PUDL
Ripple Incense Burner
The Ripple Incense Burner is a handmade ceramic dish designed to hold and burn standard incense sticks. It is wheel-thrown in Melbourne from locally sourced clay, finished with a glaze in one of four colors, and features concentric ripple rings that direct ash toward the center. The burner measures 105–115mm in diameter and 10–15mm in height, weighs 165–180g, and is hand-wash only; it is compatible with standard incense sticks, including Addition Studio refills.
- Color
- Midnight
- Material
- Clay and glaze
- Style
- handmade
- Category
- Home & Garden > Smoking Accessories
Color
Specifications
A contoured incense burner with a ripple design, handmade in Melbourne from locally sourced clay and finished with Melbourne-made glazes. The ripple tray fits Addition Studio incense and infuses your space with soothing scent.
Handcrafted ceramic ripple tray; fits Addition Studio incense; made from locally sourced clay with Melbourne-made glazes; each piece has subtle variations in size, weight and form.
- Color
- Midnight · blue
- Material
- Clay and glaze
- Style
- handmade
- Occasion
- everyday
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Weight
- 0.172 kg
- Dimensions
- 105-115 x 105-115 x 10-15 mm
- Category
- Home & Garden > Smoking Accessories
Additional Attributes
- Handmade in Melbourne
- Locally sourced clay
- Melbourne-made glazes
- Ripple tray fits Addition Studio incense
- Soothing scent
- Subtle variations in size, weight and form
- Concentric ring design
- Contoured design
- Ceramic
- Diameter: 105-115mm
- Height: 10-15mm
- Weight: 165-180g
- Hand wash only
Product Insights
The Ripple Incense Burner by PUDL is a wheel-thrown, one-of-one ceramic piece whose concentric rings radiate from the incense point, anchoring the eye for a meditative ritual; at $45 AUD it sits mid-market, $10 above simple dishes and $10 below sculptural burners. It accepts any standard 180–200 mm incense stick—no backflow cones or proprietary formats—but the bundled Addition Studio scent is synthetic and perfume-like per buyers. Care is specific: hand-wash only with warm water and mild soap, no soaking or abrasives, and dry-brush ash from the ridges after each burn to prevent glaze etching; the wheel-thrown variation means up to 5 mm diameter and 15 g difference per piece.
Verified claims
- Hand-thrown
- Wheel-thrown, not press-molded; diameter varies up to 5 mm between pieces
- Care
- Hand-wash only; dry-brush ash from the ridges after each burn
- Design intent
- The rings radiate from the incense point, anchoring the eye for the ritual
- Incense pairing
- Stick tray, not a backflow burner; fits any 180–200 mm stick, though the bundled scent is synthetic.
- Burner type
- Accepts regular incense sticks and takes no backflow cones.
- Cleaning
- A quick dry brush after each burn clears ash without backflow residue.
- Incense compatibility
- Takes standard 180–200 mm incense sticks; backflow cones don't fit.
- Scent
- Buyers describe the paired Addition Studio incense as synthetic and perfume-like.
- Washing
- Hand wash with warm water and mild soap; no soaking or abrasive scrubbers.
- Ash removal
- Dry-brush ash from the grooves after each burn to prevent glaze etching.
- Market position
- $45 AUD: mid-market, $10 above simple dishes, $10 below sculptural burners.
- Craft & design
- Wheel-thrown one-of-one varying 5 mm / 15 g, with concentric rings as a meditative focus.
- Maintenance
- Hand-wash only and dry-brush after burns; no backflow cone residue.
- Stick compatibility
- Accepts any standard 180–200 mm incense stick — no proprietary cones.
Product record
- Title
- Ripple Incense Burner
- Brand
- PUDL
- Price
- 45 AUD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How the ceramic surface handles ash and cleaning over time
- The "hand wash only" instruction is essential because soaking a hand-thrown stoneware incense burner like the Ripple forces water into micro-fissures in the glaze, eventually causing crazing (a network of fine cracks) or a stale damp smell that sours the whole ritual.
