Best 11 Wood Burning Patio Fire Pits

Wood Burning Patio Fire Pits

Having an outdoor gettogether for friends and family on a cool evening, try one of these Wood Burning Patio Fire Pits.  They will keep your guests warm and give off a great aroma.

Each of these examples will be a little bit different and have designs that can fit in many outdoor decors.  Your own decor ideas and likes will send you to the proper choice for you and your guests.

One thing to keep in mind is that you cannot use a wood-burning fire pit on a combustible surface like a wooden or composite deck.  If you have one of these surfaces that you would like to use for your gathering around a heating source, choose a propane-powered fire pit like some of those in my category here.  There are many great choices today that will take the same propane tank as your gas BBQ pit.

The other main thing is that you will need a supply of dry wood for burning and cleanup, the cooldown will take some time after the fire is over.  The extra work is well worth it for the ambiance of the wood-burning fire pit.

Now let us look at each of these 11 models and see what works best for your outdoor area when you want to keep everyone warm on those cool nights.

Axxonn

32 inch Square with Cover

Price when this article was written: $109.99

The square top will be surrounded with 6 inch wide ceramic tiles.  It will come with a ceramic tile cover for the burn bowl when no fire is needed, it will store on the bottom leg braces for storage when not needed.  The steel frame will have a bronze powder-coated finish that will last very well in outdoor conditions.

The top will be 32 inches across and it is 22 inches to the top of the mesh screen when attached, 17 inches without.  The bowl will be 20 inches across and 4.5 inches deep.  Smaller firewood will be needed for this bowl.

A log grate will keep air under your logs to help with the burning.  The mesh screen lid will be easy to move while hot with the included forked poker.  You can also use the poker to help keep your wood moved around to improve the burning

Pros

• Tabletop insert
• Mesh safety lid
• Powder-Coated metal finish

Cons

• Multiple sized tiles
• No poly cover
• Smaller fire bowl

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Tuscan 34 inch Square Tile Top

Price when this article was written: $99.99

This square fire pit will have a 6-inch wide ceramic tile surrounding the burn bowl.  Solid steel sides powder-coated in a bronze color will give you a smooth modern look.

The top will be 34 inches across and 19 inches tall to the top of the mesh screen, if the screed is off the top will be 14 inches tall.  Burn bowl is 22 inches across and 405 inches deep.

Poker will be included to adjust the logs while burning and to remove the mesh top when hot.  A log grate will keep your logs off the bottom to improve burning.

Pros

• Powder-Coated metal finish
• Poker and steel mesh lid

Cons

• Multiple sized tiles
• No tabletop
• Small fire bowl

Alhambra 32 inch Square Top

Price when this article was written: $78.99

Another square design, this one will have a steel frame and 5-inch wide steel surround that will have a dark stone look.  All of the steel is powder-coated in a matte black finish for protection in outdoor conditions.

The top is 32 inches across and 16.5 inches tall to the top of the mesh grill, when it is off it will be 12.5 inches tall.  Burn bowl is 22 inches wide and 4.5 inches deep.

An open Craftsman design will give you an open bottom to help radiate the heat produced in the burn bowl.  A forked poker will help turn logs and remove mesh screen when hot.  A poly cover is included to keep your fire pit looking like new when it is not in use, make sure it is cool to the touch before installing.

Pros

• All metal construction
• The metal rim looks like a tile
• Poker and mesh top

Cons

• Small fire bowl
• The metal rim will get very hot
• No tabletop

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Rectangular with Tile Top

Price when this article was written: $94.85

If you need to burn bigger logs, the 27-inch long fire bowl will allow it with this fire pit.  With 5-inch square ceramic tile surround and an open bottom, this fire pit will give off great looks with a good amount of heat.  The bronze powder-coated finish will keep the steel frame looking like new for years.

The top will be 37 inches long, 28 inches wide and 18 inches to the top of the mesh grill or 14.5 inches to the top of the pit without the grill.  Burn bowl is 27 inches long, 18 inches wide, and a shallow 4.5 inches deep.

A forked poker will help move hot logs and remove the mesh grill when hot.  This is a great fire pit for those looking for a larger pit for there outdoor gatherings on cool nights.

Pros

• Same size tiles
• Long fire bowl for longer logs
• Poker and mesh screen

Cons

• No tabletop
• No poly cover for storage
• May have to replace all tiles to get the same color

Modern

Steel Chiminea

Price when this article was written: $66.59

For smaller areas or you want the modern look of this stell chiminea, this is a great example.  The smooth black steel surface will be highlighted by the copper ring at the top of this fire pit.  The chiminea style will keep the smoke above the eys of your guests to keep them more comfortable while keeping them warm.

The chiminea will be 17 inches across and 49 inches tall with a triangular cut out with a mesh door to stir the wood and watch the flames.  A forked poker will help open the door and stir the wood while it is hot.

This is a great alternative to regular fire pits, for more chiminea ideas see my other information here.

