Fall is upon us. The days are getting shorter and the evenings cooler which makes this the perfect time of year to gather around a fire with friends and family. The popularity of gas fire tables is on the rise and for good reason. A gas powered fie table eliminates the effort of getting your fire to light, no smelly smoke in your face, you can relax because you're not getting up and down every few minutes to add wood to the fire and no risk of the fire throwing embers that can burn furniture, not to mention PEOPLE!
Fire tables is one of the fastest growing categories for outdoor furniture which is great for the consumer because that means that there are tons of options to choose from. Some things to consider are material, style, size and shape and cost.
Material Options:
-Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete, though heavy, GFRC is significantly lighter than solid concrete would be. It usually comes in earthy tones like gray, black and brown tones and can have a smooth finish or be made to mimic the look of stone or wood.
-Powder Coated Aluminum comes in dozens of colors and numerous finishes some which resemble wood or concrete. Aluminum is lighter so it can be moved easily and is easy to clean.
-Durawood is extremely durable and it's heavy so it makes a good choice for areas with a lot of wind. Durawood comes in about a dozen colors and some products have a wood grain like finish. It is also easy to clean and won't fade or rust.
Style, Shape and Size:
The style of your fire table can make a statement in your outdoor decor. Keeping in mind the placement of the table and coordinating outdoor furniture will play into which fire table you choose. Options range from modern to rustic to traditional. There are a variety of square, round and rectangle shaped tables each of which come in a variety of sizes. Some more unique options would include a table that resembles a wine barrel or a boulder. Another consideration is how much space you want around the fire element to place drinks, serving plates or other decor . The height of tables can vary as well and where the propane tank is going to be housed. Some tables have space within the table for the propane tank while others have a hose that connects the tank to the table and the tank is housed under a side table. There are fire tables that can used with dining chairs and even bar stools.
Cost:
Like any piece of quality furniture, a fire table is an investment so you want to feel that you are getting value for your money. At The Garden Room the fire tables we currently carry range from $599 on the low end for the Nantucket fire bowl to
to $3,499 for our large rectangular table made of polished marble top if a powder coated aluminum frame
Stop into The Garden Room and let us find the perfect fire table for you and start enjoying the beautiful Fall evening outdoors!