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Backflow Incense Waterfall Burner, Pentagon Falls

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Smoke turns into a small piece of theatre here, slipping from one angular ledge to the next like a dark waterfall in slow motion. This ceramic backflow incense burner is made for backflow cones, with a sculptural pentagon design that gives the falling smoke a clear path to follow.

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What you need with it

What it is

The pentagram: a five pointed star, a pagan sign of the elements. A backflow burner in resin and metal: light a backflow cone inside and the smoke rolls down over it like water.

Why people choose it

  • The pentagram A star of five points.
  • A quiet reminder A small symbol for an everyday corner.
  • Backflow cones only Stand it on a mat, as the smoke can mark a surface. Never leave it unattended.

How to use it

  1. 1

    Check what it holds: sticks, cones, backflow cones or resin

  2. 2

    Set it on a flat, heat-safe surface

  3. 3

    Empty the ash once it has cooled

Care: Let it cool before you empty the ash. Wipe wood with a dry cloth, metal with a soft one. Keep it away from curtains and paper.

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140 reviews on this shelf

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  • ★★★★★ L.J.
    Glad I gave it a chance

    I was worried by some of the negative reviews, but I'm glad I gave this a chance. It is beautiful, arrived safely and in one piece. The cones are large, and the smoke drifts beautifully down the platforms forming a waterfall effect....exactly as I hoped. Even a slight draft will affect this though…

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  • ★★★★★ F.G.
    A great idea.... but...

    I bought the green incense waterfall burner which looks aesthetically pleasing. I bought this as a gift and thought I best try it before giving it, because the reviews were a mixed bag. When I opened the bag of scented cones there wasn't much scent. I chose the lavender coloured cone but it didn't…

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  • ★★★★★ T.K.
    Looks good and works well

    This is a very nice-looking, solid, mountain scene for backflow incense cones. It comes with two brass effect cone holders, which allow the incense to flow down the back or front of the mountain for different looks. It looks really nice in use, but the waterfall effect will be dependant on the…

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  • ★★★★★ S.

    Ha ha! Decided to try one out at home before the Christmas market I was doing. Well, me and hubby were watching it and losing faith as nothing happened! Then as the cone burnt down it began flowing. Amazing! If only we'd read the instructions on the tub of cones before lighting it!

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  • ★★★★★ K.T.
    So Jeffing impressedb

    Just received this, about 10 minutes ago, for a friend's Christmas present and am so impressed. Going to buy more for birthday presents. Love this look and feel of this product. Love that you can use sticks and cones. So very impressed 10/10

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  • ★★★★★ L.G.
    Small but beautiful

    The item itself is lovely, small and delicate. However it is made well and is fairly sturdy. The incense that came with it aren't great but I just bought new ones as I wanted this burner! Overall very happy with my purchase.

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  • ★★★★★ G.

    Great item - although I found the cones only last for about 10 minutes - shame as you just begin to enjoy the mystical smoke coming through - but ends very quickly.

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  • ★★★★★ S.R.
    Cool incense burner

    Wanted one of these for a while and it looks fantastic as the smoke flows down. I would like more scent and longer burn time but you get loads of incense to burn.

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  • ★★★★★ M.S.
    Awesome product

    Really well impressed with this product and all the extras you get. Well worth the money and I will definitely be ordering more. Thank you seller

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  • ★★★★★ A.

    This is a gorgeous and unusual burner - looks sensational when burning incense - great gift idea will appeal to men and women alike!!

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  • ★★★★★ J.

    Amazing effect. Tranquil and mesmerising. Good price. Quality great. Easy to set up. Eco and fairly traded which is important

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  • ★★★★★ B.

    Very nice product, good size, very well packaged. However, received in black while the photo on the site is in red.

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About this product

The smoke as it falls
  • The matte black ceramic keeps the focus on the pale movement of the smoke.
  • Raised pentagonal forms create a stepped, geometric cascade rather than a soft natural scene.
  • The round base has a lifted rim, so the smoke can gather low before fading into the air.
  • A small cone point sits near the top, placing the source of the smoke above the falls.
  • It brings movement to a still shelf, meditation corner, desk or evening table.
How the backflow effect works

Backflow cones are made with a hollow channel, so the smoke travels down through the cone rather than rising straight upwards. As it cools, the smoke becomes denser than the surrounding air and sinks through the burner’s route.

For the clearest waterfall effect, place the burner in still air and use fresh backflow incense cones. A draught, damp cone or poor cone placement can interrupt the flow.

Matte ceramic with a geometric shape

The burner is ceramic, with a dark, softly textured finish and a rounded base. Its design is more architectural than decorative, using pentagon-like forms to turn the smoke into a falling pattern.

Using and caring for it

Place a backflow cone on the cone point, light the tip, then let it smoulder. Keep the burner on a stable, heat-safe surface and stay nearby while incense is burning.

After use, allow the ceramic to cool fully before cleaning. Wipe away ash and residue with a soft cloth, and handle the raised forms gently.

The waterfall idea

Incense waterfalls draw on a simple but satisfying contrast: quiet form, moving smoke. The scene recalls the mountain-and-water feeling often found in Chinese decorative art, where stillness and flow sit together. Here, that idea is pared back into a modern geometric shape, so the smoke becomes the visible part of the design rather than a background detail.

Details to know
  • Product type: backflow incense burner.
  • Material: ceramic.
  • Origin: China.
  • Designed for use with backflow incense cones.

Common questions

Can I use ordinary incense cones with it?
Use backflow incense cones for the waterfall effect. Standard cones are not designed to send smoke down through the burner.
Does the burner heat the incense?
No. An incense burner is an unheated holder. The lit incense cone creates the smoke itself, while the ceramic piece supports it and catches ash.
Why is the smoke not flowing down properly?
The usual causes are moving air, a damp or unsuitable cone, or the cone not sitting cleanly over the smoke channel. Try it in a still spot with a fresh backflow cone.