Wood Fired Pizza Ovens

Wood Fired Pizza Ovens for Outdoor Cooking and Entertaining

Why Wood Fired Produces Better Results

Wood fired pizza ovens reach significantly higher temperatures than conventional ovens, typically between 300 and 500 degrees Celsius depending on the model and fuel. This intense heat cooks pizza in a matter of minutes, producing a crisp base, charred crust, and evenly cooked toppings that gas and electric alternatives cannot replicate. The stone cooking surface retains and distributes heat evenly across the oven floor, while the enclosed dome maintains temperature during longer cooking sessions. This makes wood fired ovens practical for preparing multiple dishes in one use. Browse the full pizza ovens collection to compare all available models and formats.

Igneus and Clementi: Two Approaches to Wood Fired Cooking

The collection includes models from Igneus and Clementi, two established brands with different approaches to wood fired oven design. Igneus focuses on practical outdoor cooking performance using insulated steel and stone construction, with portable and larger-format models suited to different garden sizes. Clementi is an Italian manufacturer with a long history of wood fired oven production, known for traditional construction methods and cooking performance. Both brands produce ovens suited to home garden use, with models that reach cooking temperature within around 20 minutes. For those looking to extend their outdoor cooking setup, BBQ smokers pair well alongside a wood fired pizza oven.

Choosing the Right Wood and Getting Started

Wood choice makes a direct difference to cooking performance. Dry hardwoods such as oak, beech, and ash produce consistent high heat with minimal smoke, making them the most reliable option for pizza oven use. Softwoods, wet wood, and treated timber should be avoided as they produce more smoke and burn less efficiently. Most wood fired pizza ovens reach cooking temperature within 20 to 30 minutes when the right wood is used correctly. For full guidance on wood fuel, read: What Wood Should You Burn in a Fire Pit? The same principles apply to pizza oven use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What wood should I use in a wood fired pizza oven?

Dry hardwoods such as oak, beech, and ash are the best options. They produce consistent high heat with minimal smoke. Avoid wet, treated, or softwood fuel.

How long does a wood fired pizza oven take to heat up?

Most models reach cooking temperature within 20 to 30 minutes depending on the wood used and outdoor conditions.

Can wood fired pizza ovens be used for more than pizza?

Yes. The high temperatures make them suitable for roasting meat, baking bread, cooking fish, and preparing vegetables.

Are wood fired pizza ovens suitable for smaller gardens?

Portable and compact models are available within the range and can be placed on outdoor tables, stands, or kitchen counters to suit smaller outdoor spaces.

Do wood fired pizza ovens require much maintenance?

Maintenance is minimal. Remove ash after each use, keep the cooking stone clean, and use a cover when the oven is not in use.

Do you offer free delivery on wood fired pizza ovens?

Yes, all wood fired pizza ovens from Firepit Haven include free UK delivery.