Description
The Dovre Rock 500 on Tablet pairs a solid cast iron firebox with a raised tablet base, lifting the fire up so you can enjoy it from the couch. Buyers often search for it simply as the rock tablet, and it is a popular pick for homeowners who want honest, steady heat with a clean, modern shape. At 9kW it has the power for a good sized lounge.
Dovre Rock 500 on Tablet Features
Cast iron for steady warmth
Cast iron takes a little longer to warm up than thin steel, but it stores that heat and keeps giving it back after the flames die down. You get a more even room temperature and fewer cold spots, and you use less wood to keep the room comfortable. That is why many people choose a cast iron fireplace for daily winter use.
Raised on a tablet
The rock on tablet set-up places the stove on a stand, so the fire sits higher in the room. It looks lighter, it is easier to load, and the flames are visible from more seats. It is a neat choice for a lounge without a raised hearth.
Size and fitting
The unit measures 37.5 x 66 x 74.5 cm and weighs 136 kg, and it connects to a 150 mm flue. It burns wood. The shallow depth helps it sit well in a room where floor space matters.
Is the Rock 500 right for your home?
Dovre does not give us a heating area figure, so we use a rough guide: a 9kW wood fireplace usually suits a larger lounge or open plan space of about 70 to 120 m2 with normal ceilings. Big windows and high ceilings change that, so share your room size with us. You can also compare our other freestanding fireplaces.
Installation in Cape Town
Our team supplies and fits the Dovre Rock 500 with the right 150 mm flue, cowl and flashing for Cape wind and rain, and we handle the compliance side. Read more about our fireplace installation in Cape Town, see the full Dovre range, or read our Dovre fireplace guide.
Dovre Rock 500 FAQs
What is the difference between the Rock 500 and the rock tablet version?
The firebox is the same 9kW cast iron Rock 500. The tablet version sits on a raised stand, which lifts the fire for a better view and easier loading. It also means you do not need a raised hearth.
How heavy is the Rock 500 on its stand?
It weighs 136 kg. Most suspended timber floors and concrete slabs handle that fine on a proper hearth plate, but we check your floor during the site visit before we install.
Thinking about a Dovre for this winter? Contact our team for a quote, or WhatsApp us your room details and we will help you plan it.
