How to Choose the Right Freestanding Fire Pit for Your Patio
As summer transitions into fall, we’re patiently awaiting one of our favorite times of the year: fire pit season.
Fire pits are beautiful patio additions, letting you enjoy your outdoor space well into the fall and early winter. A freestanding fire pit, in particular, is an easy patio addition for instant warmth and ambiance.
Why We Love Freestanding Fire Pits
At Penn Stone, we’re big fans of freestanding fire pits. There’s a lot to love about a portable fire pit that creates enough light and warmth for chilly evenings outdoors without the commitment that comes with a built-in fire feature.
You can find freestanding fire pits in any style—from traditional styles to ornate designs to fire pits with modern lines that add a touch of sophistication to your patio.
Just as importantly, freestanding fire pits offer accessories and add-ons such as spark screens, lids and covers, heat deflectors, insert rings, kettles, grilling systems, griddles, and more.
Your Freestanding Fire Pit Fuel of Choice: Wood, Gas, or Propane
Most of our favorite freestanding fire pits are wood-burning because they’re easy to use and do not require additional hookups. However, you can opt for fire pits that burn other fuels like natural gas or propane.
The fuel source you choose is ultimately a matter of personal preference. Here’s some guidance to help you choose what’s right for you.
Wood-Burning Fire Pit
A wood-fueled fire pit is the best choice if it’s the traditional smoky ambiance of a campfire in your backyard that you’re looking to achieve. Wood fires burn hotter than natural gas fire pit fires, so if it’s serious warmth you’re after, burning wood is the way to go. Smokeless wood-fired options are also available if you want a warm, campfire experience without the smoke.
Natural Gas Fire Pit
Natural gas fire pits are as close to ‘set it and forget it’ as you can get with an open flame. You can enjoy the illuminating glow and flip-of-a-switch control for lighting and controlling the intensity of the flames.
Propane Fire Pit
Fire pits fueled with liquid propane offer smokeless, cozy warmth with complete control over the flame’s height and intensity. Portable propane fire pits require no natural gas line, so they provide optimal convenience in addition to clean-burning radiance.
At Penn Stone, we carefully select the brands we offer to our customers, including Fire Pit Art, Fire Pit UK, Breeo, Jatex, Outdoor Great Room, and more.
Fire Up an Unforgettable Backyard Experience
We invite you to visit our outdoor showroom to experience our freestanding fire pit styles in person. Our Outdoor Specialists will help you find the fire pit that best matches the style of your outdoor space so you can create your life built outdoors.
