Bakhoor Burners

Electric, charcoal and decorative burners for bakhoor, oud and loban.

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Bakhoor and oud burners

A burner is what turns bakhoor, oud chips or loban into scent. Electric burners warm the wood on a heated plate with no flame or ash, which suits homes with children and makes them easy to run for a few minutes at a time. Charcoal burners use a lit disc and give the deeper, more traditional smoke that many people prefer, while decorative mabkhara style burners double as a display piece in a lounge or entrance hall.

The range at Cii Stores covers all three, from compact everyday burners to larger showpieces and complete gift sets that pair a burner with bakhoor to start with. Because burners and blends are stocked together, it is straightforward to match a burner to the kind of bakhoor you actually use rather than buying the two separately and hoping they suit each other.

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Questions and answers

What is a bakhoor burner?
A bakhoor burner is the vessel that heats bakhoor, oud chips or loban so they release their fragrance. It either warms the material electrically on a plate or holds it above a lit charcoal disc, depending on the type.
Should I choose an electric or a charcoal burner?
Electric burners are cleaner, need no charcoal and switch off easily, which makes them the practical choice for regular indoor use. Charcoal burners produce a fuller, more traditional smoke and are what most people reach for when they want the classic experience.
How do I use an electric bakhoor burner?
Place a small piece of bakhoor or a few oud chips on the heating plate, switch the burner on and let it warm through for a few minutes. Most electric burners reach temperature quickly, so start with a small amount and add more once you judge the strength.
How do I use a charcoal burner safely?
Light the charcoal disc, let it ash over until it glows evenly, then place the bakhoor on top and set the burner on a heatproof surface away from curtains and reach of children. Never move a lit burner by the bowl, and let it cool fully before emptying it.
What is the difference between a bakhoor burner and an oud burner?
In practice they are the same appliance and the names are used interchangeably. Bakhoor refers to scented wood chips soaked in oils and oud refers to agarwood itself, but both are burned in the same way and in the same vessel.
Can I burn loban in these burners?
Yes. Loban, or frankincense resin, burns well on charcoal and in most electric burners, though resin can leave more residue than wood chips. Use foil or a small dish on the plate if you burn resin often, which keeps the burner easy to clean.
How do I clean a burner?
Let the burner cool completely, then lift out any ash or residue and wipe the plate or bowl with a dry cloth. Avoid submerging an electric burner in water, and clean it while the residue is still loose rather than letting it build up.
Do the gift sets include bakhoor?
The burner gift sets are put together as a complete starting point, and what is included is listed on each product page. Reading the contents before ordering is worth doing, since some sets are burner only while others pair a burner with blends to get started.
Can I see the burners working in store?
Yes. Cii Stores is a physical shop in Ormonde, Johannesburg, and seeing the size of a burner in person helps, since they photograph larger than they are. Come and look at the range, or order online for delivery across South Africa.
What does a bakhoor burner cost?
Burners at Cii Stores start from around R99 for simple everyday models and run to roughly R3,300 for large decorative pieces and complete gift sets. Electric burners generally sit in the middle of that range.
Is a burner a good gift?
It is one of the more reliable Islamic gifts, because it suits any household and needs no sizing or personal taste to get right. A burner paired with a couple of bakhoor blends is the usual choice for Eid, a nikah or a new home.
How much is delivery and how long does it take?
Standard shipping is R160 and orders are delivered within 3 to 5 business days. Delivery is free on orders over R1000.
Can I return a burner?
Yes. Non consumable items can be returned within 7 days in unused, unopened condition and in their original packaging. Please note that sale items are non refundable.