The offset fire steel bowl is a nice design, but does this affect how the heat is distributed to everyone seated around it?
1086315
It depends on how windy it is. Regulating the flame regulates the heat for everyone's comfort.
1086316
We just have sets three quarters of the area & is used mostly for atmosphere not heat. However it does give off a nice heat.
1086317
We do feel heat from it. I think there is a little difference between being right beside it and the end. I am very cold natured though. With that being said, we have loved it and have had so many compliments on it.
1086318
Everyone around the table could feel the heat. The distance of the offset is small enough that it does not substantially lower the heat felt by folks seated at the far end of the table.
1086319
Absolutely not!! The heat reaches everyone!! The bowl is large and lots of heat is distributed to all!! I just love this "fire table"! So beautiful! And, functional!!
1086320
I've found that it does not produce much heat at all. Mine is on an open deck so the heat rises into the air. It might feel warmer if placed under some type of covered area which would trap the heat nearer the ground, it is a beautiful affect but not warming.
1086321
People sitting closest to the fire bowl will feel the most heat. It is not exactly a roaring campfire but does throw a moderate amount of heat from it's gas flame. I enjoy it more for the ambiance than for a source of heat. Don't expect to be warm and toasty seated around it during the winter. Hope this helps.
1086322
I have mine placed under a gazebo so the distribution is felt by everyone. I think it provides plenty of warmth but it doesn't reach your legs as much as your upper body.
1017878
Like any pan, it will be hotter where the heat source is, it does disperse pretty well though. I would recommend the lodge cast iron griddle instead. I have both and the lodge is easily my favorite
2222455
I have had no trouble. All three bowls maintain heat levels and can be used together or not.
1678999
Yes, it is cool to the touch. I have small things sitting on top of mine. The heat comes from underneath. We are very happy with ours.
1975475
I think it heats all around. I use it for family get togethers and I love it. I don't believe it gets real hot on the outside though, so that makes it real nice to set on counter tops. Hope this helps your question.
1371389
While there is a moderate amount of heat, the effectiveness depends on how cold and wind. Because it is a table it doesn't directly warm the legs. That said, it really provides a wonderful camp fire effect especially for parties. We had 9 people gathered around for hours.
2255349
I have mine sitting kitty-corner because of a shelf and the heat run, but I sit there a lot and haven't had any issues. To be honest, I think this was one of my best purchases for the small room it is in.
1979472
The extra low seat is not heated. They have a standard low heat that you can get heated though
304851
I have it sitting on an area rug and it is OK. The heat projects out , not down.
763424
It puts out a nice heat and easy to control. We did have some trouble with the fit of the grate and had to get a replacement. It took some time to get it right but it's well worth it. We love our table / pit.
1935504
I think it heats pretty evenly. I let it get nice and hot and don't overcrowd it. In my opinion the griddle is more functional than the grill.
429387
the metal part gets hot but the surrounded area not really. hope that helps!
709027
The heat-penetration is probably directly proportional to the time one has to hold the hot item. [ HP ~ T * t ] I am happy to say that our table is close enough from our oven before it becomes unpleasant. So, yes, I do feel some heat.
102508
We love our fire pit. It has a nice wide area to set drinks on. I would tell you that the closer you set it to the fire, the warmer your drink may get. We also have the glass screen that helps keeps drinks cooler. Flame size would also be a factor in whether or not drinks get warm.. Hope this answer helps.
559239
The seat warms just slightly as you are sitting on it. We haven't noticed any change in our electric bill and we installed 2 of the seats. We really like them. You need the electric source for the motor that runs the spray and for the heat to warm the water
1371390
It's mostly about the looks, and the soothing effect of the flames. There is heat generated, but only very close to the pit itself. We have actually enjoyed it on summer evenings without adding much heat to the night.
1240691
Absolutely, that's what I have in my house - it distributes the burner heat well despite the different front/back burner sizes. Only think I haven't tried yet, is putting it on the Weber to smoke chicken thighs, but it's coming soon!