San Simeon Outdoor Fire Pit Table Review

The latest trend in home décor is utilizing the space right outside your back door- specifically with the use of outdoor fireplaces. These can be as simple as common wood burning fire pits or as grand as full scale fireplaces. Outdoor fire pit tables offer a consumer a wide variety of ways to enjoy their time in their very own backyard. Many come with options of grill, ice bucket, and removable center inserts. For those who want something different from the standard log system, fire glass crystals may be available for the look of a glowing jeweled fire.

One such table is the San Simeon Outdoor Fire Pit Table. This table comes standard with a 1.25” thick granite table top and powder coat finish base. The weather resistant, easy to maintain 48” round table top is available in three color choices- pebble, sea green, and sunset gold. The sturdy base keeps the table level with no sagging. The color options of chocolate brown, sage, black, and adobe are in a powder coated finish which ensures a long, tarnish-free life of the base. Individualize the purchase by choosing a color combination that will complement your outdoor home decor.

The San Simeon Outdoor Fire Pit Table can be used with natural gas or liquid propane. It comes standard with gas logs and a stainless steel burner. This table can be customized with the optional features when ordering. Along with a stainless steel grill, stainless steel ice bucket, fire glass crystals, and removable center insert, is the option to purchase a vinyl insulated cover. To further preserve the original beauty of the granite top, a customer care package is included, which provides information on periodic cleaning.

This table is one of the nicest looking outdoor fire pit tables on the market. It comes with simple step-by-step instructions for easy set up and a one year warranty. So sit around a dancing fire as you enjoy a beautiful night of relaxation or a pleasant evening socializing with friends and family.

Fire Pits

Many people enjoy a glowing fire, but don’t have a fire-safe spot in their backyard to make one. Even if a yard is spacious enough to have a traditional bonfire, the hazards of exposed flames (or the remains of an old fire) are unappealing to most people. A fire pit may be an excellent alternative in this instance. Fire pits are usually free standing units with legs and bottoms. They are designed to contain the fire and radiate the heat in a 360 degree circle.

The fire pit is the most recent addition to the outdoor fireplace family. With the average price starting around $120, they are a very affordable option. They can be fueled by wood, charcoal, propane, or natural gas. As with any fire, fire pits can be dangerous if precautions are not taken. Common sense should always be used and manufacturer’s guidelines should always be followed.

A popular outdoor wood burning fire pit is the Copper Basin Fire Pit. This wrought iron unit comes with a grate and is available in three different widths. Also offered is a hinged spark screen that will be well worth the additional cost. It will help keep those embers and ashes contained- keeping you safe and secure.

If you are in the market for gas fire pits, then The Colorado Firepit or the Colorado Designer may be the choice for you. They feature stone sides and a slate cap. These units can be installed almost anywhere and will add a touch of beauty and class to any outdoor setting.

Keep in mind that fire pits combine style and function. The almost endless designs and many optional accessories will help you enjoy your outdoor space for much longer than just the warm summer nights. Reclaim your time, and enjoy more of the day with an outdoor fire pit.

Chimineas

Fire has been around since the beginning of mankind, but the outdoor fireplaces in which the fire is contained have progressed a long way from just a shallow hole in the ground. It is all about function and presentation. One great product that has actually been around for hundreds of years, is a chiminea.

These pot-bellied free standing outdoor units were designed to protect the fire from rain. The original chimineas were traditionally made of clay because it was readily available and inexpensive to produce. The clay chimineas can still be found, but the longer life span of aluminum, cast iron, and even copper make these the materials of choice for today. The chiminea was originally used near a window for indoor heating and cooking. Currently chimineas are primarily used outdoors in a backyard setting for entertainment purposes. They are an enjoyable focal point when socializing on chilly evenings.

With its bulbous style and lofty smoke stack, the chiminea is the most unique of all the outdoor fireplaces. It usually radiates heat from one side of the unit only. Also available are more contemporary designs for those who do not care for the traditional look, and even a few styles that can radiate heat all around.

When choosing a chiminea, consider what is most important to you. Keep in mind that the easiest of the chimineas to maintain are the cast aluminum units. They look better longer, are low maintenance, and weigh considerably less than the cast iron units.

Outdoor Fireplace Options

What could be better than spending time with family or friends on a warm summer night? Remembering those past adventures you shared together, laughing about all the crazy things you have done, and sharing new memories in the making. That is one of the best parts about summer, right?

Almost everyone has at least one great memory of sitting around a campfire at some point in their life. These days almost anyone can relive those wonderful memories right in their own backyard. Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, and fire pit tables are great ways to add enjoyment to your backyard party or quiet evening alone. Whether you invite the whole gang for a get-together or enjoy a romantic evening star gazing, your outdoor fire will help enhance the evening.

Outdoor fireplaces also extend your outdoor season by allowing you to enjoy your yard and patio long into the fall and winter months. This is especially good if you live in a climate with shorter summers. When the days grow shorter as the sun sets earlier, get more time outside by utilizing an outdoor fireplace or fire pit. A cool crisp evening with a cup of hot chocolate or mulled cider can be invigorating. Bring out the kid in you by roasting marshmallows and making s’mores!

These backyard fireplaces can be as simple as freestanding outdoor fire pit tables and as elaborate as full scale outdoor fireplaces. There is a wide variety of styles and price ranges to select from. Outdoor fireplaces are similar to indoor fireplaces with the heat radiating out from one side, whereas outdoor fire pits radiate heat all around. The possible hazards of an open fire are obvious. Use precautions to ensure your fire is not putting any structures at risk. No matter what kind of unit you decide to purchase, always check with your local building and fire inspector for town requirements.

Whether you want the ability to cook your meal or you just want to feel the warmth of a fire, there is something for everyone. Don’t be confined to using your outdoor space only during traditional warm weather, increase you enjoyment by using it all year round with an outdoor fireplace or outdoor fire pit.

Review of Sierra Gel Fuel Outdoor Fireplace

Disappointed to take your outdoor events indoors when the weather cools off? We can solve that problem with the Sierra Gel Fuel Outdoor Fireplace. Add months of open-air enjoyment and relax with a 360 degree view of the fire, provided by four-sided hinged clear glass window panels, virtually year round. This pagoda style fireplace is designed to coordinate with practically any outdoor décor with the durable heavy duty steel frame in an attractive powder coated finish in your choice of one of three decorative colors – black, forest green, or copper fleck.

Obtain the look of a nice, cozy fire without the hassle of hauling wood or dumping ashes. This fire pit burns safely without sparks and is environmentally friendly. It uses an odorless gel fuel to create a robust, yellow-orange fire that crackles just like a real fire. Measuring in at a convenient 29” high by 20” wide and weight a mere 63 pounds, this fire pit is completely portable and can be used in practically any outdoor space. Because gel fuel is smoke-free and requires no venting, it can even be used where log fires are restricted, such as a condo or apartment balcony.

When you’re ready to light your fire, a convenient slide-out drawer in the patio fireplace conceals up to four cans of odorless Real Flame gel fuel. Simply place the open can of gel fuel under the cement logs, ignite, and allow the gel fuel to create a realistic flame. Depending on the size of the fire you want, up to four cans of gel fuel can be used to create anything from a small crackling fire to a large blaze generating up to 3,000 BTU’s of heat.

No need to buy anything extra, this fireplace comes complete with a five-piece cement cast log set with realistic oak wood finish, lava rocks, and storage cover to protect unit when not in use. The gel fuel is not included but can be purchased separately. Please note that this fireplace is designed to be used only with Real Flame Gel Fuel.

When you’re ready to move the party indoors, an easy off, one-touch extinguish lever turns off the fire with ease.