Outdoor fire pits are a type of fireplace used in outdoor settings that can provide great style for your backyard and a warm place for your family and friends to gather. Available in an array of shapes and sizes with a vast price range, these fireplaces are worth the investment. Not only do they look great and create a fun meeting place for your family, but they also provide a relatively safer outdoor fire than other options. Place one with your patio set in the backyard for a cozy seating area, or use one for your next party at the beach house along with any other special outdoor occasion. Cold winter nights, outdoor dinners, and neighborhood barbecues are all perfect occasions to utilize these unique fireplaces.

Most fire pits are made in the shape of a bowl or are built in to a square or rectangular shaped base and are easy enough to lift and move around. Many even have areas around the edges of the pit that offer ledge space for drinks and food, similar to a coffee table. Having this extra table space around the fire is great if you are drinking hot chocolate or sipping tea, and ideal for roasting marshmallows! They often use clean-burning propane or natural gas, and newer models are made with recycled content. Some models come with a decorative spark screen or are made with beautiful built-in waterfalls. This is especially true for the column style fire pits. If you are looking for one that is made primarily for decorative purposes, there are certain modern art models that can be displayed as a piece of breathtaking home décor. These artistic outdoor models complement any backyard, patio, or garden beautifully.

Some of the most popular types of fire pits for outdoors are the beach bonfire styles. The Beach Burner Portable Bonfire model is made of 100% recyclable material and is suitable for gas, wood, or charcoal fires. Its portable feature is defined by its detachable base and carrying handles. This rounded decorative model has an edgy hand-cut flame design that is uniquely made and signed by artist John T. Unger. It is priced around $750 and requires no maintenance whatsoever. For a fresh modern art style, try the Pure Flame Ellipse of Fire model which is made of stainless steel and set on a dramatic black base. It is eco-friendly and looks stunning on any back patio or in a lush garden. Running around $1,150, this ultra modern, ultra hip fire pit is sure to turn heads.

If you prefer a waterfall style pit, check out the Cliffstone Fire Fountain, affordably priced at $399. It is a smaller pillar style fountain that can be nestled into a garden, placed near and entryway, or used to accent your patio furniture. This stone fire pit comes with lava rocks and the soothing waterfall situated below the pit adds a nice balance to the overall look, creating a tranquil, relaxing aura for your yard. These are only a few of the many styles of outdoor fire pits available. Their decorative beauty, productivity, and eco-friendly designs are wonderful benefits to owning these versatile outdoor fireplaces.