Pros

• Great modern design
• Smaller footprint
• Tall chimney keeps smoke out of the eyes

Cons

• Need short firewood
• No 360-degree view of the fire
• Hard to cook Marshmallows

Mainstays

30 inch Round

Price when this article was written: $59.86

This simple cheap fire pit will be a great thing for those on a short budget.  The Antique Bronze finish on the steel frame will look very good for a little investment.

The fire pit will be 30 inches across and 22.5 inches tall to the top of the mesh screen.  Forked poker will help remove hot mesh cover and turn your logs to help to burn them evenly.  A log grate will keep logs up to help to burn also.

A poly cover will keep your fire pit out of the weather when not in use.  Make sure it is cool to the touch before installing it.  I have had a fire pit similar to this model for over 15 years and it is still in good shape.

Pros

• Simple and cheap
• Poly cover included
• Poker and mesh cover

Cons

• Small fire bowl
• Can rust quickly if not covered or stored out of the weather
• Lightweight materials

30 inch Square

Price when this article was written: $46.85

Similar to the round fire pit above, this one will be for those that like the square design over the round.

The fire pit will be 30 inches square and 20.5 inches tall at the top of the mesh screen.   A forked poker will allow you to turn the wood and remove a hot mesh screen.  A grate will keep your wood off the floor of the burn bowl to allow for a better burn.

A poly cover will be included to cover your fire pit when not in use, make sure it is cool to the touch before installing it.

Pros

• Simple and cheap
• Poly cover included
• Poker and mesh cover

Cons

• Small fire bowl
• Can rust quickly if not covered or stored out of the weather
• Lightweight materials

Dover

30 inch Round Slate Top

Price when this article was written: $78.92

This round fire pit has a little more style with the slate surround of the burn bowl.  A dual row of tiles will go all the way around the burn bowl.

The fire pit is 30 inches across and 19.7 inches tall at the top of the mesh screen.  The frame is steel with an antique bronze finish.  Burn bowl is 22 inches wide and 7 inches deep.  A grate will keep your wood off the bottom of the bowl to help it burn better.

A forked poker will help keep wood-burning and help to remove the mesh grill when hot.

Pros

• Slate top edge
• Poker and mesh cover
• Antique bronze metal finish

Cons

• Slate may be hard to replace if broken
• Smal fire bowl
• No tabletop option

Granada

26 inch Round Steel

Price when this article was written: $59.95

For a lot of style and low price, this round fire pit will not disappoint. The open sides with a decorative scroll design and mesh finish will allow you to view the flames from any position.

The fire pit will be 26 inches across and 23.6 inches to the top of the mesh screen.  It will have a very large fire bowl to burn wood that is 22 inches or less very easily.

A forked steel poker will allow you to remove the hot mesh cover to stir your firewood for the best burn.  The grate will keep wood up off the floor to help with wood-burning evenly.

Pros

• Deep fire bowl
• Great scroll finish on sides
• Poker and mesh top included

Cons

• No poly cover included
• May rust if not stored or covered
• All surfaces will get hot with fire

Peaktop

21 inch Round

Price when this article was written: $169.99

Looking for a contemporary looking fire pit, this concrete finished model will be a great purchase.  Great for smaller areas like a chiminea with the looks of a fire pit.

At only 21 inches across and 12 inches tall at the top of the burn bowl, this fire pit will fit in a lot of small outdoor spaces.

A forked poker will help lift the mesh lid off when you need to turn your wood while burning.  A BBQ grill is included for the top of the burn bowl for cooking small meals.

Pros

• Great for smaller spaces
• Smooth concrete finish
• Poker and spark screen

Cons

• Need short and small firewood
• No provisions for tabletop
• Heavy hard to move

Pleasant Hearth

26-inch square

Price when this article was written: $113.66

Another fire pit with the lower open to let you view the flames from the very bottom.  The sides will have a nice pattern with a screen to keep all of the fire and embers in.  The deep and open fire bowl will allow the fire to get plenty of oxygen and not have to be refilled often.

The pit will be 26 inches across, this will allow almost all long firewood to be used.  The forked poker will allow you to remove the mesh screen lid and stir the fire without getting burned.  A Chrome plated cooking grid is included to cook smaller items without putting them on sticks.

Pros

• Open design to allow for viewing the fire
• Poker and mesh screen included.
• Cooking grid included

Cons

• No provision for a tabletop
• May rust if not stored or covered
• No poly cover included

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My final thoughts on these fire pits

Most people only get to enjoy an open fire when they campout.  How about if you had some Wood Burning Patio Fire Pits to choose from to use in your own back yard.  I have had one for over 15 years and enjoy the times we gather around a fire during the cooler months and do not have to drive to a park.  We even use it on Halloween in the driveway with several of the neighbors coming over to chat and give out candy.

A fire pit can bring you and your friends together after it is too cool to site outside without heat.  Each of these models will have some things that will appeal to different people, I hope you have found some inspiration in this article.

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