What To Expect From Your New Fire Pit

My fire pit is rusting. Is this a problem?

No, not at all. Rust is a natural part of the ageing process and will add a unique beauty to your metal fire pit. We treat the metal with a high temperature paint but in time any treatment will simply burn off.

However, the steel is at least 3mm thick ( 3 times as thick as cheap firepits ) so can withstand years of outdoor use. This means it’s perfectly OK for you to leave your fire pit outside and let nature take its course.
Surface Rust
Surface Rust refers to a top layer of red/orange rust that begins to form on steel from exposure to water and oxygen. Most steel fire pits are prone to rust over time from exposure to the elements and regular use. While rust is a form of corrosion, structural damage is dependent on the thickness of the steel and can be mitigated with fire pit maintenance.
We utilize industrial quality materials when constructing our fire pits which can be left entirely unprotected and used year-round without risk of structural damage caused by rust. Surface rust will form on the fire pit but will not rust through like comparable low-cost alternatives.

How long should my fire pit last?

Your fire pit is strong enough to withstand all weathers and more than ten years of outdoor use.

Why don’t you treat your fire pits to protect them from rusting?

We don’t treat the steel we use to make our fire pits, as any coating will quickly burn off. However, the steel we use is at least 3mm thick, so can withstand years of outdoor use.
Should I position my fire pit on a special surface?
We recommend that you don’t put your fire pit directly on to a patio or stone terrace, as the natural ageing process can sometimes stain the surface. To prevent this you can place the fire pit on older slabs, a gravel bed, Heat mat or a brick platform. We also recommend that you don’t place your fire pit directly on to a lawn as the heat from the fire will scorch the grass.

How to care for your fire pit.

Your new fire pit is designed to be low maintenance and can be kept outdoors all year round but a few simple things will help extend its life:

• Your fire pit will develop an even rusty patina. This will not affect its use or longevity but if you like, you can clean it up with a wire brush and then rub over oil such as WD40.

• A cover can be used to protect the fire pit and keep the base of ash and burnt wood dry for use next time. It also works as a snuffer to safely extinguish the fire.

• If you don’t have a cover, clean out your fire pit after use and make sure the bed in the bottom of the bowl is clear of ash etc to stop rainwater collecting.

• We recommend re treating your fire pit annually with a high temperature paint like Rust-Oleum heat resistant paint 7778.

Safety

While owning a fire pit is all about fun, it is also essential to make sure safety is a priority:
• Supervise children at all times when the fire is lit as the steel will get very hot.
• Set your fire pit on stone, brick, gravel or on a slab on decking (it will develop rust as it ages which can mark stone surfaces). If putting your fire pit on grass, be aware it may get scorched underneath.
• Ensure a spark will not reach anything flammable.
• Keep a supply of water to hand in case you need to damp down the fire.
• Always use protective gloves when handling things such as BBQ racks.
• Ensure your fire pit is out (or put the lid on) before leaving it unattended.