do you find this fire pit to rust and stain the patio?
189173
I do not notice it leaving rust on my pavers. I use it at least once or twice a week. However, if you're really concerned about that, try setting it on top of some 16x16 pavers. Kinda like a platform. The quality of this steel firepit, to me, far outweighs rust stains. However, I do not see any. Hope this helps!
189174
I have owned this fire pit for one year. It sat outside during the winter. It has not stained our concrete patio. The Ohio Flame fire pit has exceeded my expectations!
189175
I have it on a stone patio and have not noticed any on the stone. The fire pit itself rusts normally, but since it is on stone, the rust doesn't affect me. Other than addressing this question, I love my fire pit. It hosts a great fire that is easy to maintain and clean up after.
189176
I placed it on a stepping stone in the yard next to the patio. I have not noticed any rust on the grass or stepping stone, nor are there any rusty 'tears' streaking down the sides that would cause a rusty puddle.
189177
If staining concrete is a concern, we recommend creating a platform using pavers to place the Fire Pit on.
189178
The fire pit is starting to rust. We've put it up on a big paver to try and limit any staining to the patio. So far no staining...however, we do have it on the big paver to limit staining.
1949883
It's a wood burning firepit. Use your better judgement. I personally would not use under covered patio.
2077956
Yes. Ours is outside underneath a covered gazebo. We live on the gulf coast with lots of humidity so it is rusting some.
101617
We use ours inside a canvas gazebo and it does not leave a stain, nor does it smoke or spark. We keep at least one side of the gazebo unzipped for ventilation.
780867
Yes, the firepit gets very hot on the bottom and even will burn the grass if you set it on the lawn. Works perfect on concrete or stone patio. Hope this helps.
1978327
Cast iron will rust and you will see it; while to some it might be an appealing look, to others it might look dirty; regardless, rust will stain and some people might not want that on their deck or patio; the heat transfer though of cast iron is difficult to beat! I choose aluminum because I wanted the same and new look for years without rusty stains
1689110
I see some rust creeping onto this thing after just a few uses. It has been kept on my covered porch, so it doesn't get rained on, but it is exposed to dampness. Unfortunately the thing is so hot after cooking that I don't see how I could clean, cover or move it until the next morning.
1460860
Ours is rust. It looks really nice. Have received many compliments on the color.
1589909
No, it does not. But the solution to that is to purchase the cover that fits it. I have read other's comments about it quickly rusting. I've had mine for over a year and it set out all summer. I keep the cover on it when it's not in use and I don't have a spec of rust on it anywhere... and yes I still love this firepit!!
1242669
No, we have not even while using in fairly windy conditions as we did this last Saturday night. It's on a block patio just 10 feet from our wood screened porch and is 70' upwind from our woods. Absolutely love this fire pit!BTW, we always burn hardwoods in ours
1783072
I have it on my deck, so far nothing major has happened, however, the cover most definitely lets out pieces of burning wood when the fire pops and cracks. I wouldn't put a carpet under it. Also for those wondering, we moved it to our yard one night and it definitely burned and killed the grass underneath, so it gets extremely hot. I love this little fire pit though, and I'm pleased with the purchase.
72763
I live in indy and I've had it for 3 month or so. o have seen any rust yet. And its rained a lot so I would say no. plus I've got a friend who's got the same one and he's had it 2 years. his also has no rust.
349303
Mine stays outdoors on the patio year round and I have never seen any moisture on the outside except for when it possibly gets rained on. Furthermore, after being outdoors for more than a year, there is not a trace of rust. Great bucket.
2254091
The center of the bowl has a small hole (maybe 1-2" diameter) for rain drainage but ash and embers fall through the center onto whatever is underneath the pit. Personally, I'd stay away from starting a fire on or around wood that is not intended for burning purposes (ie wood decking).
1146842
No, it hasnt rusted at all and it is outside on my balcony. But I live here in Southern CA and it has hardly rained this winter!! I really like my little plant stand. :)
1515277
No. I replaced as much of the hardware with stainless as I could during assembly but it is still rusting at the base and staining my pool deck. Kids love it. Great in all other respects except for the rusting.
1775477
I've encountered no rust problems as yet. I've had mine for several months and it's been under the patio the entire time.