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liquid propane firepit

2 years ago

Planning new construction that heats with propane and considering a direct line to a patio firepit as opposed to a regular wood firepit. Has anyone done this. Can you get decent heat sitting around a gas fire pit? Can anyone recommend a model of firepit?

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Revolutionary Gardens
2 years ago
Your BTUs are going to be better with propane than with natural gas, for sure. Wood still burns hotter but a 150,000 BTU gas firepit will keep you warm. We're a dealer for American Fyre Designs and also Firegear Outdoors, and we like both. If you search on those two it should show you dealers in your area. Because gas burners can have stupid little annoying issues, I'll always recommend finding the closest dealer and installer to you so they can handle any issues.

You'll want to check with the gas company as to whether you can tie into the tank that's servicing your firepit. Gas pressure can be an issue over longer runs with propane and that's the last thing you want.
Bill Doherty
Original Author
2 years ago
Thanks for the reply...I'll look into that.
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