We Didn't Invent Fire.
We Invented Fireplace Glass
We Make Fire Cool!
Moderustic® is proud to have been issued 5 U.S. Patent Numbers
and 1 Patent pending status! 5th one just awarded notice of allowance 10/23/2021
Covering our method of creating tumbled tempered glass for use in fireplaces and fire pits.
Patent Applications Published 2005, 2006, 2014 and 2017 (twice). Worlds most infringed PATENT in WORLD HISTORY!
New Showroom Hours
Monday through Friday 8:00 to 6:00, Closed Saturdays (by appointment only), Closed Sunday
Our Vortex Fires are manufactured for both indoor and outdoor use. However, if you plan to use them indoors you must make sure to comply with local building codes.
Our Vortex Fires are naturally aspirated - meaning there are no electronics involved. The swirling flame is generated by how we engineered its construction.
All our Vortex Fires are built to order and can be modified to fit your design needs. Construction time ranges from 5 to 8 weeks depending on our workload.
MORE NEW MOVIES HERE!
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See our newest Fire FX page, starting now a new way to enjoy FIRE AND WATER
WE MAKE FIRE COOL!
Check out our NEW FX FEATURES
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Christy Collins Design in Chicago at the Dana Hotel at the Vertigo on the top floor!
Click Here to see the pictures!
Vertigo Sky Lounge
Dr. David Desai Vortex Project
Click HERE or on the picture to see the project.
Vortex Videos, "CLICK HERE"
<iframe title="vimeo-player" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/701836094?h=2f9996fcce" width="640" height="361" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Or CLICK "HERE" for Vortex Videos, 7 Pages of Videos
Dana Hotel and Spa
Chicago Bars Review on the Vertigo Sky Lounge
See the PDF on the design from Christy Collins!
The following two 48" inch Vortex Fires with reflective glass panels were custom projects for Collins Design Co. Set atop a 26 story high high rise in Downtown Chicago, we here at night you can see the fires from 3 blocks away.
Click here to see there tear sheet.
Click HERE or on the picture to see our new 60" Octagon Vortex Fire
Vortex Videos, "CLICK HERE"
Or CLICK "HERE" for Vortex Videos, 7 Pages of Videos
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Vortex Fire Features
Hard Rock Video 10
Hard Rock Video 10
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Click HERE or on the pictures of the Ritz Carlton Vortex' at Amelia Island Florida to how these were built. See the Videos!
Ritz Carlton Vortex Florida from Edgar Jaunzemis on Vimeo.
Ritz Carlton Vortex Page
We worked with the Torch Restaurant in developing several custom Vortex Fires. See the pictures below and click here to find out more about Torch.
This set of Vortex Fires were developed for a private residence in Palm Desert for Brian Groff. He ordered a 18" x 18 x 36" and a 18" x 18" x 60" both with a set of chromium panels. Please see the final installation pictures below.
Here is what Brian had to say...
"Thanks Ed... the Vortex’ look amazing!"
The following pictures and illustrations come to us from Mark Sturky, the future pilot for Virgin's Galactica spaceship. He came to us for a futuristic vortex water and fire feature.
Mark provided some great digital sketches of what he wanted from us.
And here is the project completed, Mark got a 48" Aluminum Vortex with outdoor windshields surrounded with Black Magic and Diamond Toppers and a square stainless steel burner to best frame the Vortex.
A set of 36" tall Vortex's for our Palm Desert Client Trisha Prentis. As requested we constructed a set of custom bases that would raise the vortex's up high enough to adorn each side of her pools waterfall.
You'll notice the two tones of glass walls. For the inner glass encasing Trisha choose Bronze reflective glass for her vortex walls, and clear glass for the surrounding windshield panels.
Sizes and Price
| Brushed Aluminum |
Without Windshield
12" by 12" Enclosure |
With Windshield
12" by 12" Enclosure
18" by 18" Windshield |
36" to 48" in Clear Glass |
$800.00 |
$1200.00 |
36" to 48"in Reflective Glass |
$1200.00 |
$1600.00 |
Other Metal Options
(Extra Charges Apply)
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Other Glass Options
(Extra Charges Apply)
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Further Features
(Extra Charges Apply)
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- Stainless Steel
- Copper
- Brass
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Dozens of Colors in
- Reflective Chromium
- Tainted Heat Treated Glass
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- Custom pedestals to fit any application
- Remote Control
- Propane Fueled
- Vinyl or Marine Vinyl Covers
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This was a "Lava Heat" lamp, that a customer wished to have convert into a vortex fire. The Vortex was clear glass and fueled by natural gas.
