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Outdoor Fire Pits for Cool Evenings Outdoors
A fire pit turns a cool evening into the best part of the day, and few additions draw people outside faster. Remarkable Outdoor Living's outdoor fire pits span wood-burning bowls and clean-burning ethanol burners in steel, stainless steel, cast iron and concrete. Whether it's marshmallows with the kids or a slow night with friends, you'll find a fire pit that fits your backyard and the way you entertain.
Choose Your Fuel
Wood-burning fire pits throw the most heat and give you that crackle and campfire smell, with glowing coals that are perfect for cooking. Ethanol is the cleanest option: our ethanol fire pits burn bottled fire pit fuel to produce a real flame with no smoke, soot or ash and no installation involved, with many models finished with fire glass or lava rock.
Steel, Cast Iron or Concrete
Steel heats up quickly, spreads heat evenly and is light enough to move around the yard. Cast iron holds heat longest for extended evenings, though it's heavier and needs a heat-resistant finish to keep rust away. Concrete fire pits are heavy, stay put in wind, won't rust and suit modern, low-profile outdoor spaces. Finishes set the tone too: black steel reads contemporary, a rust patina brings rustic character, and round or rectangular fire pit tables bring the flame right to the centre of the patio.
Seating Around the Fire
Set seats about 46 to 61 cm from the edge, close enough to feel the warmth and far enough to stay comfortable when the fire is at its hottest. Outdoor modular sofas let you reposition sections to suit the size of the fire pit and the number of guests, while outdoor aluminium armchairs are non-combustible and easy to shift if the fire flares. Keep synthetic wicker, rope and cushions at the outer edge of wood-burning setups, and use an ember screen.
Built for Australian Conditions
Check your state's fire rules before you light up: never burn wood on a total fire ban day, and note that many councils and strata schemes restrict open flames. Where a flame isn't allowed, electric radiant heaters keep the same outdoor area warm. Place the fire pit on a non-flammable base such as concrete, pavers or gravel, and between uses a fitted fire pit cover plate keeps rain and ash where they belong.
FAQs
What size fire pit works best for different backyard spaces?
Courtyards and small patios suit compact 50 to 75 cm fire pits, while 75 to 90 cm models warm four to six people in mid-sized areas. In a large backyard, 90 cm and above gives you a real centrepiece for bigger groups.
What safety practices should I follow when using a fire pit?
Keep the fire pit a clear distance from the house, sheds and decking, with plenty of clearance overhead and room to move on all sides. Set it on a non-flammable surface, never overload the fire, and don't burn treated timber or rubbish.
Which materials are most durable for outdoor fire pits?
Stainless steel leads for rust resistance, while mild steel heats evenly but needs a protective finish. Cast iron holds heat longest yet is heavy, and concrete won't rust at all, which is why it suits ethanol burners so well.
Can I use a fire pit on a balcony?
Check your strata by-laws first, as many buildings restrict open flames on balconies. Where they're allowed, an ethanol fire pit on a non-flammable surface is usually the most practical choice, and an electric radiant heater is the safer option where they're not.
Find your fire pit online or at our showrooms in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast, and make the cool months the best nights of the year.