Arteflame Classic 40" Grill — Round Base

Overview

The Arteflame Classic 40" Grill with Round Base combines serious live-fire cooking performance with the clean, sculptural simplicity of Arteflame's signature CORTEN steel design.

Its expansive 40-inch, 1/2-inch solid carbon-steel cooktop provides more than 1,250 square inches of cooking space, giving you room to prepare multiple foods at once across a naturally varied temperature surface.

At the center, the grill grate can reach temperatures exceeding 1,000°F, providing intense heat for high-temperature searing. Move food outward onto the surrounding flat-top to continue cooking at progressively gentler temperatures.

Below, the CORTEN steel fire bowl and Round Base create a balanced circular silhouette that feels less like conventional barbecue equipment and more like a permanent part of the landscape.

When dinner is finished, remove the cooktop and the grill transitions into an open-fire gathering place.

Minimal form. Serious live-fire performance. One timeless centerpiece.

Key Features

• 1,250+ Sq. In. Cooking Surface — The 40" cooktop provides generous room for preparing multiple dishes simultaneously.
• 1,000°F+ Center Searing — The central grill grate delivers intense heat for high-temperature searing directly over the fire.
• 1/2" Solid Carbon-Steel Cooktop — A substantial flat-top surface designed for heat retention and versatile outdoor cooking.
• Multiple Heat Zones — Temperatures naturally vary from the center toward the outer edge, allowing different foods to cook at different intensities.
• Sculptural Round Base — The simple cylindrical foundation creates a clean, balanced profile beneath the fire bowl.
• U.S. CORTEN Weathering Steel — Both the bowl and Round Base develop the distinctive evolving surface character associated with weathering steel.
• Hardwood or Lump Charcoal — Choose the live-fire fuel that best matches your cooking style.
• Center Grill Grate Included — Cook directly over the central fire when intense heat is desired.
• Flat-Top Cooking — Use the surrounding cooktop for proteins, seafood, vegetables, breads, breakfast foods, and more.
• Grill + Fire Feature — Remove the cooktop after cooking to enjoy the bowl as an open-fire gathering feature.
• 360-Degree Entertaining — The circular design invites guests to gather around the cooking experience.
• Seasoning Puck Included — Helps establish and maintain the carbon-steel cooking surface.

Why This Product Stands Out

The Classic 40" with Round Base is the Arteflame configuration for buyers who value simplicity, proportion, and architectural restraint.

The cooking system itself is highly capable.

The central grate delivers 1,000°F+ heat, while the surrounding 1/2" carbon-steel cooktop gives you a large multi-zone surface for preparing an entire meal around one fire.

But the Round Base gives this model its identity.

Its cylindrical form echoes the shape of the fire bowl and cooktop, creating a cohesive silhouette with very little visual interruption.

Where the Storage Base adds utility and the Euro Base adds a more expressive architectural foundation, the Round Base keeps the composition simple.

That makes it especially well suited to outdoor spaces where the grill should feel intentional, refined, and permanent.

Specifications

Who This Is For

The Arteflame Classic 40" Grill with Round Base is ideal for homeowners who want serious outdoor cooking performance without introducing the appearance of a conventional barbecue into a carefully designed space.

It is particularly well suited for:

• Luxury patios
• Contemporary landscapes
• Outdoor kitchens
• Poolside entertaining areas
• Courtyards
• Vacation properties
• Larger backyard gathering spaces
• Live-fire cooking enthusiasts
• Design-conscious homeowners
• Buyers who prefer a minimalist aesthetic
• Customers who want CORTEN steel without integrated storage

The Round Base is especially appealing when clean lines and visual simplicity matter more than built-in storage.

1,250+ Square Inches of Cooking Space

The 40" cooktop provides more than 1,250 square inches of cooking surface.

That gives you room to prepare multiple components of a meal simultaneously.

Depending on the menu, the surface can accommodate:

• Steaks
• Burgers
• Seafood
• Vegetables
• Eggs
• Bacon
• Pancakes
• Bread
• Side dishes
• Foods being finished or held warm

The large circular layout allows the cook to work around the fire instead of being limited to a conventional rectangular grate.

1,000°F+ Center Searing

The center grill grate sits directly over the live fire.

According to the supplied specifications, this central area can exceed 1,000°F, making it ideal for high-temperature searing.

After developing the exterior over the center, food can be moved outward onto the flat-top to continue cooking at a different temperature.

This creates a natural progression:

Sear → Move → Cook → Finish → Hold

All without leaving the same cooking surface.

Multiple Cooking Zones

The central fire naturally creates a temperature gradient across the cooktop.

The hottest temperatures are closest to the middle.

Heat becomes progressively gentler toward the outside edge.