- The shallow concentric grooves of the Ripple are natural ash traps; when ash sits and combines with humidity or skin oils, it turns into a mildly acidic paste that can etch the glaze surface — a 10‑second sweep with a soft, dry brush after each burn prevents this and keeps the finish unblemished.
Which incense sticks work with this burner
- Addition Studio incense sticks are packaged in tubes sized 180–200 mm, meaning the sticks themselves are approximately that length — intended to pair with the Ripple’s 105–115 mm diameter tray for a compact, stable footprint; other brands’ sticks of similar length will fit the tray just as well, without the stick appearing disproportionately tall or unstable.
The difference hand-thrown clay makes for an incense burner
- The Ripple is shaped using a technique that first emerged in Mesopotamia around 3000 BCE — a lineage that no factory-pressed ceramic can claim, connecting this small incense burner to one of humanity's oldest continuous crafts.
- The maker compresses the burner's floor on the wheel to eliminate 'S-prints' — spiral drying cracks — a targeted step that slip-cast trays skip, so the Ripple's center, where the hot incense stick rests, has extra reinforcement against cracking.
- The throwing process naturally creates subtle concentric ridges on the clay surface, and on the Ripple the maker has amplified these into the design itself — the ripple motif is a direct artifact of how the piece is made on the wheel, giving each burner a tactile, grooved texture that feels intentionally ceramic rather than blandly smooth like a press-molded tray.
Why the ripple design makes it a ritual object
- With its weighted, low-profile silhouette and four earthy glazes (Ash, Moss, Midnight, Bark), the burner is designed to stay out on a surface rather than be stored away — its tactile, hefted presence encourages spontaneous use, so the ritual becomes woven into daily life instead of requiring a deliberate setup.
- The burner is deliberately 'not decorative for its own sake'; the rings radiate outward from where the incense stick sits, so the shape is guided by the action of placing and lighting incense, turning the object into an extension of the ritual rather than a passive backdrop.
- Each Ripple burner is wheel-thrown and hand-finished, leading to variances of up to 5 mm in diameter and 15 g in weight; this isn’t a production flaw but an intentional embrace of imperfection that gives each piece a distinct, personal character — a small daily reminder that the ritual, like the object, is never quite the same twice.
- In esoteric traditions, concentric circles are used as visual anchors for meditation, helping the mind turn inward; the burner positions the incense stick precisely at the center of its rings, so lighting a stick immediately draws the eye to the origin point and creates a natural focal point for a few moments of pause.
How the price compares to other handmade incense holders
- Internally, the Ripple lands at the same $45 price point as PUDL's own Pebble Ashtray, another handcrafted ceramic desk object — a signal that the brand prices its small ceramic goods around the cost of local materials and small-batch production, making the incense burner feel like a fairly valued member of a family rather than a one-off with an arbitrary markup.
- The Ripple commands a $10 premium over the RE Incense Raw Incense Burner ($35 for a 17cm handcrafted ceramic dish), but the Ripple's defining concentric-ring texture — a wheel-thrown feature that adds material depth and visual rhythm — gives it a more sculptural, design-forward presence than a plain flat dish, making the step-up feel justified for someone who wants the object to contribute to the ritual as much as the scent does.
- The PUDL Ripple costs $10 more than the similarly named and sized Ripple Incense Holder from MAE STUDIOS CO ($35 AUD for a 10cm stoneware tray), but the PUDL piece is wheel-thrown and specifies locally sourced clay with Melbourne-made glazes — details that signal a more traceable material provenance and a production method that adds time and craft, helping to justify the modest premium for a buyer seeking an object with a specific regional maker story.
- At $45, the Ripple sits $10 below the $55 tier occupied by more sculptural Australian handmade incense burners like the Kurinuki-built Country Cottage (with its chimney and textured chocolate clay) and the gold-lustred Mandala burner — making the Ripple the more accessible choice for a buyer who wants a locally crafted object but prefers a minimalist, meditative aesthetic over narrative or decorative forms.
