Planning a gas fire pit.
Gas fire pit height.
Aim for a fire pit height of 12 to 14 inches from the base of the walls to the top of the walls if you want guests to be able to prop their feet on it while seated around it on standard.
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Ft and two feet high.
This depends on what you want to use it for.
Maximum dimensions of the fuel area interior fire pit dimensions is three feet in diameter roughly 7sq.
A good rule of thumb is to make an above ground fire pit 12 14 inches tall.
For example if you want to be able to prop your feet on it go with one that is about 12 to 14 inches high.
Many gas fire pits will come with a built in dial which controls the height of the flames.
If your fire pit is too tall you won t be able to prop your feet comfortably on the edge.
I always say the best way i would calculate the height is to sit in a chair and measure to the top of your knees and add an inch or so.
Another way to increase the flames is to provide a better airflow.
Ceiling height of your covered patio or space this is one of the most important factors to consider if you have are wondering if it is safe to have a gas fire pit under a covered patio.
Anything less we would consider unacceptable.
After all it is your fire pit.
At this height you can sit down in a chair and prop your feet up comfortably.
Make sure there is adequate space between decorative logs lava rocks or fire glass beads.
The exact height you choose for your fire pit will depend on how you plan to use it.
Up to 12 feet depending on local code.
We would expect a minimum flame height of 6 at the centre of your fire pit.
Although gas fire pits do not produce smoke like wood burning fire pits it is still important to have proper ventilation.
This is a few inches shorter than standard patio furniture seat height.
Your first decision will probably be where in your backyard are you going to locate your gas pit.
If you plan to use the edge of the pit as a sitting wall you ll want it to be about 20 inches.
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