Who knew that the tempered glass many large companies once just threw away, could be recycled and used again for something beautiful? Made just for outdoor fire pits, Fire glass is a new product to many people. It is been around for a few years, but it is just now making its way into the headlines. www.Allbackyardfun.com gets a lot of calls where people don’t know what it is or how it works. Sometimes they ask if it is going to melt, if it is going to light up, or if the flame changes color. Urban fire glass comes in a variety of different colors. It does not melt, it does not light up, and it does not change the flame color. What it does do, is replace your typical gas logs or lava rock. It adds color and it emits more heat that wood, lava rock, or the fake logs.

Not only is this recycled product good for the environment, it is also stunning. When the gas seeps through the glass the fire starts to float over the glass. If you have reflective glass, the fire will reflect off the mirrors making it look like it is dancing. www.AllBackyardfun.com offers one of the largest online glass selections. You are sure to find a color to match your outdoor decorations or patio furniture.

Looking to save money when filling your fire place or fire pit with fireglass? We recommend visiting our Urban fireglass calculator – http://www.allbackyardfun.com/glass_calculator.php

This will allow you to determine how much Urban fire glass you will need for your fire pits or fireplace. We recommend putting 2 or 3 inches in for glass depth. You can save money by filling the rest with lava rock or sand. If you use lava rock, then I would suggest filling in with smaller pea gravel so that the fire glass doesn’t fall down between the lager lava rock.

Another way for you to save is to fill your first inch with a less expensive color like our clear. It is on sale right now for $2.99 vs normal retail of $4.25 per pound. Click here to view the clear urban fire glass –

Then top with your favorite color and light. You will surely impress all your neighbors.

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What makes fireglass look so cool? Is it the burner or the glass? Well, my answer to that question is – Both.

If you don’t have the proper burner your flame will not be dispersed properly to give it that cool floating look. For example, if you have a burner in a existing fire pit or fire place and it is a straight line of holes and is covered with lava rock or gas logs, you will find that the fire will come up through the glass in a line vs being dispersed throughout. Normally it is the gas logs or lava rock that disperses the flame. If the burner is designed for the glass it will have holes pointing in several directions or like the Oriflamme Firepit table, it will have a patent pending burner that allows the flame to come up in some sort of pattern. Check out the video – http://www.allbackyardfun.com/main_images/allbackyardfun/sun.html of the sun pattern. This unique fire pit burner does not include any rings or coils to possibly corrode. It is this special Oriflamme burner that allows the glass to look truly unique. The fireplace burners that I would recommend are the H fire place burners. This burner was designed specifically for hte fire glass and will allow the flame to disperse throughout the glass making it look like the fire is dancing throughout.

The color of Urban Fire Glass will also make the difference in the look of your fire pit, fireplace, or outdoor fire pit table. I would recommend placing a filler or flat color on the bottom of your unit and then topping with a reflective fire glass. The reflective means that it has a mirror on one side of the glass, which makes the fire look like it is dancing off the glass. It is fabulous!

Again, feel free to contact www.Allbackyardfun.com for any questions or to place your order.

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Hello everyone. I have been thinking about writing for a while. The only issue is trying to figure out the important topics that you would be interested in. After traveling across the country and completing 5 weeks of home and garden shows, I realize I get a lot of questions that I could probably talk about here on the blog.

The first question that I would like to discuss is, “Can I use the Urban Fire Glass in my fire pit or fire table?”

It is really important that everyone understands the difference between the fire pit tables that are designed for the fire glass vs. the gas logs, wood, or lava rock. Some fire tables for example, the Oriflamme Fire pit table, are specifically designed for the fire glass. It uses either propane or natural gas. If your table is hooked up to natural gas then you should be good to go. Natural gas is clean burning therefore it should not create soot and will allow you glass to stay clean. Propane on the other hand is another story. Normally, if your fire table or fire pit or fire table uses propane and is not specifically designed for the fireglass, I suggest that you stay away from using it. The main reason being that it will turn black from the soot. Propane is not clean burning like natural gas is therefore you will always have some kind of soot, UNLESS the system actually cleans the propane prior to it hitting the glass by mixing in air. This is what the Oriflamme Fire table does to prevent the fire glass from turning completely black. What is the point if it starts looking dirty? It is certainly not pretty to look at. Another point to take note of is that is also the burner design that makes the fire glass look cool. I will write about that on my next blog so stay tuned.

Anyhow, be sure to do your research and ask if the fire table was designed for the fire glass before buying a outdoor fire pit table. Please note there are some companies excited to sell you the glass regardless of what it looks like. AllBackyardfun.com is not one of these companies. We strive to provide you with a product you can show off to all your family and friends. That’s it for now. Be sure to call us if you have any questions 1-800-451-2550. Thank you.

What is a Fire Table?

Fire tables are a unique type of heating device, as well as being furniture accessories. While some heaters only provide warmth, a fire table consists of a regular table with a fire pit in the center, and one of the additional novelties which these tables feature is that the fire pit can be covered with an ice bucket insert when it is hot weather, thus providing additional functionality. Fire tables can be purchased online, with different centerpiece design elements whereby the burner can be chosen in one of many patterns.