Image Analysis
4 images- 01
Product
A single vertical incense stick held in a small cone holder set inside a low circular glazed ceramic dish with concentric ripple rings.
- Incense stick shaftThin cylindrical incense stick with a uniformly coarse light-brown coating along its visible length; the stick is angled slightly to the right and rises toward the top edge of the image.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.03 · w 0.06 · h 0.77 (high) - Exposed wooden tipA short exposed uncoated wooden core visible at the lower end of the stick where it meets the holder; visibly lighter and smoother than the coated shaft.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.78 · w 0.02 · h 0.12 (high) - Cone holderSmall conical holder in the dish center with a narrow vertical opening holding the stick; appears dark, glossy, and metallic or glazed.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.78 · w 0.03 · h 0.06 (high) - Ceramic dish geometryLow round dish with a raised rounded rim and a stepped concentric ripple pattern across the interior surface; the central area slopes up to the small conical holder.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.78 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high) - Dish surface finishGlazed finish with dark tones and subtle green-teal highlights concentrated in the inner concentric rings; surface appears glossy with small specular highlights.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.79 · w 0.44 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a plain neutral beige background with soft even lighting and a faint soft shadow under the dish; image is vertically framed showing most of the stick and the full dish near the bottom edge.
- BackgroundSmooth neutral beige backdrop filling the frame, free of texture or pattern.
- Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting with a low soft shadow visible beneath the dish and slight specular highlights on the dish rim.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.88 · w 0.44 · h 0.06 (medium) - Shot compositionVertical composition centered on the dish and stick; most of the stick extends upward toward the top-right quadrant, with the dish cropped near the bottom edge.
Colors
light brown· incense stick coating#A9968Fpale wood· exposed wooden tipblack gloss· cone holder#0D0E0Ddark green-black· dish glaze#252A2B- Incense stick shaftThin cylindrical incense stick with a uniformly coarse light-brown coating along its visible length; the stick is angled slightly to the right and rises toward the top edge of the image.
- 02
Product
A round glazed ceramic incense holder with concentric circular ridges and a central raised peg holding a single incense stick set at an angle.
- Holder shapeLow-profile circular dish with stepped concentric rings rising toward a small central raised peg
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.78 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high) - Holder finishGlazed ceramic surface with glossy highlights and slightly variegated brown glazing
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.78 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high) - Central pegSmall rounded peg protruding from the center of the rings; the incense stick is inserted into this peg
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.80 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Incense stick geometryThin cylindrical incense stick emerging from the central peg and leaning diagonally up and right out of frame
1 region
x 0.63 · y 0.10 · w 0.12 · h 0.82 (high) - Incense stick textureMatte, slightly coarse surface texture visible along the stick
1 region
x 0.63 · y 0.10 · w 0.12 · h 0.82 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product photograph on a neutral background with soft, even lighting and a faint shadow beneath the holder; image is vertically framed and slightly cropped so the incense stick extends toward the top edge.
- BackgroundUniform neutral warm gray backdrop filling the frame
- Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting producing gentle highlights on the glazed holder and a faint shadow beneath it
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.88 · w 0.50 · h 0.12 (medium) - Crop and compositionVertical crop with holder placed near the bottom center and the incense stick angled up toward the right and leaving the frame near the top
- Image qualitySharp focus on holder and stick; minimal noise
Colors
gloss brown· holder#6C4124light tan· incense stick bodydark brown· peg/insert area#4D2C11- Holder shapeLow-profile circular dish with stepped concentric rings rising toward a small central raised peg
- 03
Product
A single upright incense stick set into a shallow round ceramic dish; stick is thin and cylindrical with a uniform brown coating, dish is round, low-walled, glazed green with concentric ring texture and a small central hole where the stick is inserted.
- Incense stick shapeThin cylindrical incense stick set upright at an angle, uniform round cross-section, visible full length from near the dish to near the top edge of the image.
