Big Metal Pot

[raamv]

I stopped by the fire station today and asked them if it was ok. The fireman said if I am grilling sausages it's ok provided I have a grill or safe grilling area. He mentioned a tile type grill and I told him what I had and he said it was ok. He said the only time you can't make a fire is during the dry season when there is a fire warning (I forget the term he used in Finnish) and they will tell you that on the news or text TV in the weather section.

Better Safe than sowwy!!

[Jukka Aho]

What is the name for a sauna cauldron in Finnish?

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Here's a picture of the pot I saw...
Big Pot

The picture you posted reminds me more of a really bygone concept – “pyykkipata”. I.e., a cauldron for heating water for the purpose of washing clothes (by the lake). I think lye was involved in this process.

Thanks for all the information and Finnish words. I was able to find some links with pictures of similar pots. It's quite interesting to read about those pots & what they were used for

Rehashing an old thread, but here’s one depicted in action. (Larger version)