Fire pits are one of the easiest ways to bring warmth, ambience and style to your outdoor entertaining area
From compact fire bowls to statement fire tables and fully portable options, there’s a fire pit to suit any backyard, patio or courtyard at Heating & Outdoors by Glendale Warehouse. Most models are on display and running in our Glendale showroom, so you can see the flames in person before you buy!
What makes an ethanol fire pit different
If you’ve only ever known a traditional wood or cast-iron fire pit, an ethanol fire is a genuinely different experience. There’s no wood to chop and stack, no ash to shovel out the next morning, and no soot building up on your paving or furniture. Ethanol fire pits burn clean, with no smoke and no mess that comes with a traditional cast-iron model.
Because there’s no flue or chimney involved, our ethanol fire pits are also far more flexible about where they can go. You’re not limited to a fixed position against a wall or under cover. Instead, you can place a fire pit wherever it suits your outdoor space, move it around for different seasons and events, and pack it away when it’s not in use.
This is also why ethanol fire pits work just as well indoors as outdoors. A gas fire pit or wood burner usually needs venting and a fixed installation, but our ethanol range is designed for indoor and outdoor use, so the same fire pit can warm a courtyard in summer and a living space in winter. It’s a big part of the versatility that draws customers to ethanol over more traditional options.
A range of outdoor fire pits, bowls and tables to suit your entertaining area
We stock a genuine range of EcoSmart Fire pits, so you can choose based on your space, your style and how you plan to use it. Our fire bowls, including the Mix 600 and Mix 850, have a clean, sculptural shape that suits a minimalist courtyard or a larger backyard just as easily.
If you’d rather your fire pit doubled as furniture, our Manhattan 50 and Martini 50 fire tables bring flames to the centre of your outdoor entertaining area, with a flat surface around the flame for drinks or a cheese board. They’re built for hosting, whether that’s a small gathering with friends or a bigger event, and both are available in colours to suit different outdoor styles.
For something a little more sculptural, our POD range has a rounded, contemporary shape that works well as a standalone feature in the middle of a patio or garden bed. Each of these models is made from stainless steel, which resists rust and holds up to coastal and regional NSW weather far better than a traditional cast-iron fire pit left outside all year.
If you want something you can move around, our EcoSmart Stix Portable Ethanol Fire Pit is worth a look. It needs no gas or power connection, sets up in minutes, and burns for over eight hours on a single fill, with a choice of stainless steel or black finishes to suit your taste.
Across the whole range, you’ll find a style and price point to suit most budgets, from an entry-level fire bowl through to a larger fire table as the centrepiece of your setup.
Fully portable, low maintenance, and just as at home indoors
One of the biggest benefits of an ethanol fire pit is how little upkeep it needs. There’s no wood to source and store, no ash to clean out, and no annual flue inspection to book in. You light it, enjoy the warmth, and pack up when you’re done, without soot on your hands or smoke in your clothes.
This low-maintenance appeal extends to how easily these fire pits fit into everyday life. A portable model like the Stix is genuinely light enough to move between an undercover patio and an open backyard, or bring inside on a chilly night if your home suits it. For anyone in a townhouse, apartment or smaller backyard, this versatility matters.
You don’t need a large outdoor area to enjoy real flames, just a stable, well-ventilated spot for your fire pit to sit, whether that’s a compact patio or a wider open space.
Stainless steel also means less time spent on maintenance overall. Unlike iron or steel components exposed to rain and salt air, these fire pits are built to handle outdoor use without rusting or needing repainting every season. A quick wipe-down after use, along with a cover to keep the elements off it when it’s not in use, is generally all it takes.
Creating ambience for chilly nights, gatherings and everything in between
A fire pit does more than provide heat. It creates a natural gathering point, the kind of spot where people pull up a chair without being asked twice. Whether you’re hosting friends for a casual catch-up or marking a bigger occasion, a lit fire pit adds warmth and a sense of occasion that a patio heater alone can’t match.
Many of our customers prefer the ambience of real flames over the more clinical feel of outdoor heating appliances, and that’s exactly what EcoSmart Fire is known for. The flames move and flicker like a traditional campfire, with a level of sophistication that suits a considered outdoor entertaining area rather than a rough backyard bonfire.
If you’re planning to embrace outdoor living in the cooler seasons, a fire pit is one of the simplest ways to keep using your outdoor area rather than retreating indoors as soon as the sun goes down. Pair it with a few comfortable outdoor chairs, and it becomes the natural place to host, relax and spend time with family and friends.
If you’re planning to cook while you’re out there, too, our team can point you toward the right barbeque from our BBQ range to go alongside it, since our ethanol fire pits are designed for ambience and heat rather than cooking.
Find the ideal fire pit at Heating & Outdoors
With so many models, styles and price points to choose from, our team’s product knowledge makes it easy to find the right fire pit for your home.
Whether you’re after a compact fire bowl for a small courtyard or a fire table that anchors your whole outdoor entertaining area, we can talk you through the practical side, including placement, ventilation and which finish suits your space.
Browse our fire pits for sale online, or visit us in-store in Glendale to see the range alight in person before you decide. Local pickup is free, and our shipping and delivery options for anywhere else in Australia are calculated at checkout based on weight and location.
However you like to shop, our team is here to help you find a fire pit you’ll actually use, not one that ends up covered in a tarp by the second winter.
FAQs about fire pits
Are ethanol fire pits real flames, or are they simulated?
They’re genuine flames, just fuelled by liquid bioethanol instead of wood or gas. You get real fire, warmth, and movement without smoke, ash, or soot.
Can I use an ethanol fire pit indoors?
Yes, our EcoSmart Fire range is designed for indoor and outdoor use. As with any open flame, keep it in a stable position with good ventilation and away from anything flammable.
How long does a fire pit burn on one fill?
It depends on the model, but our Stix Portable Ethanol Fire Pit runs for over eight hours on a single fill. Our team can talk you through burn times for any specific model you’re considering.
What’s the difference between an ethanol fire pit and a gas fire pit?
A gas fire pit usually needs a fixed gas connection and often some form of venting, while an ethanol fire pit runs on bioethanol and needs no connection at all. That’s what makes our range so easy to place and move around your outdoor entertaining area.
Is shipping free on fire pits?
Local pickup from our Glendale showroom is free. For delivery elsewhere in Australia, shipping is calculated at checkout based on the item’s weight and your location.