Polito Donatello II Wood Fire Oven
960mm floor. Cooks 3 pizzas in ~2 minutes at 300–400°C. Handmade in Melbourne.
Polito · Pizza Ovens
The owner's insights on the Donatello II
The Donatello II is the largest wood-fired oven Polito builds, and it's the one we point people to when they're serious about cooking for a crowd. The 960mm internal cooking floor takes three large pizzas at once, and it holds that heat through a long night of pizza, bread and slow-cooked dishes rather than cooling between rounds.
Every Donatello II is handcrafted at Polito's Thomastown workshop in Melbourne from Australian refractory clay. A steel base with thermal fill, a ceramic fibre blanket and an outer layer of insulating masonry keep the rendered exterior cool to the touch while the dome does the work inside, and the whole thing comes finished in a repaintable White or Black membrane paint with touch-up paint included.
If you're after something lighter, more portable or faster to heat, the Giotto is the better fit; at 168kg it's a fraction of the Donatello II's roughly 500kg and reaches temperature in 20 to 30 minutes rather than 60 to 90. The Donatello II is the one to choose when you're cooking in volume and have the space and bench for something built to stay put.
It arrives fully pre-assembled on a pallet measuring 1,450mm x 1,450mm x 1,200mm. It's approved for both outdoor and indoor use, though indoor installs need a custom flue kit to manage smoke extraction, and every oven is made to order, handmade in Melbourne.
Why you'll love the Donatello II
960mm cooking floor, three pizzas at once
The largest cooking floor in the Polito range, built from a modern insulating construction that keeps the weight lower than a traditional full-masonry oven of this size.
Refractory efficiency that holds heat
Reaches 300°C in 60 to 90 minutes, then holds that heat across pizza, bread and slow-cooked sessions from a single fire.
Handcrafted in Melbourne
Built by hand at Polito's Thomastown facility using Australian refractory clay, not a mass-produced import.
Cool to the touch, hot where it counts
A steel base with thermal fill, ceramic fibre blanket and insulating masonry keep the rendered exterior cool while the dome reaches full temperature.
Three ways to mount it
Metal feet for bench mounting, a flat-pack tower stand, or a round stand; castor wheels can be added to the tower stand for outdoor mobility.
Repaintable, weatherproof finish
Fully waterproof and suited to permanent outdoor placement. Repaint with Acratex Dulux whenever you like; touch-up paint is included with every oven.
Why you should consider a Polito pizza oven
Every Donatello II is handmade at Polito's own Thomastown workshop in Melbourne from Australian refractory clay, not mass-produced offshore. Buy yours through My Acre and we'll beat any genuine like-for-like price you find elsewhere. If a warranty question ever comes up, you're calling us directly, not an overseas call centre.
Talk it through before you buy
Call the team before you settle on a stand; metal feet, the tower stand and the round stand sit at different price points and suit different benches and floor spaces.
Call todayDonatello II specifications
| Brand | Polito Wood Fire Ovens |
|---|---|
| Origin | Handmade in Thomastown, Melbourne, Australia |
| Colours available | White, Black |
| Cooking floor diameter | 960mm |
| Front opening width | 600mm |
| Outer dimensions | 1,200mm W x 1,350mm L |
| Weight | Approx. 500kg |
| Firing time to 300°C | 60 to 90 minutes |
| Cooking capacity | Three large pizzas at a time |
| Cooking floor material | 50mm refractory, over 38% alumina |
| Dome material | Pre-cast refractory, Australian refractory clay |
| Insulation | Ceramic fibre blanket plus insulating masonry |
| Flue | 200mm (8 inch) stainless steel with aluminium cowl |
| Exterior finish | Rough cast texture, membrane paint, White or Black |
| Indoor / outdoor | Both; custom flue kit required for indoor installs |
| Tower stand dimensions | 920mm W x 920mm L x 1,010mm H |
| Round stand dimensions | 1,035mm W x 835mm L x 850mm H |
| Warranty | 5-year structural integrity warranty |
| Lead time | Made to order, 6 to 8 weeks |
Donatello II pricing by stand
Price is set by stand, not colour; White and Black cost the same across every stand option.
| Metal Feet | $6,400 |
|---|---|
| Tower Stand | $6,970 |
| Round Stand | $7,110 |
What's included
Every Donatello II arrives pre-assembled with everything you need to fire it up:
- Donatello II wood fire oven, pre-assembled
- Metal door
- 200mm stainless steel flue
- Aluminium cowl
- Metal feet, tower stand, or round stand, per the variant you select
- Touch-up paint
An Italian analogue temperature gauge is available as an optional extra.
Fitting the Donatello II in
Allow floor space to match whichever stand you choose: the tower stand needs a 920mm x 920mm footprint, the round stand 1,035mm x 835mm. Metal feet suit a fixed bench mount instead. The multi-layer insulation keeps the rendered exterior cool during operation, which makes clearance requirements less restrictive than a traditional brick oven, though the metal arch, door and flue do get hot. It arrives on a 1,450mm x 1,450mm x 1,200mm pallet, so check your access before delivery day.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Donatello II wood fire oven?
The Donatello II is a handmade wood fire oven built in Melbourne by Polito. It features a 960mm cooking floor, weighs approximately 500kg, and is built from modern refractory and insulating materials for high efficiency. Suitable for both outdoor and indoor use.
What does it cost and how does the stand affect the price?
The Donatello II starts at $6,400 on metal feet. The flat-pack tower stand brings it to $6,970, and the round stand to $7,110. Price is the same in White or Black; it's the stand that changes the total.
Can this oven be used indoors?
Yes. The Donatello II is approved for both indoor and outdoor installation. For indoor use, a custom flue kit is required to manage smoke extraction; contact My Acre to discuss options and costs.
Does it arrive pre-assembled? How is delivery handled?
The oven arrives fully pre-assembled on a pallet (1,450mm x 1,450mm x 1,200mm). Delivery can be arranged Australia-wide to a depot or direct to your property; contact My Acre to discuss delivery options and costs for your location.
How long does it take to reach cooking temperature?
Allow 60 to 90 minutes to reach 300°C once cured. One log at a time is typically enough to maintain heat. Cooking temperatures vary: around 200°C for meats and bread, 300°C for pizza and stews, and up to 400°C for Neapolitan-style pizzas.
Is the exterior safe to touch while in use?
Yes, the rendered and painted exterior stays cool to the touch during operation. The metal arch, door and flue do get hot. The oven's insulation concentrates heat internally, making clearance requirements less restrictive than a traditional brick oven.
What warranty is included?
Polito offers a five-year structural integrity warranty, covering that the oven will not collapse or cave in. Warranty applies subject to correct installation and start-up per the operating instructions.
How do I clean the oven?
Sweep the cooled interior with a light bristle broom; no cleaning products required inside. Wash the exterior with running water and a broom. Do not use high-pressure cleaning on any part of the oven.
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