinguish fire. This may cause damage to the oven structure.
If you find that temperature rose too much, sparse the wood fire inside the oven to control fire, remove it safely into a metal bucket. Worst case just closes the doors and the chimney vent; it will stop the fire (NO OXYGEN - NO FIRE) after a few seconds remove some firewood into a safe place such as a metal bucket. Closing the doors while the fire is way too high may increase pressure in the oven for a short period and may create cracks in the oven. Use it as the last option.
Remember: You can always add wood to increase temperature gradually. Use doors to control temperature and air flow.
When live heavy fire always keeps the vent and doors open. Use less wood and add it as needed to increase temperature.

Question 40

18) What is the return policy?

Accepted Answer

1. Artistic Ovens reserves the right to accept returns, only in compliance with specific terms.

2. Defective or Incorrect Items: If the return is due to a defective of the product no cover by warranty and the Sales Term Conditions by Artistic Ovens or wrong item, we'll help resolve it and cover return shipping costs or offer some sort of compensation / rebate depending of the case. Note: Please Read SALES TERMS AND CONDITIONS line item 2 and item 4 regarding product and warranty.  https://www.artisticovens.com/oveninformation 
Note: Damaged products received must be check upon arrival from Carrier and rejected. Please read Transportation and Shipping policy. https://www.artisticovens.com/about

3. Non-damaged returns: You're responsible for both initial and returned shipping costs. We'll deduct initial shipping, returned shipping and handling fees from the refund. 20% will be applied on the total purchase. The return is 30 days from the pickup date or delivery date in its original packaging, unused and with the status in which it was dispatched from us.

4. Return authorization process and forms will need to be filled out before returning any items. Refunds will be authorized only upon inspecting received items returned in their original form as it was dispatched. Customer will need to provide photos of the materials and it must be on its original packaging to be returned. A final approval from us is necessary to make sure that materials are secure and visual intact before shipping materials back to Artistic Ovens.

5. Item Acceptance: Damaged or incomplete items won't be accepted; they'll be returned at your expense with no credit issued .Upon receiving the returned materials and inspection of it, the refund will be processed with the restocking fees applied.
Note: If Ovens and products are returned not in its original packaging form as it was dispatched, Artistic Ovens will reject the return. Customer will be liable for the cost of the return and cost to ship it back to customer again. If the materials received are damaged by carrier during the return, we will open a claim with the carrier and upon receiving the cost of the materials refunded to us, Artistic Ovens, we will proceed with the refund to customer.

6. Refunds will be authorized only upon inspecting receiving items returned in their original form minus cost of shipping and return transportation cost handled by us.

Please read the latest Transportation and Shipping policy. https://www.artisticovens.com/about

Question 41

19) What are Artistic Ovens Sales Term Conditions?

Accepted Answer

CHECK THE LATEST SALES TERM AND CONDITIONS IN OUR WEB SITE. https://www.artisticovens.com/oveninformation 
Read document SALES TERM & CONDITIONS

Question 42

20) How to protect the oven?

Accepted Answer

1) Do not leave these ovens exposed to extreme weather such as snow or in wet and damp weather conditions. Protect ovens for longevity.  Use the oven cover sold by Artistic Ovens or apply any other waterproof cover to protect the oven from weather conditions such as rain, snow, ocean front.
2) Do not expose oven to icing or wet mopping the oven while it is still heated, this can cause damage/cracking to the oven floor.
3)Build a cover porch for the oven if you can. You may, if you wish to touch up the exterior walls of the oven yearly to preserve its original look with the stucco paint kit and some other caulking cement products described in the (how to patch oven).
4) Apply olive oil to doors and hinges.

Question 43

21) How to clean the oven?

Accepted Answer

1)The oven gets clean with fire. Once you heat up the oven to around 250 –275 (°C). Grease, left over foot residues and any soot will start to disappear from the walls.
2) Brush and scoop the ashes of the floor area when oven cools off. Use a metal bucket if wood coals are hot to remove it from the oven.  
3)Apply olive oil to the cast iron door to prevent rust. For the wood nubs, apply water base sealers to protect the wood from UV light.

Question 44

22) Can I change the look of the exterior oven?

Accepted Answer

Exterior Color change: Yes you can change the color of your oven by applying exterior water base stucco colored paint. We suggest applying an exterior masonry paint that works with masonry walls with properties that allow for expansion and contraction. The original stucco that comes with the oven has cork particles. Get something with similar properties.  NOTE: Before changing the exterior of the walls, please complete the Curing Time process. This will allow you to patch up any cracks if they shows up before proceeding in changing the outside color.
Cover oven with another color paint, stone or structure around oven.  You can use exterior paint, but we do not recommend applying heavy structure stones or bricks on top of these ovens. Thin light tiles and light stone veneers will be okay, but you will need to test and figure out the type of preparation and glue to prevent transfer of cracks to the final surface material.  We do not have recommendations currently regarding this direct resurface. For the best results build a metal case around the oven without touching the oven walls and cover up with cement boards around and finish it up with decorative rocks, tiles. See artisticovens.com picture gallery. NOTE: Before covering the oven with another exterior walls, or resurface please complete the Curing Time process, Use the oven for a while then proceed to patch up any cracks if necessary, before covering the entire oven if you wish.

Question 45

23) How to patch your oven?

Accepted Answer

If you wish to patch up your oven before you start the process make sure that you read the patch up components instructions. The process is very simple, practice in other surfaces before using it in the oven.
Every oven comes with an exterior stucco and brick paint / patch kit, just for the exterior only to apply over small cracks that may show on the oven exterior walls. Note: Patch the oven when the oven is not hot. Check instructions on caulking and repair cement products before applying it. Cement patch caulking, high heat patch cement caulking and refractory cement is not provided with the ovens. You can get these at your hardware stores if needed. Patch the oven if desired only after completing the Curing time process. This will allow the moisture to be removed from the oven walls. Use some gloves and paint tape to mask and protect the pipe, bricks and stucco walls so it does not stain the surrounded areas.
Artistic Ovens is not liable for patching ovens or  for the result of the patch. Please use commonsense and test the patch technique in small areas before applying to visible areas. Ask a professional or call Artistic Ovens for customer support.
 
Enjoy your oven.  Do not worry about minor cracks, you can ignore then or patch them when you can to prevent moisture or water getting inside the walls. Cracks are inherent on all wood fire ovens made of brick, clay, refractory cement, expected as part of the oven it is a sign of seasoned oven.

Question 46

24) Does Mission ovens by Artistic Ovens come with a Gas burner?

Accepted Answer

No. These ovens do not come by default with the Gas burner. 
Nevertheless ,You can install a gas burner by Vamparossa that works with our ovens. https://www.vamparossa.com/  so you can do gas or/and wood at the same time.
Most people do not need the gas burner. You can start the wood fire  inside the ovens with the help of a plumbing torch that you can get in your local hardware supply near you. This will start the fire very fast without generating to much smoke. Also it will help you restart the fire when need it. Get the one with the blue tank and self ignition trigger. Always read torch instructions for how to use it and safety guidance.  For further information of adapting a Gas Burner, check documentation general information of Gas Burner Installation  on the menu page:
https://www.artisticovens.com/oveninformation

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