We played with the color of the flame by carbortating the air, (air mixer) which results in a fluctuation between blue and yellow flames.
Our customer was thrilled to have his one-of-kind fire feature. And we hope he sends us some final photos of the converted Lava Lamp at home.
The following photos were sent to us from our customer Ricky, whom ordered a total of 3 natural gas Vortex's. This particular one had a 24" dual feed Stainless Steel burner ring installed at its base surrounding the Vortex itself in fire.
The Vortex was the center piece to a custom outdoor sitting area. Situated in moderately windy area it did not require a windshield encasing. The glass used was a a Graylite Reflective with a base of Black Magic under a white sand.
Ricky also requested we built him a 24" spun aluminum bowl with an exterior water ring and a fire ring in the middle, the fireglass base was multi-mix.
The other two Vortex's were then installed into their designated spots around this beautiful custom waterfall with bronze crane sculptures.
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The next pictures are from the Lexus corporate party in Hawaii. There were a total of 5 Vortex's used for the event. They stood 96" tall and measured 18" by 18". These particular Vortex Fires were developed for JPGCO, one of the foremost and best display builders in the nation of automotive displays. Check out their website www.JPGCO.com ! We currently working on the 4th generation of Vortex Fires, so stay tuned.
We can manufacture our Vortex as high as 54" and our pricing ranges by your custom specifications and market price for various unique metals
Please call us, we are happy to answer your questions. Office - (909) 989-6129 Or better yet if you are in California stop by and see at we are located at 9467 9th St, Unit D, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 and are open Mon-Fri 8-5pm Sat 10-2pm . And remember when you call Moderustic® - you'll always talk to a real person; never a machine.
Call or Email Ed some pictures of your ideas at Ed@Moderustic.com.
This propane fueled Vortex with water feature was made in conjunction with TC Products. The feature won the 2008 HPBA Vesta Awards in Georgia. The Vesta Awards were created by Hearth & Home magazine to recognize and honor companies for their innovation in product design and/or technology.
More details here:
http://HearthAndHome.com/vesta/vesta.html
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This next Vortex project belongs to Alfie Petit in Palm Springs, California. One of our favorite and most colorful clients, Alfie designed this outdoor sitting area with our Vortex as its center piece. We installed a 42" center-less stainless steel ring which made a fire pit all around the Vortex. Here ae some photos of the installation.
The following photos were from the Kronner wedding party. They used a total of 4 Vortex's which I think did a good job of lighting the entire backyard party. Please keep in the mind that our client was using a hand held camera in the dark.
Here are a few pictures of 5 of our Vortex Fires located in the Prive Las Vegas night club located at the Planet Hollywood Las Vegas. These pictures were taken just after construction but the gas was not connected at that time. We will go back later and take pictures of all 5 Vortex Fires burning at one time.
The center Vortex is 48" tall, on either side they are 36" tall and the end Vortex Fires are 24" tall. The glass that was used was a clear crystal with only a bottom frame. The top was free floating. These are located just behind the main bar in the large picture window open to the balcony.
The next few pictures are of 36" Black Reflective (chromium coated) Battery Operated Ignitions installed under the Vortex Fires.
If you notice the hole in the front, it is light the ignition system in the event it does want to light because of moisture. We also use this hole to lift and remove this glass panel to clean the interior if it is ever needed. "Don't build a car and weld the hood shut." The batteries are accessible from and under the bottom side.
VortexED '55' Alcohol Fueled Vortex Fires
Our alcohol based Vortex was specifically developed to be used both indoors or outdoors. VortexED ‘55’ has been naturally aspirated to swirl without the use of any electronics. Available in various metal and glass types. Price range from $80 - $300
Check Out Our VortexED '55' - Alcohol Fueled Fires!
Currently under-development, our latest product "tubED" is
a fire feature that uses sound waves to electronically excite
gas molecules. Check out the Video Here.
GlassIceAndFire.com site, click "HERE" for more on "tubED"
Bulgaria Fire and Water Feature!
New Feature "Portolo Water Feature with Fire"
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Find all of your glass HERE!
Find "New COLORS" HERE!
