
Pizza oven kit or DIY - the differences
May 29, 2024
The Dome of the Pizza Oven
The most obvious advantage of a pizza oven kit lies in the prefabricated dome parts, which are precisely manufactured and therefore quick and easy to assemble. The time savings are evident. The size of the front opening for inserting the pizza is also a frequent topic. The size of the opening must match the volume of the interior. In a kit, the dimensions are coordinated. Another advantage is the heat distribution in the oven, which is optimized through the precise calculation of the dimensions. If the dome is too high or too pointed in a self-built oven, the heat cannot distribute well, and the oven will not reach high temperatures. It's also important to mention the radiant heat, which also requires precise dome measurements. A pizza oven kit from a renowned company like Forni Valoriani offers the benefits of correct dimensioning, taking into account all the construction-related points mentioned above.
The smoke outlet for the chimney is always located at the front in the kit, ensuring that the warm air flows through the entire oven. This is an important point to fully utilize the heat. Another advantage is the connection of the dome parts, which does not require mortar. As a result, there is no risk of cracking like in domes made from individual bricks. No dry mortar crumbles onto the pizza or other delicacies over time. The dome remains stable, as there are almost no joints that could cause instability.
The Floor of the Pizza Oven
In any case, great attention should be paid to the underfloor insulation of the pizza oven. Whether self-built with individual bricks or in a kit, it is always recommended to use Poroton bricks, as they provide a good base, store heat, and do not dissipate it like concrete does. The baking surface of the pizza oven in the Valoriani kits is always a high-quality, food-safe refractory brick, guaranteed without toxic additives as often found in cheaper stones. The thickness of the refractory brick is also crucial for the floor's insulation.
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Innovation with beautiful details, the stone oven Valoriani Indirect. With its indirect heating of the baking surface, the oven Valoriani Indirect seeks its peers. The patented process allows particularly gentle and even baking due to radiant heat. The fire in the combustion chamber heats the firebrick stones of the baking surface and is fed from behind, where it surrounds the entire baking chamber. The heating time to 300 degrees takes about 30 minutes. Two pizzas can be baked at the same time in a few minutes. The exhaust gases are led forward to the controllable flue. The advantages of the innovative technology: The entire baking surface can be used and it can be baked continuously. The Valoriani Indirect can be placed both indoors and outdoors. Installation inside and outside: Inside, the Valoriani Indirect can be integrated into the elements of a kitchen as a supplement to the stove and mounted next to the fireplace or in the party room. Outside, he finds his place next to the barbecue, on the terrace or in the garden. But then it must be protected from the weather. As a mounting kit or pre-assembled: The Valoriani Indirect is equipped with thermometer, ash box, smoke connection and hardwood handles. Ideal is a 3-layer insulation with ceramic fiber of about 8 cm, to ensure a slow cooling and a long life. After that, it can be plastered or walled up. It is important that no moisture can get into the insulation. Take a look at our sample pictures. The kit Valoriani Indirect is a special fire concrete, which is poured into molds. Schamottseteine and clay granules provide excellent thermal conductivity and insulation. The stove is reworked by hand during assembly. Please keep in mind that certain dimensional tolerances +/- 5mm and small irregularities are normal. Alternatively, the model is also available as an already assembled model including ceramic fiber insulation, metallic cladding and bottom plate in Toscanarot. Ideal for your private party The model is perfectly adequate even for larger families and small celebrations. With a baking time of 3 - 4 minutes per pizza depending on temperature, surface and firing, all guests can be satisfied.For bread baking and the lower firing chamber swept in the second baking process and used for baking. The oven keeps the heat long enough to have twice the capacity at the end of the pizza steak . The details for private use: Important for customers is the compact size of the model: After cladding and insulation, they receive external dimensions of 70-80 cm and a depth of 80 cm.The flue gas duct through the baking chamber provides the traditional taste. The baking chamber is less contaminated with soot particles or ash in relation to a directly mounted model. The compact dimensions of the Valoriani Indirekt make it ideal for terraces, balconies or even small gardens.You can bake your pizza directly on the firebrick and alternatively on metal sheets, it is important to get a feel for the oven.The floor temperatures are always slightly higher than in dome furnaces, this should be considered in order to achieve the best results for its taste . If the soil temperature is too high, we recommend placing the embers in the back of the glow chamber about 20 minutes before the pizza stump .Also delicious is the cooking and cooking of vegetables, pasta or meat in this wood oven. This is possible in commercial casserole dishes at any time and they get crispy and juicy dishes. We wish you a good appetite! A small baking instructions model "Valoriani Indirect ": Ideal is to heat the oven at least 1 to 1.5 hours to about 280-300 degrees. If they want to bake directly on the pizza stone made of fireclay, ideally after firing up the embers should be pushed back to the last third, so that the floor temperature is not too hot. If they bake on trays, this is not necessary, as these somewhat reduce the temperature emanating from the pizza stone. You should add one or two small pieces of wood every 15-20 minutes so that the pizza oven settles at a minimum of 250 degrees. Once the pizza is inserted, the oven should be closed again to keep the heat in the oven. Thin pizzas and not too many toppings are ideal. Then you achieve a delicious and crispy pizza directly on the bottom in about 3-5 minutes of baking. If they want to bake bread in the second round, remove the embers completely and leave the oven open for 10 minutes so that some heat escapes. Then put the bread in and close the oven for 30-40 minutes. Closing the smoke control is also ideal.
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Valoriani FVR solo pizza ovenTradition is the best recipe. The Valoriani FVR pizza oven kit has been around for 50 years.The FVR pizza oven is available in five different sizes. Here you will find the kit in the solo version, i.e. without accessories. You can select these as an option. You can choose between a smoke connection, a brick arch and an insulation set. The baking surface of the FVR pizza oven kit consists of refractory "white" fireclay with a thickness of five centimetres. Depending on the size of the oven, it is composed of different elements.The special feature of the "white" surface is its ability to store heat optimally. Due to its high aluminium content, it is more resistant to heat and keeps it correspondingly longer. The stone ovens of the FVR series are traditionally fired with wood. This not only ensures the desired heat in the oven and the perfectly crispy pizzas, but also gives them their inimitable taste. Thanks to the very large combustion and baking chamber, you can also use larger logs in the stone oven without any problems and thus save yourself a lot of work during preparation. In addition, the large opening provides very good and easy access to push the wood aside and clean the baking surface.The metal door is included and can be equipped with a thermometer as an accessory. A brick arch as well as a smoke connection are available as accessories. Features and components:Self-supporting elements made of refractory mixture form the baking chamber of the oven. A moulded plate of refractory cotto serves as a work and storage surface in front of the opening. Removable metal flap Assembly instructions, useful hints for maintenance The model FVR is available in the following internal dimensions: 80 cm, 100 cm, 110 cm, 120 cm, 110 × 160 cm and 110 cm with large opening (Bocca Larga). The base of the oven should always be 40cm larger than the diameter of the oven itself (for example, with an FVR 100cm diameter, the base should be at least 140cm in diameter). The working height of the stove varies between 110 - 120cm. These components await you If you decide to buy this shapely stone oven in the different versions, you can expect the following components: self-supporting construction elements for the baking chamber of the oven a front opening of 28/22 centimetres an interior height of 33 centimetres a pizza capacity of at least 3 pizzas per baking process a plate of fireproof cotto as working and storage surface in front of the oven opening a removable and perfectly fitting metal flap for closing the oven comprehensive assembly instructions with important tips for using and caring for the stone oven.





