Fire pits can make patios, backyards and decks even more inviting. Whether you want to linger outdoors on a summer evening or gather round a fire in winter time, fire pits give you lots of flexibility.
A word of caution: before you purchase a fire pit, find out what your local regulations are regarding their use and always observe fire pit safety rules.
1. Cast Iron Rim River Rock Finish Fire Pit
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The Cast Iron Rim River Rock Finish fire pit from Fire Sense has a large 30 inch black steel fire bowl with a cast iron rim. The rim has a river rock finish which gives it an interesting texture and individuality. The steel legs keep the bowl high off the ground which makes it safer. It comes with a dome fire screen to keep the ashes and flame contained, and a wood grate and screen lift tool.
Product Details: Metal. 39" Diameter. Some assembly required.
Compare Prices2. Deckmate Steel Fire Bowl
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The heavy duty steel construction on the Deckmate Steel Fire Bowl provides resistance against corrosion. The steel fire bowl is available in a black finish also. In the black version, the steel base and legs are painted black with high temperature paint to withstand the heat exposure.
There is a heavy duty log grate and a fire tool that lets you manage the fire. The wire mesh spark screen with handle keeps the flame contained and can be lifted easily to add more logs.
Product Details: 29" Diameter; 24" High mounted on its stand.
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The Landmann Big Sky Stars and Moons fire pit seems to be favorite with users, because of its shape and fun cutouts which let the wood fire show through. The round steel fire pit can hold plenty of logs and comes with a cooking grate and a spark shield.
Product Details: This fire pit is designed only for use on a masonry surface and not on wooden surfaces. 29" Diameter. Steel construction.Stars and moons cut out designs. Black sandpaint finish.
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Here is a different take on a fire pit, with a table built right around the fire bowl. The eucalyptus wood table has a redwood stain and comes with a realistic four piece log set and lava rocks. Since it uses gel fuel, there aren't any flying embers or flames, making it safe for use on a wooden deck or masonry.
Product Details: 24.25"H x 38.25"W x 38.25"D, Comes with 12-pack of fuel and snuffer.
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The Stacked Stone fire pit looks exactly like that - stacked stone. The exterior is made of fiberglass and has a center steel fire box. The fire box is surrounded by black ceramic tile with a marble look. A domed square, black powder coated steel fire screen is included along with a screen lift tool and a wood grate. It is not very bulky and can fit into smaller patios.
Product Detail: Dimensions: 36"L x 36" W x 18" H. Made of fiberglass faux stone base with 24" steel fire box.
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