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Custom Metal Cut-Outs Residential or Commercial "LOGOS"
Our Fire Pit metal logos are made with a high-pressure water jet cutter, for a clean polished finish. Able to accommodate just about any color with our vast library of FireGlass colors.
What is FireGlass? And Why Is It So Great?
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- FireGlass is a tempered formulated glass process (patented process!) Designed for long-term friendly heat radiation.
- No cinders or embers
- Clean Burning, safe and lasts a lifetime
- No odors or smells
- Beautiful, entertaining with no mess
- Average Fireplace Cost is $200 to $400 for the glass alone
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FireGlass (Base-Glass)
Our fireplace glass is safe for the environment and to the touch! Can be used for both indoor or outdoor. Our 2" method provides the most affordable way to maximize your use of fireplace glass saving you 1/3 the cost. Want to know how much you need? Or simply call us (909) 989-6129.
Fire Crystal Toppers
Designed to go on top of your Aquatic Glassel / FireGlass our Crystal Toppers serve like accent pieces - giving you further design options and color for your fireplace or fire pit. Note: Toppers are not intended to be used as Base Glass. The bulk of your FireGlass should be Aquatic Glassel / FireGlass not Topper or Toppings.
FireGlass Toppings
If Fireplace glass was ice cream, this would be your Toppings! Intended to be sprinkled or used to create designs - Toppings are the perfect subtle accent to your new FireGlass fireplace or fire pit. Note: Toppers are not intended to be used as Base Glass. The bulk of your FireGlass should be Aquatic Glassel / FireGlass not Topper or Toppings.
Click "HERE" or on the picture to see what and how we made this project for the Fleur's!
Super "8" Stainless Steel Pans! Custom made just for you, check it out!
Joe La Beau Fire Pit Ring Feature
Andrei's Restaurant Vortex Fires
Click on the picture above or "HERE" to see the before and after pictures. Corten Steel Propane Fire Table.
Welcome, we hope you enjoy your visit - if this is your first time here please check out our E Store to see what is available off-the-shelf. However, if you're looking to get some custom work done; please be ready to provide high resolution pictures and or sketches of your project and Email your specifications to Ed@Moderustic.com. Also, please visit our Custom Burners page and "Custom Projects" section below to understand the scope of our work.
HGTV with Steve Watson Don't Sweat It!
Larry Kraines Fireplace Surround
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Christy Collins Design in Chicago at the Dana Hotel at the Vertigo on the top floor!
Click Here to see the pictures!
Vertigo Sky Lounge
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Santa Monica Red O Restaurant (link to the restaurant)
Click HERE or on the picture below to see all of the NorthStar pictures
Brandon Movie at Andrie's from Edgar Jaunzemis on Vimeo.
See ALSO:
Our outdoor VORTEX Fires are made to order with several available metal and glass options. And can be fueled by either propane or natural gas. Price range from $800 - $1600. See The VORTEX Video! By Carl Herkes, just CLICK HERE!
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Click on The PICTURE or HERE to see How The Santa Monica Fire Table was built!
Teak and Stainless steel fire pit is now complete and installed!
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6 Colors of Sterling Silver Panels!
Click "HERE" or on the picture above!
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CLICK HERE or on the pictures below to see how Knott's Berry Farm fire pit finished!
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Click HERE or on the picture below to see how this was made
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Black Magic Fire!
Click here to see more!We create Magic in the fire! TM
Sterling Silver Fireplace Panels
Click here to see more videos and pictures
Boston Celtics T. D. Gardens
6 gang Vortex
Build Videos, Test Videos, final assembly pictures being posted
Click HERE to see how it was made, allong with Videos or on the pictures below:
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Sterling Silver Fireplace Panels
Click here to see more videos and pictures
Chrome FireBalls are HERE! (pictures are now posted)
More pictures coming very soon.
4", 6", 8" and huge 12"
We just finished testing, they perform wonderfully!
Sever other shades and colors are being produced now.
E Mail or call to pre order! (909) 989 6129
See our Palm Springs Display
Lots of Videos, these videos and pictures wil identify who we are.
Click HERE or on the Picture below to see our MOVIES!
Click HERE or on the Picture above to see our MOVIES!
Fireplace Surrounds
All of our custom fireplace Surrounds are Hand-Made here in America - never machine manufactured. Made to your specifications our surrounds can be made from Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Copper, etc...
Click below or on the picture below to see step by step makeover
CHRIS TOOLEY CONVERSION
from this
to this
