The Valoriani Indirekt combines a traditional appearance with a heavy mass of fireclay for excellent heat storage — ideal for pizza, bread, casseroles, roasts and much more. To help your oven get off to a good start in the garden or outdoor kitchen, we have summarised the most important practical steps and recommendations.
Options: kit or preassembled
The Valoriani Indirekt is available as a kit for individual self-assembly or as a preassembled oven. Preassembled units are prepared individually for you; the exterior can be finished with a white or coloured render or with mosaic tiles. We are happy to advise which option suits your location, intended use and budget.
Planning and preparation
Location and substructure
- Choose an accessible, weather-protected spot with sufficient clearance from combustible materials.
- Provide a load-bearing, level base. Accurate levelling is essential for a stress-free assembly.
- Take into account the eventual flue routing and check local regulations. If in doubt, consult a professional installer.
Tools, materials and helpers
- Typical tools: spirit level, tape measure, trowels, rubber mallet, clean mortar tub/buckets, protective clothing and gloves.
- Arrange enough helping hands: components and oven parts are heavy and should be moved by several people.
- Keep a tarpaulin ready to protect parts and fresh surfaces from rain.
Check the delivery
- Open packages carefully and check the delivery against the documentation.
- Store parts dry until assembly and protect them from damage.
Assembly stages (kit)
Always follow the manufacturer’s supplied documentation. The points below describe the typical sequence in broad terms:
- 1. Prepare the base: ensure load-bearing capacity and level surface; clean the area carefully.
- 2. Dry-fit: initially position key elements without adhesive to check joints and mark reference points.
- 3. Position and level: fix components according to the instructions, checking continuously with a spirit level. Finish joints neatly.
- 4. Insulation and exterior finish: carry out insulation and rendering work as instructed. The final appearance can be a rendered finish or a mosaic cladding.
Tip: work at a steady pace and allow fresh layers adequate time to cure before proceeding.
Flue routing and weather protection
- Plan the flue routing early and observe local requirements. We are happy to advise if anything is unclear.
- Outdoors, solid weather protection (for example a canopy or cover) prolongs the life of the finish and components.
First heating (curing)
After assembly the oven needs time to release residual moisture slowly. Proceed in stages:
- Start small and gradually increase the heating duration.
- A little condensation is normal at first and will subside as the oven dries.
- Only bake at full power once the oven is completely dry through.
Cooking in the Valoriani Indirekt
Once the oven has been cured, cooking is straightforward: pizzas with a robust base, juicy roasts, flavourful casseroles and bread all benefit from the stored radiant heat and even temperature distribution.
Video and practical insights
A detailed assembly video is available for DIY builders. We also watched our installers at work — the photo gallery gives a practical impression of what to expect during assembly.
Advice and service
Whether kit or preassembled: we support you with planning, choice of exterior finish and practical installation questions. If you prefer professional assembly, contact us — our team will be happy to help.
