{"product_id":"gardeco-sempra-large-chimalin-afc-chimenea","title":"Gardeco Sempra Large Chimalin AFC Chimenea","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign and Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade from Chimalin AFC, Gardeco's own fireproof clay developed over 8 years and launched in 2016, engineered to resist the thermal cracking that affects ordinary Mexican clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional chimenea shape, well suited to an average-sized patio. Comes complete with a matching metal stand and clay lid. No assembly required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat and Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurns dry wood logs or charcoal, and copes with a genuinely large fire in the way ordinary clay chimeneas cannot, thanks to the Chimalin AFC material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorks as an outdoor radiator: the clay body heats up and radiates warmth, so a couple of logs is usually enough.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Know:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBacked by a genuine 5 year warranty against cracking from thermal shock, register it with Gardeco after purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe glaze or natural clay finish will change colour and blacken around the rim with use. This is cosmetic and expected, and is not covered by the warranty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe steel stand will rust if left outdoors, cosmetic only and can be repainted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-left:3px solid #b45309;background:#fafafa;padding:1.1em 1.3em;margin:0 0 1.5em;font-size:0.96em;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.6em;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBuying with confidence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:1.2em;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 year warranty against thermal-shock cracking.\u003c\/strong\u003e Chimalin AFC is Gardeco's own fireproof clay, built to resist cracking from heat in a way ordinary Mexican clay cannot, and it is backed by a genuine 5 year warranty. The warranty covers cracking from thermal shock only, not damage from drops, impacts, being blown over, or glaze crazing under heavy high-heat use, and needs registering with Gardeco directly (a short form emailed to info@gardeco.co.uk).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e45 day returns.\u003c\/strong\u003e Unused and in its original packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDamaged on arrival?\u003c\/strong\u003e Check it before you sign, and tell us as soon as you can, ideally within 48 hours, so we can sort a replacement quickly. This does not affect your statutory rights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree UK mainland delivery,\u003c\/strong\u003e arriving within 7 to 10 working days of your order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot sure it is the right one?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"tel:+441923549110\" style=\"color:#b45309;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eCall\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@firesideboutique.co.uk?subject=Sempra%20chimenea%20enquiry\" style=\"color:#b45309;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eemail\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" onclick=\"var c=document.querySelector('shopify-chat');var b=c\u0026amp;\u0026amp;c.shadowRoot\u0026amp;\u0026amp;c.shadowRoot.querySelector('button');if(b){b.click();return false;}\" style=\"color:#b45309;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003echat\u003c\/a\u003e with us before you order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- pp-enhanced --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin:2em 0 0.5em;font-size:1.35em;\"\u003eSempra questions, answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;padding:0.85em 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;list-style:none;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;gap:1em;align-items:baseline;\"\u003eWhat is Chimalin AFC, and how is the Sempra different from a normal clay chimenea?\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"color:#b45309;font-weight:400;flex:none;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.7em 0 0;\"\u003eChimalin AFC is a fireproof clay Gardeco developed and launched in 2016, specifically to resist the thermal-shock cracking that affects ordinary Mexican clay chimeneas. It's backed by a genuine 5 year warranty against that kind of cracking, which Gardeco does not offer on its plain clay range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;padding:0.85em 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;list-style:none;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;gap:1em;align-items:baseline;\"\u003eDoes the Sempra come with a stand and lid?\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"color:#b45309;font-weight:400;flex:none;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.7em 0 0;\"\u003eYes, every colourway includes a matching metal stand and clay lid as standard. No assembly is required, it arrives ready to position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;padding:0.85em 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;list-style:none;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;gap:1em;align-items:baseline;\"\u003eWhat does the 5 year warranty actually cover?\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"color:#b45309;font-weight:400;flex:none;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.7em 0 0;\"\u003eCracking caused by thermal shock, the heat of the fire itself. It doesn't cover damage from being dropped, knocked over, blown over by wind, general misuse, or glaze crazing from heavy high-temperature use. You need to register the warranty with Gardeco by emailing info@gardeco.co.uk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;padding:0.85em 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;list-style:none;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;gap:1em;align-items:baseline;\"\u003eWhat fuel does the Sempra burn?\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"color:#b45309;font-weight:400;flex:none;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.7em 0 0;\"\u003eDry wood logs or charcoal. Because Chimalin AFC resists thermal shock, you can build a larger fire than you would in an ordinary clay chimenea, though the same sensible fire-safety practices still apply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;padding:0.85em 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;list-style:none;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;gap:1em;align-items:baseline;\"\u003eHow is the Sempra delivered, and will I need help?\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"color:#b45309;font-weight:400;flex:none;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.7em 0 0;\"\u003eFree UK mainland delivery, typically within 7 to 10 working days. It arrives assembled with its stand, no tools needed, but two people make it easier to move safely given the weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin:2em 0 0.5em;font-size:1.35em;\"\u003eWho the Sempra is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt is a good fit if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuyers who want the look of a Mexican chimenea with a genuine warranty against cracking, not just decorative clay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA choice of 6 finishes, from natural pale clay to 5 glazed colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone planning to light larger, more frequent fires than a plain clay chimenea is rated for\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsider something else if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuyers on a tighter budget; Chimalin AFC costs more than Gardeco's plain Mexican clay range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting a fully bulletproof product; the warranty excludes drops, impacts, wind and glaze crazing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting to skip warranty registration; it must be completed with Gardeco directly to be valid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gardeco","offers":[{"title":"Natural Clay","offer_id":54169673859419,"sku":"AFC-C21.00","price":279.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Glazed Cappuccino","offer_id":54169673892187,"sku":"AFC-C21.73","price":299.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Glazed Black","offer_id":54169673924955,"sku":"AFC-C21.75","price":299.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Glazed Caramel","offer_id":54169673957723,"sku":"AFC-C21.76","price":299.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Glazed Green","offer_id":54169673990491,"sku":"AFC-C21.77","price":299.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Glazed Light Grey","offer_id":54169674023259,"sku":"AFC-C21.78","price":299.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0919\/3750\/5627\/files\/sempra-lifestyle-2026-09-23_96374d3d-4848-4cea-8716-2a202ee6f9e2.jpg?v=1790181162","url":"https:\/\/firesideboutique.co.uk\/products\/gardeco-sempra-large-chimalin-afc-chimenea","provider":"Fireside Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}