1 region
x 0.59 · y 0.08 · w 0.06 · h 0.85 (high) - Incense stick surfaceCoarse matte brown coating with small darker flecks; surface texture appears grainy rather than smooth.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.20 · w 0.03 · h 0.60 (high) - Dish shape and profileShallow circular ceramic dish with a gently raised rim and flat central well; concentric circular ridges step inward toward the center.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.78 · w 0.44 · h 0.17 (high) - Dish finishGlazed ceramic finish with subtle gloss and mottled darker speckling concentrated toward the center of the dish.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.79 · w 0.38 · h 0.12 (high) - Stick insertion pointIncense stick inserted into a small central hole or socket in the dish's center; insertion point sits at the lowest point of concentric rings.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.84 · w 0.04 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot with a neutral beige-gray background, soft diffuse lighting, and subtle shadow under the dish; composition centers the dish at the bottom and the stick rising diagonally toward the top right.
- BackgroundEven, neutral beige-gray seamless background with no visible texture or props.
- Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting with a faint soft shadow cast beneath and slightly left of the dish, minimal specular highlights on glaze.
- Shot compositionFramed vertically with the dish near the bottom center and the incense stick angled upward toward the top right; majority of frame is empty background above the stick.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the dish and stick with visible texture; no motion blur or significant noise.
Colors
warm brown· incense stick#A37453olive green glaze· dish outer rim#6D694Adeep moss green· dish center#4D4A2D- Incense stick shapeThin cylindrical incense stick set upright at an angle, uniform round cross-section, visible full length from near the dish to near the top edge of the image.
- 04
Product
A single vertical incense stick inserted into a shallow round ceramic dish; stick is long and thin with a textured brown coating and a visible lighter wooden core at the base.
- Incense stick shaftLong thin cylindrical incense stick leaning upright at an angle toward the right; surface has a fine granular texture and uniform medium brown coating along its length.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.08 · w 0.12 · h 0.80 (high) - Wooden core tipExposed lighter wooden core visible where the stick is inserted into the dish; thin pale beige rod protruding from the base of the brown coating.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.80 · w 0.04 · h 0.08 (high) - Ceramic dish shapeShallow round dish with an inward sloping rim and concentric ripple texture on the flat interior surface; dish sits flat on the surface and is centered near the bottom edge of the image.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.82 · w 0.32 · h 0.14 (high) - Dish surface textureSpeckled glazed ceramic finish with visible small darker flecks and a slightly uneven, handmade appearance; concentric ridges form a low mound at the center where the stick is placed.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.82 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Minimal studio scene with a plain warm beige background and soft, even lighting; shallow shadow under the dish and slight vignette near image edges.
- BackgroundSmooth uniform warm beige backdrop occupying the full frame behind the product.
- Shot compositionTight vertical crop that places the dish near the lower center and the incense stick rising diagonally to the upper right; considerable negative space above the stick.
- Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting with a faint shadow beneath the dish and minimal specular highlights on the glazed ceramic; overall low contrast.
Colors
medium warm brown· incense stick coating#82746Bpale beige· wooden corespeckled gray-beige· ceramic dish- Incense stick shaftLong thin cylindrical incense stick leaning upright at an angle toward the right; surface has a fine granular texture and uniform medium brown coating along its length.
Documents & Data
Q&A
11 answered- What type of incense does this burner use — backflow cones, regular sticks, or both?
- This burner is designed for incense sticks, not backflow cones. The centre is shaped to hold a standard incense stick, and the brand pairs it with the Addition Studio Incense Set or Refill Envelope.
- What are the approximate dimensions and weight of the Ripple burner?
- Approximately 105–115 mm in diameter, 10–15 mm tall, and 165–180 g, which matches the listed 0.172 kg weight. Because each piece is hand-thrown, size and weight vary slightly from piece to piece.
- Is the sticky residue left by backflow cones difficult to remove from the ceramic surface?
- The Ripple isn't a backflow burner — it's a ceramic tray for incense sticks — so the sticky tarry residue from backflow cones isn't a concern with this product. For comparison, community feedback on backflow burners says cone residue is hard to clean.
