How to choose an ashtray

How can you choose an original ashtray that will add a touch of style to your home or professional environment? There are many models of indoor and outdoor ashtrays available on the market today. They come in different shapes, colours and styles and can meet all aesthetic and technical requirements. In this article, we will give you some important advice on choosing the best ashtray and recommend a selection of quality products. Here is everything you need to know about the classic outdoor ashtray. 

Main types of ashtrays available on the market 

There are many different types and models of ashtrays available on the market. Depending on its positioning and installation, we can, for example, have indoor or outdoor ashtrays, or wall or floor ashtrays. These pieces of furniture are also distinguished by the cleaning system inside. Let's take a detailed look at the characteristics of the different types of ashtrays available on the market. 

Outdoor ashtrays: wall-mounted or free-standing models 

Many businesses need to create a small smoking area outside their premises: just think of ice-cream parlours, bars, restaurants, hotels or shopping centres. These activities are always characterised by a constant flow of people, who sometimes need to smoke outside, close to the premises. 

To create a small outdoor smoking area, it will be necessary to set up an outdoor ashtray outside the premises. There are two main models on the market: wall-mounted ashtrays and floor-standing ashtrays. If you have little space available, our advice is to opt for a wall-mounted ashtray to optimise your space. On the other hand, if you have plenty of space, you can choose to buy a floor standing ashtray. In physical and online shops today you can find models to suit all tastes: there is no shortage of special and design ashtrays, characterised by a refined and sometimes decidedly eccentric style. For the more discerning there are also many models of odourless ashtrays.

Outdoor ashtrays are pieces of furniture made from materials that are optimally weatherproof and long-lasting. When buying an ashtray, it is always important to pay attention to the quality of the materials used to make the furniture. Our advice is to choose a quality steel or powder-coated metal ashtray for your outdoor area. By choosing these models, you will not be forced to replace them quickly over time.

Ashtrays: cleaning system 

As mentioned in the previous paragraphs, an ashtray can also be classified according to the cleaning system fitted. An outdoor ashtray is always equipped with an ash collection tray that must be emptied and cleaned. If you have purchased a small, space-saving ashtray, you will have to consider that the ash collection tray will also be small and therefore you will have to clean it frequently. 

Larger ashtrays - e.g. those with a waste bin - usually have removable outer containers. Another feature of some ashtrays is that they are self-extinguishing, i.e. they are able to extinguish the cigarette inside the container, thus preventing smoke from escaping. 

Safety of an ashtray

When choosing an ashtray, never underestimate or totally neglect the safety aspect of the furniture. In this regard, it should be pointed out that in public smoking areas - for example in shopping centres frequented by hundreds of people every day - the safety of the ashtray is essential. In these furnishing contexts, it is essential to choose a floor-standing ashtray, equipped with firm screws, in order to guarantee the right security for visitors and to prevent theft at the same time. It is also possible to choose a lockable ashtray with access to the ash tray. This will also prevent vandalism.

The best home and office ashtrays

Finished our journey to discover the characteristics and peculiarities of the main models of ashtrays available on the market today, we propose our special selection of quality ashtrays, for every need and specific necessity. 

• This model of ashtray has a micaceous black finish;
• Column Ashtray with Mesh Lid and Knob: Alternatively, here is a beautiful model of designer ashtray, equipped with a mesh lid and knob. This piece of furniture is also the ideal solution for an outdoor smoking area in a bar, restaurant, cafeteria, bakery, trendy restaurant, fast-food restaurant, sandwich shop, pub and any other restaurant. This ashtray can also be used in companies, offices and workplaces; 
• Reversible Wall Ashtray with Painted Mesh Lid: Finally, we offer the ideal solution for those looking for a high-quality, medium-sized wall ashtray. By installing this ashtray in your outdoor environment, you can optimise the space available and ensure maximum comfort for customers accessing your outdoor smoking area.