Homes that already have an existing natural gas line may want to continue using that to power their gas fire pit, but you will want to examine projected costs before committing to this method. Standard propane tank fire pits are designed to hold and hide a 20-pound tank (or four and a half gallons of liquid propane), but homes that run on larger, permanent propane tanks can also be hooked up to a pit for constant gas (with the proper equipment, of course). Propane can be more costly and does require a trip to the corner store to replace an empty tank, but it is more efficient than natural gas at producing heat, so you’ll use less propane than natural gas to achieve the same amount of heat and burn time.
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Read further to learn more about how to choose the best propane fire pit for your space. Unlike traditional outdoor fireplaces and pits, it’s simple to adjust flame height and heat levels instantly, and some models even come with timers to ensure the fire doesn’t get forgotten and run late into the night after everyone has gone to bed. Matchless ignition, zero smoke inhalation, no ashes to cleanup or logs to tend to sure make propane a no brainer. Relax and watch the flames dance after you start the fire with a push of a button, twist of a knob, or flip of a switch - it’s really that easy.
Propane fire pits allow you to enjoy the crackle and enchantment of a wood-burning fire without all of the smoke and mess that comes with it.