How much heat does the fire give off? What is the coldest temperature one can sit around comfortably with ample heat?
1762251
Haven't used it in winter yet but you can pile a good amount of wood in it with the mesh dome on top. Gives off good enough heat
1762252
This is my second fire pit, and it's smaller and allows for less fire than the last. Beautiful and cross-functional with the table, and allows for a nice sized fire (12" to 14" logs ideal), but if your primary objective is heating a large area in very cold weather this may not be your best option.
1762253
Even a small fire gives a good amount of heat. It is a wonderful combo of fire pit & table. You can put a fair amount of wood in the pit for a comfy fire and you can pull your chairs up as close as is comfortable. Versatile for whatever your need. I expect we will use our firepit until the snow flies...it will be fine. Just have to dress accordingly. We were out on some very hot evenings in summer, too, and it was pleasant. If you like a fire, you can use this in any weather.
1762254
We have built up a good fire in the 40s and been comfortable. We have not tried it in freezing temperatures, but I would say it all depends how high you build it up.
1762255
It's like any other fire pit. We usually have chairs around and it's not a problem. Great having a place to put down your drink.
1762256
We have been out around ours at 50 degrees and were very comfortable. Not sure if you can be out in much colder weather. The fire is not that large so the heat does not radiate very far. It is more for the look than the warmth I believe.
1005794
The can just states that ideal temperature range is 50 to 85 degrees Farenheit. There is no max. temperature specified anywhere.
1393856
Sorry for the late responds I would say my bedroom is 100sq ft in it heats the room very quickly, I often have to sleep with the door or window because it can get to hot. But there is a button to decrease the heating seating but Im to lazy to get up to turn it down. I don't use the fire place illuminating setting because I have read reviews that the many people experience it catching fire.
1851259
I own one but can't tell you. It will provide warmth on high at least as good as small campfire. Use a large LP tank. We like it takes the chill off sitting outside if you sit close !
897376
WARM. is the very lowest. I would surmize, it is a 'keep warm', and it is usually about 150 deg.then the control starts at 200, in 50 degree increments,max. of 400 degrees..hope this helps...
1291619
It has a wide range for keep warm (all below 200 degrees). It goes a little past the 400 degree range, so I would guess 425 degrees. I love it.
25594
The metal does get pretty warm. I bought a cushion to sit on and it works great.
1824244
Not hot at all!! You can touch it and hardly feel any heat. Safe if kids around.
2223979
We use it everyday, set at 75 degrees, and it only feels a little warm on the front, never hot. Easy to move around, too.
1757493
I was actually most impressed with mine at low temperature settings. I used mine for camping, and most camp stoves didn't do simmering well. This one did. I have cooked everything from omelets to steaks and chops -- and even Bananas Foster at campsites on mine. For camping in cold weather, though, you need to keep your butane canisters warm, or they will not work. That is true of all butane stoves.
1468895
Any fire pit will put out warmth with enough wood burning, on mine I put 5 to 6 18" logs for fire that will radiate heat about 3 feet around this fire pit. More than adequate.
2273257
I use it below 40 with no problems. It generally only heats up to 102 when it's really cold. It cools pretty quickly if you use the jets. It's pretty awesome in general.
1417127
I dont know the exact temperature, but at the center edges whear the pot sits above the burner they exceed 700 degrees Fahrenheit, and the legs get unconfortably warm to the touch, but not hot enough to burn/mark wood decking.
1544379
From 70 to 166 and that's hot--at least really warm. And you can extend the time easily, in addition to the temp. I love this thing and I was always a "thermophore" person before. I've had this one for about 6 months.
2060975
I use this for my cold feet at my desk at home, but I have also used it sitting on my recliner about 8 feet away with the heater on the floor aimed at my feet. I feel the warmth, but not strong hot heat from that far away. The little heater will also warm an 8' by 8' room if left on for awhile. I am very satisfied with this little heater. I have owned it for over a year and it is still gouing strong.
533464
Yes, definitely! I use mine year round in Seattle. It is insulated and I've actually cooked at 500 degrees in a snowstorm in Reno on our first unit during initial testing. If it's real cold out remember that the steel and the stones are very cold as well and will take longer to heat up to cooking temps. You can also remove the upper fuel grate and build a bigger fire right on the firestarter grate in the firebox. I'd also recommend using all high heat woods like Oak, Maple or Hickory for a hotter fire.
747962
It is not designed to get that hot. We have the insulation blanket on it and it helps to hold the heat in. It does a great job. We have not put a temp gauge on it, but have had no trouble thoroughly smoking salmon large and small.