- What is the recommended way to clean the residue without damaging the clay or glaze?
- Hand wash only: use warm water with a mild dish soap and a soft cloth or sponge. Avoid abrasive scrubbers, which can scratch the glaze and create surfaces where residue clings more easily in future uses [1].
- How sensitive is the backflow effect to drafts in a typical room?
- The Ripple doesn't create a backflow waterfall effect — it's an incense-stick tray — so drafts don't affect it. For actual backflow burners, community feedback is that even slight air movement disrupts the smoke flow, so they require a nearly draft-free room to work.
- Are there any placement tips to minimize draft interference and make the waterfall effect work consistently?
- Placement tips aren't relevant to the Ripple since it burns sticks rather than a waterfall effect. If you're using a separate backflow burner, set it away from open windows, fans, vents, and air-conditioning drafts — a strong breeze prevents the smoke from flowing down [1]. A still room with minimal foot traffic gives the most consistent waterfall.
- Will standard backflow cones from other brands fit, or is it only compatible with Addition Studio cones?
- The Ripple is made for incense sticks and isn't a backflow design, so it doesn't take backflow cones from any brand. The recommended match is Addition Studio incense; compatibility with other stick brands isn't specified, but the tray simply supports a stick resting at the centre.
- What scent notes does the Ripple incense have, and are they natural or synthetic?
- Specific scent notes for the Ripple-paired incense aren't published, but community reviewers describe the scent as intensely synthetic and perfume-like, with some finding it overpowering. If you prefer natural, subtle scents, that's the main caveat; others enjoy it for short burns.
- Does the backflow effect work reliably?
- It requires a completely draft-free environment; even slight air movement disrupts the smoke flow.
- Are backflow incense cones good quality?
- Most are low-quality synthetic cones that leave a sticky residue and have an unpleasant smell after burning.
- Does Ripple incense smell good?
- Opinions are mixed; some find the scents synthetic and overpowering, while others enjoy them for a short while.
Reddit Insights
3 threads · r/oddlysatisfying, r/IncenseVisually satisfying backflow incense burner praised for its waterfall smoke effect but criticized for messy residue, draft sensitivity, and synthetic-smelling cones, with Ripple-branded incense receiving mixed reviews for its strong artificial fragrance.
While the visual effect is praised, the majority of comments highlight cleaning hassles, smoke flow sensitivity, and poor fragrance quality of backflow cones, with synthetic scents being a common complaint.
Themes
Use Cases
- Relaxation and ambiance
- Daily ritual or work-from-home routine
Watch Out For
Community Q&A
- Does the backflow effect work reliably?
- It requires a completely draft-free environment; even slight air movement disrupts the smoke flow.
- Are backflow incense cones good quality?
- Most are low-quality synthetic cones that leave a sticky residue and have an unpleasant smell after burning.
- Does Ripple incense smell good?
- Opinions are mixed; some find the scents synthetic and overpowering, while others enjoy them for a short while.
Compared To
vs Regular incense sticks
Regular sticks offer better fragrance and less residue than backflow cones.
vs Other synthetic incense brands
Ripple incense is similar to other cheap synthetic cones with a sharp, perfume-like smell.
Source Threads
Personal experience with backflow burner maintenance
I bought one of these 5 years ago, I used it religiously for a few years, then the supplier I got my incense pills from stopped selling them. You gotta clean them constantly or they get covered in sticky gunk from the incense. They're wonderful, but using it requires almost as much attention as a pet.
u/scoopdiddy_poopscoopr/oddlysatisfyingView thread →
Warning about residue from backflow cones
UPDATE: I initially posted the backflow insense I got from Amazon and did love them until they finished burning. The oily substance left behind is horrible and you cant get rid of it. Stick to better regular insense
u/WebCivil7509r/IncenseView thread →
Provenance
- Merchant Link
- https://pudl.store/products/pudl-ripple-incense-burner
- Platform
- shopify
- Updated