Can you replace the lava rock with glass rock
899474
I haven't tried it, but I don't see why not. You may want to put some gas sand at the bottom, and then pile up glass on top. Otherwise, you will have to use a lot of glass.
899475
We replaced the lava rock with stones. Here's the site. Looks 100% better. http://www.blazingglass.com/fireplace-stones/?gclid=COeatoCB9rYCFQpN4Aod710AlA
899476
I would think so. You should be able to put anyting in the top fire box. We love ours - used it last night for the first extended period of time. It works great and is very easy to start.
899477
You need to change the grate like the one person suggested since fire pits for lava rocks/logs have a different design compared to fire pits for fireglass.
899478
Yes but you would probably need yo change the grate that the lava rock sits on as it is pretty wide for glass rock
1547210
It comes with a flimsy vinyl cover that tore quickly. However, the fire pit is worth the price. We have used for two years and still enjoy. We put the glass rather than the lava rock.
1076268
I really don't see why you couldn't mix the two. It would probably give you a nice effect without over-doing the sparkle from the glass.
411700
yes- but comes with plenty of fire glass. they recommend a part of it left uncovered; I suspect for air flow for the flame.
2078607
Lava rocks are supplied because it is cheaper, and easier to handle, due to the fact that the lava rocks will not cut because as a general rule they have no appreciative sharp edges.--- Just be careful with small kids around for preventing possibility of cuts, etc. {with the glass, that is}
2162870
I am not an expert but I do not think the tile can be replaced with glass. It looks to be 'grouted' in.
217525
Yes, if you have the proper tools! The rock is much larger than I had expected but we found another spot for it and it looks great.
711845
Depends on what type of lava rock you have, harder course rock yes. The porous Hawaiian style no at it would simple crumble away.
1569228
I think the glass may reach a higher temperature, because the lava rocks are porous and cool off faster.
1568470
I covered mine with lava rock and it works fine. I have always had mine covered.
725824
I received this Email from Blue Rhino: Thank you for your email today. We do not recommend for you to use the Glass instead of the Lava rocks, this unit has not been tested using anything else other than the Lava Rocks. Thanks.
1604730
The firepit I purchased came with a metal box holding lava rock and we changed it out to this glass & it has worked perfectly. It gives the appearance of fire coming from ice. Everyone loves it, I would think it work for your application.
1343897
It worked great in ours. Ours is propane but should be equivalent. We first had the gas logs (like would be in a fireplace) but wanted a change. So, we ended up putting lava rocks around the perimeter (where the fire bowl met the table part of the "pit") and then the glass in the interior portion where the fire ring sits. The lava rocks can also keep you from having to use tons of the glass since they can fill up some of the empty space. Hope this helps!
971217
You should be fine doing that but I'd cut down the run times. The glass will wear down quick compared to the stones people are tumbling. Might only start with the fine grit as well.
364558
The way this is built, I do not think that a replacement glass would be possible to install. I have had mine for about a year now and have had no problem with it with normal use and care.
1250388
I don't know why you couldn't...I would probably put some cheap lava rock from your big box store as a base to distribute the flames though
1454996
It comes with barely enough lava rock to cover the bottom. As a result I filled mine with glass and the radiant heat increased by about two-fold. It also now looks much better with flames emitting from the glass instead of looking at a metal burner. Assembly was basic nuts and bolts, had fairly clear directions included. Was handy to have a second person to hold the panels during the assembly process but not mandatory.