That lets you use different portions of the cooktop for different purposes:

• High-heat searing
• General cooking
• Gentler finishing
• Warming
• Holding completed food

Rather than relying on separate burner controls, you manage heat primarily by where food is positioned around the fire.

The Round Base Difference

The Round Base is the most understated of the primary Classic 40" configurations.

Its smooth circular profile complements the geometry of the bowl and cooktop without adding storage openings or a more complex leg structure.

That gives the grill a visual character that is:

• Simple
• Balanced
• Minimal
• Architectural
• Timeless

For design-focused outdoor spaces, that restraint can be the advantage.

CORTEN Weathering Steel

Both the fire bowl and Round Base are constructed from U.S. CORTEN weathering steel.

CORTEN is valued for the way its exterior changes with exposure, creating the warm, weathered appearance that has become closely associated with Arteflame.

The evolving finish helps the grill feel less like an appliance and more like a permanent landscape feature.

Its appearance is intended to develop over time rather than remain visually static.

Live-Fire Fuel Flexibility

The Classic 40" can be fired with:

Seasoned Hardwood
For the traditional character and experience of cooking over a wood fire.

Lump Charcoal
For a different approach to heat control and concentrated live-fire cooking.

This gives the cook flexibility to choose the fuel that best matches the meal and preferred cooking style.

Cooking Becomes Part of the Gathering

The circular Arteflame design naturally draws people toward the fire.

Instead of placing the cook behind a conventional grill, the layout lets guests gather around the cooking surface and remain part of the experience.

That makes the grill particularly appealing for homeowners who view outdoor cooking as part of entertaining rather than simply meal preparation.

From Grill to Fire Feature

When dinner is finished, remove the cooktop and continue enjoying the fire.

The CORTEN steel bowl becomes an open-fire gathering feature, allowing the same centerpiece to move naturally from:

Cooking → Dining → Evening Fire

For spaces where both grilling and fire-side entertaining matter, this dual-purpose design can reduce the need for separate installations.

What's Included

Your Arteflame Classic 40" Grill with Round Base includes:

• Arteflame Classic 40" grill
• U.S. CORTEN steel fire bowl
• CORTEN steel Round Base
• 40" solid carbon-steel cooktop
• Center grill grate
• Seasoning puck

Round Base vs. Storage Base

Choose the Round Base if you want the cleanest silhouette.

Choose the Storage Base if convenient access to firewood or accessories is a priority.

Round Base vs. Euro Base

The choice between these two configurations is primarily about visual character.

Round Base — Minimalism
Simple cylindrical geometry and a restrained silhouette.

Euro Base — Sculpture
A more expressive architectural foundation with distinctive leg geometry.

Both deliver the same core live-fire cooking experience.

The decision comes down to whether you prefer quiet simplicity or a more sculptural base design.

Care & Maintenance

Treat the carbon-steel cooktop similarly to other seasoned carbon-steel cooking surfaces.

For routine care:

• Scrape food residue from the cooktop after cooking.
• Maintain seasoning according to Arteflame's instructions.
• Apply an appropriate light coating of oil when needed.
• Use the included seasoning puck as directed.
• Remove cooled ash and debris regularly.
• Allow all components to cool before handling.
• Follow Arteflame's current maintenance instructions.

The CORTEN bowl and base are designed to develop their characteristic weathered appearance with exposure.

Important Safety Information

The Arteflame is an outdoor live-fire cooking appliance.

Always:

• Operate it outdoors with appropriate ventilation.
• Install it on a stable, suitable surface.
• Maintain required clearances from combustible materials.
• Follow local fire regulations.
• Never leave an active fire unattended.
• Keep children and pets away from hot surfaces.
• Allow the cooktop, bowl, and surrounding metal to cool completely before handling.
• Follow Arteflame's current installation and operating instructions.

Common Questions

How much cooking space does it provide?
More than 1,250 square inches.

How thick is the cooktop?
The cooktop is 1/2-inch solid carbon steel.

How hot can the center grill grate get?
The supplied specifications state 1,000°F+.

How is the Round Base different from the Storage Base?
The Round Base emphasizes a clean, minimalist silhouette. The Storage Base adds integrated space for firewood and appropriate accessories.

How is the Round Base different from the Euro Base?
The Round Base is simpler and more understated. The Euro Base has a more sculptural architectural foundation.

What material is the fire bowl made from?
U.S. CORTEN weathering steel.

What material is the Round Base made from?
U.S. CORTEN weathering steel.

Can I use hardwood?
Yes.

Can I use lump charcoal?
Yes.

Is the center grill grate included?
Yes.

Is the seasoning puck included?
Yes.

Can it be used as a fire bowl?
Yes. Remove the cooktop after cooking to use the CORTEN bowl as an open-fire feature.