How to choose the best fire pit?
Thinking of buying a fire pit for your garden, well there are probably a few questions that you need to ask yourself when deciding what you want. Firstly, what sort of material would you like it made out of? This is quite an important one, as it will have a big influence on the style and look. Secondly, would you like to be able to cook on your fire bowl? You may not have even considered the possibility of being able to cook on a fire pit. Lastly, what is your budget?
What materials can I choose from?
Fire bowls come in a range of shapes, sizes and materials so it is important that you know which one would be suitable to your needs. Here we will run through the most popular materials in use and the virtues for choosing them.
Iron Fire Bowls
Iron fire pits tend to make up the budget end of the market as they are cheaper to make and can be made in many different styles and sizes. These will last a long time if looked after but may quickly rust and become discoloured if not looked after properly.
Copper Fire Bowls
Copper fire pits are more expensive then the iron ones and tend to come in a bowl style with polished flat copper rim. Copper is a very durable metal that stands up well to high heat and being left outdoors. These won't rust over time but the copper will take on a green tint over time unless it is regularly cleaned.
Steel Fire Bowls
Steel fire pits are very similar in nature to their iron counterparts but are lighter in weight and more weather resistant. Steel is often used in the combination table/fire pit designs as they give the best of both worlds combining a slate or ceramic table with a steel firepit. Steel is also generally priced somewhere between Iron and Copper in terms of cost.
Would you like to cook on your fire pit?
The advantage fire pits have over chiminaeas and patio heaters is that as well as acting as a focal point in your garden they can also be used to cook with. One of the best designs around are the coffee table firepits which contain a bowl in the centre of the table which can be used for cooking a barbecue. The table has a pull out central section which when removed reveals the fire pit beneath.
What is your budget?
With fire pits starting at just over 20 they are a fabulous way to heat your garden at night and will offer a great focal point around which your friends and family will be drawn. The price you pay is really up to you so have a look around and see which one is for you.
What materials can I choose from?
Fire bowls come in a range of shapes, sizes and materials so it is important that you know which one would be suitable to your needs. Here we will run through the most popular materials in use and the virtues for choosing them.
Iron Fire Bowls
Iron fire pits tend to make up the budget end of the market as they are cheaper to make and can be made in many different styles and sizes. These will last a long time if looked after but may quickly rust and become discoloured if not looked after properly.
Copper Fire Bowls
Copper fire pits are more expensive then the iron ones and tend to come in a bowl style with polished flat copper rim. Copper is a very durable metal that stands up well to high heat and being left outdoors. These won't rust over time but the copper will take on a green tint over time unless it is regularly cleaned.
Steel Fire Bowls
Steel fire pits are very similar in nature to their iron counterparts but are lighter in weight and more weather resistant. Steel is often used in the combination table/fire pit designs as they give the best of both worlds combining a slate or ceramic table with a steel firepit. Steel is also generally priced somewhere between Iron and Copper in terms of cost.
Would you like to cook on your fire pit?
The advantage fire pits have over chiminaeas and patio heaters is that as well as acting as a focal point in your garden they can also be used to cook with. One of the best designs around are the coffee table firepits which contain a bowl in the centre of the table which can be used for cooking a barbecue. The table has a pull out central section which when removed reveals the fire pit beneath.
What is your budget?
With fire pits starting at just over 20 they are a fabulous way to heat your garden at night and will offer a great focal point around which your friends and family will be drawn. The price you pay is really up to you so have a look around and see which one is for you.