Fire Table Accessories

When you purchase a fire table online, you can also purchase various fire table accessories, such as an ice bucket insert as well as other accessories such as fire glass which can be used to customize your fire table. A gas fire table can be used safely in various environments, because unlike with a wood-burning fireplace, there are no jumping embers to pose a fire hazard. These safe tables can be great for patio areas.

Effective Outdoor Firepits

If you are planning to purchase outdoor fire pits for your backyard and are looking for an effective solution, you may want to consider a fire table. These attractive heating solutions combine surface space with a central gas firepit heater, perfect for placing seating around on a chilly day. Gas fire pits are low-maintenance, not requiring the cleaning of conventional fireplaces, and they are easier to light as well. You can browse outdoor firepits and fire tables online and choose the option which will provide the functionality you prefer.

Accessories for Outdoor Firepits

If you purchase an outdoor gas firepit, you can accessorize your heating device with urban fire glass, an alternative to the fake wooden logs and other accessory items which some people use with their firepits. Urban fire glass is tempered for high temperatures, and thus lasts well. Glass chips are available in a wide array of colors, which can be mixed and matched to a particular color scheme.

Accessorizing with Fire Glass

If you have a freestanding fire pit or a fireplace in your wall, fire glass can provide the perfect way to accessorize your heating solution. A gas fireplace can be accessorized with many different colors of glass chip. Fire glass is special in that it is tempered specially for heat consumption so that it does lose its color and does not crack in the heat of a roaring fire. Fire glass can also be used to create attractive patterns in fire table burners.

Fire Glass is Affordable

A large bag of fire glass is fairly affordable to purchase, thus you can easily obtain several colors which you can mix and match and swop in order to bring some variety into your homes decor. Fire glass is a fantastic alternative to coal, as there is not the problem of jumping embers to worry about, and fire glass does not burn up, so that it can be used again and again with no problem.

Find Patio Furniture Online

If you are looking for furniture for your patio, there are many different options to consider. If you like to spend time unwinding with a book or a glass of wine on your patio, comfortable seating is essential. A wicker-type chair design with ample cushioning can be extremely comfortable, and you can also purchase a movable heating device which can help to keep you warm when enjoying a sunset or having evening drinks with family or friends.

Fold able Patio Furniture

It is generally fine to leave patio furniture on your patio if it is covered, yet if you have an open patio, it is a good idea to obtain fold able patio furniture (especially if it is made of wood), as this can be removed to safety during the wet and cold months. You can find fold able designs which are surprisingly strong for fold able items online not flimsy, collapsing metal sun chairs but real wood designs which add to the appeal of outdoor environs.

Choosing an Outdoor Firepit or Fireplace

If you are looking to purchase an outdoor firepit or fireplace, there are a number of factors to consider, such as the nature of your outdoor areas layout. Most patios are open to the elements and thus a traditional fireplace would be more suited to a walled area where the heat will be trapped in.  Free-standing fire pits makes a somewhat more practical choice for an open outdoor area, as this type of heating solution can be placed in the center of a circle of chairs for radial heat which all can enjoy.

Outdoor Firepit and Fireplace Accessories

When you have decided on an outdoor fire pit or fireplace, or have a heating solution already, you can purchase accessories online, such as urban fire glass, an attractive coal replacement. Fire glass has an unusual and attractive appearance, and is specially tempered to handle high heat, and will thus last a lifetime. Other accessories such as mobile drinks trays and wooden butchers blocks are useful for when you are having a BBQ or another social gathering at your home.

Practical Ideas for Outdoor Benches

An outdoor bench can enliven your patio and add a sense of rustic homeliness to your homes exterior. While a plain patio bench can be attractive, a bench with an attached trunk apartment, which can be purchased from your furniture supplier, can provide a great solution for storing small outdoor items which could blow away if left out, such as place mats for outdoor dining or cushions for your wooden or metal furniture.

Outdoor Benches in Gardens

Outdoor benches can be used to great effect in your garden, creating an accent which is functional. If you have something to read or are having a quick meal in-between daily tasks, enjoying it outside in a garden environment will prove far more restful than standing up and eating in the kitchen. Outdoor benches made of wood last well and will not have the problems which beset some plastic and metal furniture, such as mold and rust.

Innovative Outdoor Square Table Designs

A square table is practical, as you can seat four people directly opposite each other for light-hearted conversation, with each person having his or her own surface area for placing drinks and other items. Especially innovative outdoor square table designs are found in fire tables, which offer not only the attractiveness of a well-designed table but also the warmth of a gas fire pit which is set in the center of the table.

Outdoor Square Table Accessorizing

A regular outdoor square table can be accessorized with a simple tablecloth, weighted down with tablecloth weights, yet while plastic tables which can develop green algae growth and other visible marking may need covering, a good outdoor table made of wood or granite will not discolor as easily and can be used without any covering at all, to appealing natural effect. Fire tables also use fire glass, which gives these unique furniture accessories endless customization possibilities, as glass can be bought in many rich colors.