4 XL Oval Basalt Hot Stones – 11.4 cm | Master Massage

Large 11.4 cm Basalt Stones for Broad Massage Areas & Placement

The 4 XL Oval Basalt Hot Stones by Master Massage are large professional massage stones designed for therapists who want noticeably more contact area than a standard Size L stone without moving to the oversized dimensions of an XXL stone. Measuring approximately 11.4 × 7.6 × 2.8 cm each, the flat oval XL format provides a broad working surface for larger body areas, massage movements and appropriate placements while remaining practical enough for controlled handheld use.

✔ 4 natural black basalt XL hot stones
✔ Approx. 11.4 × 7.6 × 2.8 cm each
✔ More contact area than Size L for larger body zones
✔ Flat oval professional working shape
✔ Large but still practical for handheld massage
✔ Ideal replacement or expansion pack for existing hot stone sets

Why Choose Size XL Basalt Stones?

Size XL fills the useful space between a versatile everyday massage stone and a specialist oversized placement stone. At approximately 11.4 cm long and 7.6 cm wide, the XL stone offers significantly more contact area than Size L. This is particularly useful across larger body regions where a broader working surface can be more practical. At the same time, the XL format remains considerably smaller than the approximately 15 cm XXL stone, making it easier to hold and manoeuvre during controlled manual massage.

Broad Surface for Larger Body Areas

The large flat oval shape is particularly useful for professional work around broader body areas such as:

• Back
• Abdomen
• Hips
• Thighs
• Larger leg areas
• Other broad muscle groups

The actual application depends on the practitioner's treatment technique, client position and stone temperature.

Large Enough for Placement, Practical Enough to Hold

One of the strongest advantages of Size XL is its balance between surface area and handling. The broad flat faces provide generous contact for larger body areas and appropriate placements, while the elongated oval profile remains suitable for handheld massage movements. The rounded, narrower edges also provide an alternative working surface when less contact area is preferred.

Natural Black Basalt for Professional Hot Stone Massage

All four stones are made from natural black basalt. Basalt is widely used for professional hot stone massage because its dense volcanic structure can absorb and retain warmth effectively. Master Massage states that the stones are shaped and polished using traditional finishing methods without wax or artificial dyes. Because basalt is a natural material, small differences in colour, grain, surface pattern, dimensions and weight are normal.

Size L, XL or XXL – Which Basalt Stone Is Right for You?

The three oval sizes complement one another rather than representing different quality levels.

Choose Size L if:
✔ you want a versatile everyday working stone
✔ easy handheld manoeuvrability is important
✔ you need frequently used rotation stones
✔ you want a core size for several body areas

Choose Size XL if:
✔ you want more surface area than Size L
✔ larger body regions are a regular part of your work
✔ placement and handheld massage are both important
✔ XXL would be larger than you need

Choose Size XXL if:
✔ maximum contact area is your priority
✔ you want oversized placement stones
✔ you already own smaller general-purpose stones

Compare the 4 XXL Oval Basalt Hot Stones – 15 cm or browse all Single Hot Stones & Replacement Basalt Stones .

XL Oval Stone or Crescent Stone?

Both formats are useful for larger body areas, but their geometry is different.

• XL Oval Stone: broad, relatively flat working surface for massage and larger placements.
• Crescent Stone: curved profile designed to follow rounded body contours such as calves and thighs.

Choose XL when a broad flat contact area is most useful. Choose Crescent when curved contour contact is the priority.

Ideal as Replacement or Expansion Stones

Complete professional hot stone sets normally contain several different sizes, but therapists often find that some working sizes are used more frequently than others. This four-piece XL pack allows you to add more large working and placement stones without purchasing another complete collection. It is equally useful for replacing individual XL stones that have become damaged or worn during professional use.

More Stone Rotation During Longer Treatments

During hot stone massage, working stones gradually cool and may need to be exchanged for warmed replacement stones. Keeping additional XL stones ready in the heater can provide a smoother workflow when large stones are used repeatedly during the same treatment. This is particularly useful when your existing collection contains only one or two XL stones but you regularly work across larger body areas.

Heating XL Basalt Stones

XL stones contain more stone mass than smaller Size L stones and may therefore take longer to warm evenly. Heat them only in a suitable temperature-controlled professional hot stone warmer with enough usable internal space for their dimensions. Always check the actual temperature of each individual stone before client contact. Do not assume that all stones in the heater have reached exactly the same temperature. Compare our Hot Stone Heaters .

Product Specifications

• Manufacturer: Master Massage
• Product type: Extra-large oval basalt hot stones
• Size category: XL
• Quantity: 4 stones
• Material: 100% natural black basalt
• Shape: Flat oval
• Dimensions per stone: Approx. 11.4 × 7.6 × 2.8 cm
• Manufacturer dimensions: Approx. 4.5 × 3 × 1.1 in
• Surface: Shaped and polished
• Typical use: Large body areas, placement, replacement and stone rotation
• Hot stone use: Yes, with suitable temperature control

Care & Professional Use

• Heat the stones only in a suitable professional temperature-controlled hot stone warmer.
• Always check the actual temperature of every stone before client contact.
• Allow sufficient time for larger stones to warm evenly.
• Use controlled pressure appropriate to the body area and your professional massage technique.
• Clean and disinfect the stones according to appropriate professional hygiene procedures after every treatment.
• Allow the stones to dry completely before storage.
• Remove chipped, cracked or rough stones from treatment use.

Package Includes

• 4 × XL flat oval natural basalt hot stones

Hot stone heater, storage box and additional massage stones are not included unless expressly stated otherwise.

Delivery

• Free standard delivery to Mainland UK.
• Prices are shown including VAT.
• For destinations outside Mainland UK, please see our Delivery Information .

Natural basalt varies in colour, grain, surface character, dimensions and weight. Product specifications may be updated by the manufacturer.

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