Fire Tables

Yes, most EcoSmart Fire tables can be relocated, particularly models using bioethanol or liquid propane fuel sources. With zero hard utility connections, relocating your fire table is straightforward. However, consider the substantial weight and avoid frequent relocation, as these premium pieces are designed to sit securely as long-term furniture features.

Fire tables can be safely used on wooden decks when you follow specific installation and operation guidelines. EcoSmart Fire bioethanol fire tables are approved for combustible surfaces like wooden decking, with one critical requirement: a minimum ½ inch [12.5 mm] air gap between the ground and the underside of the appliance. The product's height-adjustable articulating feet create this essential clearance, preventing direct contact between the burner base and flammable materials.

Because bioethanol fires produce no sparks or embers, they're inherently safer for timber decking than wood-burning alternatives. However, timber protection matters. Unsealed or porous wooden decks should be protected from moisture and water runoff from the fire table's operation. Keep flammable materials at least 1 metre away while the fire is lit, and allow the unit to cool completely before refuelling.

Level installation on a hard, flat surface is essential. Don't place the fire table on grass, uneven ground, or surfaces that flex or settle. Following these guidelines, your EcoSmart Fire table becomes a durable, design-forward gathering feature that enhances your deck without compromising safety.

EcoSmart Fire tables offer glass fire screens that stabilise flames in windy conditions. These specially designed toughened glass screens provide wind protection whilst maintaining an unobstructed view of the dancing flames. Available for all models, they ensure consistent flame performance and enhance safety during outdoor entertaining.

The key difference is functional design. Fire tables combine a flat tabletop surface (about 1,000 mm square) at coffee or dining height with an integrated bioethanol burner underneath; they're 2-in-1 pieces that hold plates, glasses, and decorative items by day and create flame by evening. Fire pits are sculptural centrepieces with minimal tabletop space, designed purely as atmospheric focal points; their varying heights (from 220 to 780 mm) make them sculptural objects first, heat sources second.

A fire table transforms your entertaining by anchoring a seating arrangement where guests can gather, dine, or socialise around a functional surface. A fire pit creates a 360-degree gathering experience around an artistic focal point; the flame draws everyone inward, regardless of seating arrangement. Fire tables suit intimate, directed settings; fire pits suit more open, circular gatherings.

Both use clean-burning bioethanol fuel with no smoke, ash, or residue. Fire tables hold larger burners (the AB8, delivering 20,433 BTU/h and heating up to 60 m²), whilst fire pits use smaller burners (the AB3, 5,800 BTU/h, heating up to 20 m²). When unlit, a fire table remains furniture; a fire pit is only decorative until the flame ignites.

No, EcoSmart Fire fire tables are not designed to be placed on artificial turf. Fire tables require minimum 12.5 mm [0.5 in] of underside airflow clearance, achieved through adjustable articulating feet that sit on level, solid surfaces. Artificial turf compresses unevenly and cannot provide the stable foundation needed for proper airflow underneath the unit.

Artificial turf also traps moisture under the fire table, preventing proper evaporation and potentially damaging the concrete surrounds over time. For optimal performance and longevity, place your fire table on level, solid surfaces such as patio stone, concrete slabs, or sealed decking. These surfaces support the articulating feet correctly and allow the essential underside ventilation that keeps your fire table operating safely and efficiently.

EcoSmart Fire bioethanol fire tables produce between 15,000 and 20,433 BTU per hour, depending on burner configuration. The AB8 burner delivers 20,433 BTU/h (6 kW), whilst the XL900 burner delivers 15,000 BTU/h (4 kW), each matched to the table design for the ideal balance of output and burn time. Both configurations heat spaces up to approximately 60 m² [646 ft²], creating a comfortable zone for outdoor entertaining.

What makes bioethanol heating stand out is the efficiency: over 90% of the heat stays in your space rather than venting up a chimney. Unlike traditional fireplaces, you're not paying to warm the sky. The flame burns cleanly with no smoke or ash, so the warmth you feel is direct and unobstructed.

For larger gatherings or expansive outdoor areas needing primary heating, gas fire tables are available with significantly higher output. For intimate entertaining spaces and patio zones, bioethanol delivers the right amount of warmth without overheating a defined gathering area. The enclosed burner design also minimises heat loss on breezy evenings.

Outdoor fire tables significantly enhance property value and appeal. According to Zillow research, properties with outdoor fire features sell 2.8 days faster than similar homes without them. The National Association of REALTORS® identifies fire features as top outdoor residential amenities that appeal to buyers and add resale value.

Fire tables are multi-functional furniture pieces that combine a practical table surface with an integrated fireplace. They work by burning fuel - ethanol, natural gas, or liquid propane - in a built-in burner system surrounded by decorative glass media. Simply insert the burner, add fuel, and ignite for instant warmth and ambiance indoors (ethanol) or outdoors (ethanol, natural gas or liquid propane).

EcoSmart Fire gas fire tables offer two fuel options, each suited to different outdoor living philosophies: natural gas for seamlessly integrated permanent installations, and liquid propane for uncompromised flexibility.

Natural gas connects to your home's utility supply, delivering unlimited burn time with a consistent 65,000 BTU/hour output and push-button ignition. For properties with existing gas infrastructure or during new construction, this approach eliminates the visual and practical compromises of tank management, allowing your fire table to become a permanent outdoor room feature. The G16T burner is UL/ULC-listed to ANSI Z21.97-2017 and CSA 2.41-2017, with CE and UKCA certifications across international markets.

Liquid propane arrives in portable tanks, giving you identical 65,000 BTU/hour performance without installation infrastructure. This suits rental properties, newly developed gardens, or any space where permanent gas lines aren't practical. A standard tank delivers 8 to 20 hours of burn time depending on usage, making propane ideal for flexibility without compromise. Tank refills and storage are routine logistics, far outweighed by placement freedom.

Both systems meet the same rigorous safety and performance standards. The choice reflects your vision for your garden: choose natural gas if your fire table is a permanent architectural element; choose propane if flexibility and independence matter most.