We all love a campfire. But in our modern, tidy backyards few of us have the space we are willing to give up to mounds of ash. But even if all you have is a patio, fire pits could be the answer.

Patio Fire Pits really are glamorous campfires. They offer the warmth, nostalgia and conversation inducing solicitude of the campfire, but without the mess and inconvenience. A fire pit table on your patio allows you to enjoy heating with wood whilst sitting in the comfort of your favorite outdoor garden furniture. Best of all, even when not in use, a patio fire pit will still look good.

There is a wide range of designs to suit every style. Copper fire pits, stainless steel modes, cast iron fire circles, stone outside fireplaces. All extend the season when you will use your patio. That outside space is yours, private and personal, and it is a shame to waste it by not spending any time out of doors when the weather turns chilly. With a patio fire table you can keep yourself warm without it costing the earth.

Most importantly a patio fire pit offers the ambiance of the campfire. Telling stories around a gas patio heater just isn't the same is it? But a patio fire table - even a propane one, that is magical.

Don't confine these glamorous campfires to the patio either. There are many raised designs on legs which are perfect for decks too, just be sure to place over a heatproof pad or slabs which you can buy from the hardware store (or from wherever you buy your deck fire pit table no doubt).

Patio Fire Pits provide a circular or square home for you fire. No worries about the fire spreading or getting out of control. Most come with spark screens so you can ensure no trees or family members are hit by stray sparks too. There are models with foot rests all the way around so you can recline on your lounger and keep your toes toasty whatever the weather.

A food grill is worth considering, as sometimes you want more than marshmallows whilst keeping the kids amused with ghost stories. Once you start grilling hotdogs and burgers on your fire pit you'll wonder why you ever needed the gas BBQ I'm sure.

To keep the patio glamorous it is worth investing in a fire pit cover. Not only will this prolong the life of the product, it means you can store firewood inside the table for the next evening's al fresco conversation. When looking at patio fire pits it is worth considering how often it will be used. If you're likely to be lighting a campfire regularly you may wish to buy a deep version which will offer the longest burning fires and deal with larger firewood. If it is an occasional thing something that simply fits in with your other furniture is fine.

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